The role of whole genome sequencing in monitoring antimicrobial resistance: A biosafety and public health priority in the Arabian Peninsula

The recent declaration by the United Nations to establish an interagency coordination group (IACG) on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) emphasises the global nature of the AMR threat. Rapid dissemination and spread of AMR is exacerbated by the movements of humans, animals, foods and materials. Internat...

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Main Authors: Majed F. Alghoribi, Hanan H. Balkhy, Neil Woodford, Matthew J. Ellington
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-11-01
Series:Journal of Infection and Public Health
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876034118301151