To conduct standardized, real-time disease and on-site pathogen surveillance that characterizes pathogen resistance patterns phenotypically and genotypically

The TuNDRA study aims to implement a state-of-the-art pathogen surveillance system in 3 Asian sites for 4 years as a prototype project to identify and track human disease-causing pathogens in real-time, with a focus on resistant pathogen strains. Cutting-edge technology and ongoing training will be provided to collaborating sites in Asia to optimize laboratory analyses and performance. This will further strengthen the research capacity for AMR in Asia and ensure that the infrastructure being created is sustainable. Ultimately, findings from TuNDRA will contribute to shaping public health strategies regarding not only the prudent use of antimicrobials, but also vaccine policies in Asia and beyond