Advanced Molecular Detection (AMD) and Response to Infectious Disease Outbreaks

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Advanced molecular detection (AMD) integrates the latest next-generation genomic sequencing technologies with bioinformatics and epidemiology expertise across CDC and the nation to help us find, track, and stop disease-causing pathogens faster than ever before.

What's New

Award announcement for Pathogen Genomics Centers of Excellence
Posted on Tuesday, September 20, 2022

CDC recruiting for the position of OAMD Director
Posted on Friday, August 25, 2022

Wastewater Surveillance: A New Frontier for Public Health
Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2022

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COVID-19 Genomic Epidemiology Toolkit
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Page last reviewed: September 20, 2022
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention