Prof. Dr. Christian Willy will join our 8th World Conference on Targeting Phage Therapy and will discuss the revival of phage therapy as a crucial tool against antibiotic-resistant infections, particularly in military and civilian medical settings.
The talk will cover:
- Historical Perspective & Modern Revival: Overview of bacteriophage use, from early 20th-century applications to its decline and resurgence in modern medicine.
- Phage Therapy in Military Medicine: Insights from NATO and Bundeswehr-led initiatives on using phages for infected combat wounds, highlighting research from the PhagoFlow project.
- Clinical Applications & Case Studies: Success stories and challenges of phage therapy in treating chronic, multidrug-resistant infections, including septic and reconstructive surgeries.
- Future Directions & Integration with Modern Medicine
About Prof. Dr. Christian Willy :
Prof. Willy has been actively involved in the field of phage therapy since 2016. He led the first phage treatment in Germany using Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)-grade phages and has served as the consortial lead of the PhagoFlow project since 2018. His commitment extends to his role as Co-Chairman of the NATO Research Task Group “Reintroduction of phage therapy in military medical space.” Additionally, he has contributed to publications addressing the current state and future prospects of phage therapy in Germany.
Targeting Phage Therapy 2025
June 10-11, 2025 – Berlin, Germany
