Professor Sabiha Essack Wins Prestigious Christiana Figueres Policy to Practice Award
We are thrilled to announce that Professor Sabiha Essack, Senior Implementation Research Advisor at the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions (ICARS), has been awarded the prestigious Christiana Figueres Policy to Practice Award at the Applied Microbiology International (AMI) Horizon Awards.
This distinguished award celebrates Professor Essack’s extraordinary contributions to bridging the gap between scientific research and practical policy solutions in addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Recognising her outstanding leadership and dedication, the award underscores her pivotal role in translating research findings into impactful strategies that address the global challenge of AMR.
As a globally recognised expert, Professor Essack holds multiple prestigious positions. She serves as the South African Research Chair (SARChI) in Antibiotic Resistance and One Health at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) and is an Honorary Professor of Pharmacy at the University of Jordan. Additionally, she co-chairs the Quadripartite Technical Group on Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Integrated Surveillance and is a senior advisor at ICARS, where her expertise shapes key global initiatives to mitigate AMR.
Professor Essack’s work has influenced critical policies and strategies for AMR prevention and containment nationally and internationally. Her research focuses on the One Health approach, emphasising the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health to develop comprehensive AMR strategies. Through her research and advisory roles, she has contributed to key global policy frameworks and has been instrumental in advancing AMR mitigation efforts worldwide.
At ICARS, we are incredibly proud to have Professor Essack as part of our team. Her expertise, vision, and commitment to improving global health systems through evidence-based solutions are invaluable. This award is a testament to her exceptional ability to connect the dots between research, policy, and practice, creating lasting change in the mitigation of AMR.