Dr. Stephen Thomas examines the evolving role of human challenge models in vaccine development, debating whether they represent a new gold standard for establishing efficacy and safety at the World Vaccine Congress Washington 2026.
Posts by Lauryn White
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Vaccine trial seeks to prevent a common, sometimes deadly, infection
Upstate is conducting a clinical trial of a vaccine to prevent an infection often found in hospitals and nursing homes, C. diff (Clostridioides difficile). Stephen Thomas, MD,explains how the study is being conducted, why it’s important, and how people can volunteer to participate.
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Upstate recruiting over 1,000 seniors for Clostridioides Difficile vaccine study
The Upstate Global Health Institute is looking for over 1,000 Central New Yorkers to participate in its largest clinical trial, testing a possible vaccine to prevent C. diff.
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SUNY Upstate seeks small army of volunteers for vaccine study against common, deadly infection
Upstate Medical University is looking for 1,000 volunteers to test a vaccine against a deadly infection that primarily afflicts people in healthcare settings.
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Upstate joins largest-ever clinical trial to prevent C. diff
Upstate Medical University’s Global Health Institute is participating in a worldwide Pfizer-led effort to research an investigational vaccine to prevent C. diff infection, one of the most common healthcare associated infections worldwide.
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Flu, COVID, measles, vaccine trial updates from Upstate Global Health; What are the current trends in CNY?
Upstate Global Health Director Dr. Stephen Thomas spoke with NewsChannel 9 about the current trends and concerns related to the flu, COVID, and more in Central New York.
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COVID vaccination: An expert discusses what to consider
New COVID vaccine recommendations and how the coronavirus continues to evolve are discussed byStephen Thomas, MD.
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Six Upstate Medical University faculty members have been named SUNY Distinguished Professors, the highest faculty rank in the SUNY system
Dr. Stephen Thomas, MD, is the Frank E. Young, MD, and Leanne Young Endowed Chair of Microbiology and Immunology and Director of the Global Health Institute at Upstate Medical University. An expert in infectious diseases and vaccine development, he is recognized globally for his leadership, research, and mentorship.
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Treating melanoma; Lyme disease study; time for a geriatrician: Upstate’s ‘HealthLink on Air’ for Aug. 10, 2025
Hematologist/oncologistJade Homsi, MD, discusses how melanoma is diagnosed and the treatment options for this dangerous skin cancer. ResearcherKristopher Paolino, MD,tells about the study underway that tests a treatment strategy for people with chronic Lyme disease. GeriatricianSharon Brangman, MD,explains when someone may need to seek care from a geriatrics expert.
