Lessons learned from previous international science panels: implications for the new independent panel for evidence for action against antimicrobial resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to global health and economic stability. In recognition of this, at the United Nations General Assembly’s High-Level Meeting on AMR in September 2024, countries worldwide committed to establishing an independent panel on AMR. This development is widely regarded by the AMR community as a pivotal step toward addressing the growing global challenge of AMR. However, the composition, mandate, scope and deliverables of this independent panel are yet to be defined. The Nigerian Academy of Sciences and US National Academy of Medicine, will lead an effort to convene a strategic dialogue in early 2025, aimed at documenting and reflecting on “Lessons Learned” from previous international panels. This initiative is co-led by Professor Iruka N. Okeke (University of Ibadan); Professor Kevin Outterson (CARB-X & Boston University); and Javier Guzman (Center for Global Development -CGD). CGD seeks funding from the Wellcome Trust for a 8-month project aimed at supporting the Lessons Learned strategic dialogue by preparing key materials to inform the discussions and amplifying the dissemination of key takeaways from the convening. This work will be done in partnership with researchers at the University of Ibadan, the Global Strategy Lab and the South Center.