On the cover: NAMRU SOUTH is a research command that focuses on the surveillance of infectious diseases and pathogen detection and characterization, with laboratories specializing in bacterial, parasitic, respiratory, and acute febrile infections. NAMRU SOUTH’s expertise includes applied research to evaluate and test new vaccines, prevention strategies, treatment modalities, diagnostics, and novel insect control measures. NAMRU SOUTH’s main research facility is located at the Peruvian Naval Medical Center in Callao, Peru, along with a satellite laboratory at the Naval Clinic in Iquitos, Peru. Additionally, the command has another small laboratory located at Soto Cano Air Base in Honduras. These are indicated by red dots on the map. Cover Art submitted by Mr. Tommy Lamkin, NMRC Public Affairs.