Fiona Rudkin

Dr Fiona Rudkin is an Advanced Research Fellow at the University of Aberdeen's School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition. Her research focuses on fungal pathogenesis, immune responses to infections, and antibody-based therapies. She has contributed to understanding phagocytosis dynamics of Candida albicans and the development of monoclonal antibodies targeting fungal pathogens. Her work bridges microbiology, immunology, and translational medicine.

Key research areas include fungal immune evasion strategies, therapeutic antibody engineering, and the interplay between phagocytes and pathogens. Publications highlight studies on Candida phagocytosis kinetics, antibody-enhanced immune responses, and the structural biology of fungal cell walls. A patent (2016) underscores her translational focus on antibody applications.

Rudkin collaborates with leading researchers such as Prof. Neil Gow and Dr. Lothar Erwig. Her affiliation with the Institute of Medical Sciences positions her within interdisciplinary teams addressing microbiology and immunity challenges. While no awards are listed, her active publication record reflects sustained contributions to infectious disease research.

Her research integrates molecular, cellular, and clinical perspectives, with implications for combating Candida infections and improving immunotherapeutic strategies.