T.G. Nagaraja

T.G. Nagaraja, University Distinguished Professor of Microbiology at Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, has dedicated his career to Gut Microbiology with a focus on Rumen Metabolism and Preharvest Food Safety. His research addresses the role of gut microbes in cattle health, particularly Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), Salmonella, and Antimicrobial Resistance in beef production systems.

• BVSc (1970), MVSc (1972) in Veterinary Microbiology from Mysore Veterinary College
• PhD (1977) in Microbiology from Kansas State University

Nagaraja's work spans basic and applied studies on ruminal acidosis and liver abscesses, collaborating with experts in Epidemiology, Molecular Biology, and Ruminant Nutrition. His lab develops interventions to mitigate foodborne pathogens through dietary modifications and vaccine strategies.

Key publications highlight advancements in STEC detection (2018), comparative genomics of non-O157 serogroups (2017), and multiplex PCR assays (2015). Recent articles focus on antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and vaccine efficacy against liver abscesses.

Scientific contributions include six US patents for Fusobacterium necrophorum vaccines and detection methods. Teaching responsibilities include Veterinary Bacteriology, Rumen Metabolism, and Rumen Microbiology graduate courses.