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Anita Lerch is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, where she has been a faculty member since 2023. She previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the same department from 2018 to 2023, demonstrating a sustained research trajectory within the institution.
- Ph.D. in Molecular Epidemiology, University of Basel, Switzerland (2018)
- M.S. in Computer Science, University of Basel, Switzerland (2008)
- B.S. in Computer Science, University of Basel, Switzerland (2006)
- Biological Laboratory Technician, Hoffmann - La Roche, Basel, Switzerland (1997)
Her research focuses on the genomic and transcriptomic analysis of vector-borne pathogens, particularly Plasmodium and Trypanosoma. She investigates pathogen development within hosts and studies population dynamics of both pathogens and their vectors. Her work integrates advanced sequencing technologies and bioinformatics to understand infectious disease transmission and improve molecular diagnostics.
The recent publications highlight a strong trend in infectious disease genomics, with emphasis on malaria (Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax), deep sequencing applications, and computational modeling of vaccine impact. Her work bridges molecular biology, epidemiology, and data science, contributing to both method development and public health applications.
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Anita Lerch has been actively involved in research mentoring and collaborative projects, particularly in genomic surveillance and vaccine modeling. While no formal students are listed, her role as an Assistant Research Professor and postdoctoral researcher suggests involvement in training junior scientists. She has contributed to significant grants in infectious disease research, particularly in malaria genotyping and elimination strategies, though specific grant names are not detailed.
She is affiliated with research teams focused on molecular diagnostics and vector-borne disease genomics at the University of Notre Dame, working within the Galvin Life Science Center. Her lab likely specializes in high-throughput sequencing data analysis, bioinformatics pipeline development, and collaborative infectious disease research.
