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Graham Burgess is a Professor at James Cook University (JCU), specializing in veterinary science with a focus on virology, infectious diseases, and wildlife health. His research spans molecular biology, zoonotic diseases, and epidemiology, particularly in tropical and marine contexts. He has contributed extensively to understanding pathogens in wildlife such as green turtles, reptiles, and aquatic birds, with notable work on herpesviruses, papillomaviruses, and avian influenza. His fieldwork includes studies in Papua New Guinea, investigating tuberculosis diversity and drug resistance in remote regions. Collaborations span global health, conservation biology, and One Health approaches. Key contributions include developing diagnostic methods for emerging pathogens and advancing molecular techniques for wildlife disease surveillance.
- Key Research Areas:
- Emerging viral infections in aquatic and marine species
- Ecological and molecular epidemiology of zoonotic pathogens
- Diagnosis and control of infectious diseases in wildlife and livestock
- Global health challenges in Papua New Guinea
- Notable Projects:
- Avian influenza surveillance in Australian wild birds
- Molecular characterization of turtle-associated herpesviruses and papillomaviruses
- Tuberculosis epidemiology in Papua New Guinea
- Biosecurity and disease monitoring in tropical ecosystems
His work bridges laboratory research and field applications, emphasizing practical solutions for disease management in both wildlife conservation and public health contexts.
