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Jackie K Cheung is a Research Fellow in Microbiology at Monash University's Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. With over two decades of research experience, Dr. Cheung has published 35 research outputs spanning from 1997 to 2020, demonstrating a sustained and productive research career focused on bacterial pathogens.
Dr. Cheung's research primarily focuses on bacterial pathogenesis, particularly studying Clostridium perfringens and Clostridium difficile. Her work investigates virulence factors, host-pathogen interactions, and molecular mechanisms of bacterial infection. Recent publications highlight her expertise in analyzing bacterial signal transduction systems, toxin production, and the molecular basis of gas gangrene infections. Her research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.
Dr. Cheung's publication record (2016-2020) shows a consistent focus on Clostridium species pathogenesis, with high-impact work published in journals like PLoS Pathogens, mBio, and International Journal of Medical Microbiology. Her research combines molecular biology, genetics, and infection models to understand how these bacteria cause disease, with particular emphasis on virulence regulation and host responses.
Dr. Cheung served as Chief Investigator on the 2014 project "Tumour targeting superbugs: a novel approach to treating cancer" funded by ANZ Executors and Trustee Company Ltd. Her collaborative work with researchers including Rood, J.I., Lyras, D., and Adams, V. demonstrates strong integration within the bacterial pathogenesis research community at Monash University. While specific student supervision isn't detailed in the available information, her extensive publication record suggests involvement in mentoring research students.
Dr. Cheung is part of a research team within the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences focused on bacterial pathogenesis. Her work involves collaboration with multiple researchers across various projects, suggesting participation in a well-established laboratory or research group specializing in infectious disease mechanisms and bacterial virulence.
