معرفی
Dr. John MacSharry is a Research Professor at APC Microbiome Ireland, University College Cork (UCC), leading interdisciplinary research in mucosal immunology and medical microbiology. His work focuses on translational research, including wastewater-based pathogen detection, asthma microbiome studies, and urinary tract infection mechanisms. He collaborates nationally and internationally, with projects funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and industry partners like Danone and Friesland Campina. His research aligns with UN SDGs 3 (Health), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 17 (Partnerships).
Research Interests:
- Wastewater epidemiology and SARS-CoV-2/AMR detection
- Lung microbiome in adult asthma patients
- Gut microbiota interactions with host immunity
- UTI pathogen survival and immune evasion
- Bioengineered probiotics for gut restoration
Key Collaborations:
- CUH Respiratory Clinic
- Newcastle University (asthma projects)
- Microbes NG Birmingham (UTI research)
Publications highlight AI-driven pathogen detection, synbiotic therapies, and cytokine network disruptions post-COVID-19. No awards are explicitly listed, though his work has significant societal impact. His lab is part of APC Microbiome Ireland’s infrastructure, advancing microbiome science for health and environmental sustainability.
