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Matthew Rubach is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Associate Research Professor of Global Health at Duke University, with a primary affiliation in the Division of Infectious Diseases & International Health and a joint appointment at the Duke Global Health Institute. Based full-time in Moshi, Tanzania since 2015, he co-directs the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC)-Duke Health Collaboration and serves as Medical Director of the KCMC laboratory. His research focuses on severe febrile illnesses, sepsis, malaria, and zoonotic disease epidemiology in low-resource settings, bridging clinical care and translational research.
- Education:
- Bachelor of Arts, Princeton University
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Arizona
- Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency, University of Utah
- Infectious Diseases Fellowship, Duke University
- Clinical Pathology-Medical Microbiology Fellowship, University of Utah
Matthew’s research integrates infectious diseases, malaria, and pediatrics with epidemiology and One Health approaches. His recent publications highlight clinical studies on sepsis, febrile illnesses, and diagnostic innovations in Tanzania and Malawi, emphasizing global health equity and translational science.
Key scientific contributions include:
- NIH-funded research on sepsis characterization and zoonotic diseases in Tanzania
- Development of diagnostic models for spotted fever and Q fever in sub-Saharan Africa
- Leadership in the KCMC-Duke Health Collaboration, advancing clinical training and laboratory infrastructure
His work spans collaborations with institutions in Tanzania, Malawi, and Singapore, focusing on improving outcomes for severe infections through evidence-based interventions.
