معرفی
Nenad Macesic is a Senior Research Fellow at the Infectious Diseases Centre to Impact Antimicrobial Resistance (IMPACT AMR) at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia. He is also an Infectious Diseases Physician at the Alfred Hospital, where he manages infectious complications in patients following solid organ and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. His research is deeply embedded in the application of bioinformatics, whole-genome sequencing, and machine learning to combat antimicrobial resistance.
His research interests center on antimicrobial resistance, with a focus on genomic surveillance, AI-driven diagnostics, and digital health solutions. He applies bioinformatics and machine learning to analyze pathogen genomes and improve clinical decision-making. His work contributes significantly to public health through cross-sectoral surveillance systems and innovative therapeutic strategies such as phage therapy. He has led major research initiatives, including NHMRC-funded projects on genomic and AI-based approaches to AMR.
His recent publications reflect a strong trend in integrating genomics and artificial intelligence to predict drug resistance, understand plasmid transmission, and design targeted therapies. These works span high-impact journals in infection control, microbiology, and environmental health.
Scientific Awards:
- Australia and New Zealand Mycoses Interest Group, Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (2013)
- ICAAC Infectious Diseases Fellowship (2014)
- ICAAC Infectious Diseases Fellows Travel Grant (2012)
- John Flynn Scholarship (2002)
- Melbourne Abroad Scholarship (2003)
Research Leadership and Advising:
Dr. Macesic has served as Primary Chief Investigator on multiple competitive grants, including NHMRC-funded projects. He collaborates extensively with national and international partners in public health, microbiology, and data science. While no formal students are listed, his role as a leading researcher suggests mentorship within collaborative teams and research groups.
Labs and Research Teams:
He is a key member of the IMPACT AMR Centre at Monash University and works closely with the Burnet Institute. His research is conducted within interdisciplinary teams focused on genomics, digital health, and antimicrobial resistance, including the SuperbugAI Flagship project.
