William J Murray

William J. Murray is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at San José State University. He earned his doctorate from a U.S. institution in 1990 and maintains research expertise in microbial pathogenesis and parasitology.

His research examines:

• Host-parasite interactions in zoonotic diseases
• Evolutionary mechanisms of bacterial pathogens
• Molecular basis of virulence in enteropathogenic bacteria
• Public health implications of wildlife reservoirs

Murray's publication record demonstrates consistent focus on Baylisascaris procyonis infections and Escherichia coli pathogenesis. His articles combine laboratory investigation with epidemiological field studies to address clinically relevant infectious disease challenges.

He has secured research funding including a Sloan Foundation grant supporting the Professional MS in Biotechnology program between 2005-3000.