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John Qualeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Infection Control and Prevention
• Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Quale serves as Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, where he has maintained continuous affiliation since medical school. For over 25 years, he has been an attending physician in Infectious Diseases at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County and currently holds the position of hospital epidemiologist at Kings County Hospital. His educational background includes: MD from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Fellowship at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Dr. Quale's research centers on antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in Gram-negative pathogens, with particular expertise in Klebsiella pneumoniae epidemiology. His work investigates porin channel function, KPC carbapenemase expression, and novel antibiotic combinations to overcome resistance. He also focuses on infection control strategies for multidrug-resistant organisms in hospital settings, leveraging his dual role as clinician and epidemiologist to bridge laboratory findings with clinical practice. Analysis of his 2016-2018 publications reveals consistent focus on New York City's resistance landscape, particularly tracking KPC-producing K. pneumoniae evolution and evaluating next-generation beta-lactam/beta-lactamase inhibitor combinations. His studies combine in vitro susceptibility testing, molecular characterization, and epidemiological surveillance to address carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae threats, establishing him as a key investigator in regional antimicrobial resistance dynamics.

• Biochemistry
• Medicine
• Antibiotic Resistance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marta Toth is an Assistant Research Professor at the University of Notre Dame, affiliated with McCourtney Hall. Her research focuses on combating antibiotic resistance in Gram-negative bacteria, particularly through structural and kinetic studies of carbapenemases—enzymes that degrade critical β-lactam antibiotics like carbapenems. Research Interests Medicine Biochemistry Dr. Toth collaborates on projects analyzing class D carbapenemases (e.g., OXA-58, GES-5) and designing novel carbapenemase-stable antibiotics. Her work addresses high-mortality infections caused by pathogens such as Acinetobacter baumannii and Enterobacteriaceae . Her recent publications highlight mechanistic insights into carbapenemase inhibition, including studies on C5α-methyl-substituted carbapenems and their interactions with enzymes driving drug resistance. These works appear in journals like ACS Infectious Diseases and mBio . Contact: mtoth1@nd.edu

Nicholas M. Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Clinical Microbiology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Pathogen Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicholas M. Moore is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Laboratory Science at Rush Medical College, Rush University. He also serves as Associate Director of the Division of Clinical Microbiology and Director of the BSL-3 Laboratory. His work focuses on clinical microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and pathogen genomics, with extensive research collaborations particularly with Dr. Mary K. Hayden and Dr. Sarah Sansom. Dr. Moore's research interests include: Clinical microbiology diagnostics and laboratory testing Antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and surveillance Pathogen genomics and molecular epidemiology Infection control practices in healthcare settings Development and validation of diagnostic tests for infectious diseases His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on antimicrobial resistance, particularly regarding carbapenem-resistant organisms and beta-lactamase producing bacteria. He has made significant contributions to understanding the epidemiology of multidrug-resistant organisms in healthcare settings, especially in intensive care units and long-term acute care hospitals. His work often involves genomic approaches to track pathogen transmission and improve infection control practices. Dr. Moore has received recognition through various metrics, with his publications being cited across multiple platforms including X (formerly Twitter), news outlets, and clinical guideline sources. Some of his work has been referenced in policy documents and clinical guidelines, indicating its impact on healthcare practices. His research has been supported by collaborations with numerous colleagues, particularly within Rush University and with other institutions in the Chicago area. He has been active in publishing across high-impact journals in infectious diseases, clinical microbiology, and infection control.

Ilaria Dorigattiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Dengue Virus Research
• Mathematical Modeling in Public Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ilaria Dorigatti is an Associate Professor in Infectious Disease Analysis & Modelling at the School of Public Health within the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College London. She holds a Sir Henry Dale Fellowship (Wellcome Trust & Royal Society) focusing on arbovirus dynamics and vaccination strategies. Her affiliations include the MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis, Climate and Health, Grantham Institute, and Earth Observation Network. Her research integrates mathematical models to study viral epidemiology, including dengue, SARS-CoV-2, Ebola, and Zika viruses. Key areas include vaccine efficacy, intervention impact assessment, and real-time outbreak analysis. Notable contributions include quantifying asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 transmission (up to 40%) and the role of pre-existing dengue immunity on vaccine outcomes with Sanofi-Pasteur. Research interests span dengue virus dynamics, climate influences on virus spread, and novel vector control strategies like Wolbachia. She collaborates globally, including WHO Ebola Response Team and University of Padua. Her publications emphasize outbreak modeling, environmental drivers, and public health implications of emerging pathogens. Recent work addresses West Nile virus in avian populations and SARS-CoV-2 variant transmission patterns. Awards: Sir Henry Dale Fellowship (Wellcome Trust & Royal Society) Grants include funding for arbovirus research and collaborations with industry partners. She contributes to Imperial's COVID-19 Response Team, analyzing intervention efficacy and pandemic trends. Her work bridges epidemiology, ecology, and public health policy.

Katy JEANNOTمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Bacteriology
• Molecular Biology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Katy JEANNOT is a Clinical Professor affiliated with the University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté and the CHU Besançon Hospital. Her research focuses on antibiotic resistance mechanisms in Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Acinetobacter baumannii, including efflux pumps, genetic determinants of resistance, and adaptations to antimicrobial peptides. She investigates clinical isolates from cystic fibrosis patients, analyzing their phenotypic and genotypic evolution. Her work spans epidemiological studies of antibiotic resistance, such as the 2023–24 Mycoplasma pneumoniae outbreak in France, and evaluates new antimicrobial agents like cefiderocol and murepavadin. She collaborates on projects involving rapid diagnostic tests for carbapenemases and genomic studies of high-risk bacterial clones. Key research areas include multidrug resistance mechanisms, envelope stress responses, and the development of novel antimicrobial strategies. She has contributed to clinical trials assessing compassionate use of antibiotics and has authored/co-authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing global antibiotic resistance surveillance and molecular epidemiology. Affiliations: CHU Besançon, UMR 6249 Chrono-Environnement, University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté Labs/Teams: Involved in multidisciplinary teams studying microbial pathogenesis and antimicrobial resistance.

• Microbiology
• Genetics
• Bioinformatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adjunct Associate Professor Sally Partridge is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney and the Westmead Institute for Medical Research . Her work focuses on antibiotic resistance mechanisms in Gram-negative bacteria, particularly mobile genetic elements and integrons. Research Themes: Infection and Immunological Conditions Keywords: Bacteriology, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Microbiology, Antibiotic Resistance Research Interests center on genomic analysis of antibiotic resistance dissemination, integron evolution, and clinical microbiology. She investigates horizontal gene transfer dynamics in pathogens like Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae , with recent work on international spread patterns of drug-resistant Shigella sonnei and structural annotation of β-lactamases. Selected Grants include NHMRC funding for projects on plasmid dynamics in microbiomes (2017), antibiotic resistance ecology in ICUs (2016), probiotic plasmid interventions (2014), and restricted diversity in mobile gene pools (2012). Her publications span high-impact journals like Nature Communications and PNAS , with methodological contributions such as the Multiple Antibiotic Resistance Annotator (MARA) and SAND annotation system. Collaborations extend to international teams studying carbapenemase outbreaks, plasmid sequencing approaches, and resistance prediction models. She contributes to standards in antibiotic resistance gene numbering and integron classification frameworks.

• Microbial Genomics
• Public Health
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Isabel Cardoso Nunes is a researcher at the Genomics and Bioinformatics Unit of the Department of Infectious Diseases at the Portuguese National Institute of Health (INSA), and an invited professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the School of Psychology and Life Sciences at Lusófona University (ULusófona). She is actively involved in national and international research projects under the One Health framework, particularly in antimicrobial resistance, pathogen genomics, and outbreak surveillance. Her research interests span Microbial Genomics, Public Health, Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), Bioinformatics, Pathogen Evolution, and One Health . She employs advanced genomic and transcriptomic techniques to study bacterial and viral pathogens, with a focus on Chlamydia trachomatis , Salmonella , Campylobacter , Mycobacterium tuberculosis , and SARS-CoV-2 . Her work integrates laboratory and computational methods for integrative surveillance and drug development. Her recent publications highlight trends in zoonotic pathogen transmission, AMR in food-producing animals, genomic surveillance of emerging outbreaks (e.g., mpox, SARS-CoV-2), and development of novel antimicrobial materials . These studies are increasingly interdisciplinary, combining veterinary, human, and environmental health perspectives under the One Health umbrella. European ERA-NET PathoGenoMics Ph.D. Award 2011 Gold Medal for Distinguished Services from the Portuguese Ministry of Health ASA Travel Award 2014 Nunes has (co-)supervised 27 students, including postdoctoral researchers, PhD, MSc, and BSc candidates, and currently mentors 10 students. She has participated in over 30 national and international research projects, including EU4Health, Horizon 2020, and ECDC-funded initiatives. She is a member of COST Action CA21145 'EURESTOP' and the Animal and Veterinary Research Centre (CECAV). She leads the development of bioinformatics tools like INSaFLU-TELEVIR for viral genomic surveillance and is co-inventor of a European patent on surfactant-based hydrogels for infection prevention. Her work bridges research, public health policy, and technological innovation.

Nicholas Feaseyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Infectious Diseases
• Global Health
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Feasey is a Professor and Director of Research at the School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, where he holds the Sir James Black Chair. He is based in the Infection and Global Health Division, focusing on antimicrobial resistance, infectious diseases, and public health challenges in low-resource settings, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. University: University of St Andrews School: School of Medicine Department: Infection and Global Health Division Position: Professor, Director of Research Email: naf6@st-andrews.ac.uk His research centers on the epidemiology and genomics of bacterial pathogens such as Salmonella , Escherichia coli , and Klebsiella pneumoniae , with a strong emphasis on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), infection prevention and control, and environmental reservoirs of pathogens. His work integrates field studies in Malawi with advanced genomic and modeling approaches to inform public health interventions. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on AMR dynamics, longitudinal pathogen surveillance, wastewater-based epidemiology, and healthcare-associated infections. His studies often employ genomic analysis and large-scale cohort designs to understand transmission patterns and resistance mechanisms. Notably, his team has investigated the role of urban waste in harboring multidrug-resistant bacteria and evaluated infection control practices in Malawian hospitals. Nicholas Feasey collaborates extensively with international research groups and contributes to global health policy through evidence generation on typhoid, antimicrobial usage, and AMR burden. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to health and sanitation. He leads or contributes to significant research initiatives involving real-time genomic surveillance, cost-effectiveness of public health interventions, and the impact of WASH (water, sanitation, hygiene) improvements on AMR. His leadership in research output and dataset generation underscores his role as a key figure in global infectious disease research.

Rodney Moxleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiology
• Veterinary Pathology
• Food Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rodney Moxley holds the Charles Bessey Professorship in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where his research centers on bacterial pathogens affecting food safety and animal health. His work primarily addresses Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) , enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC) , and Salmonella in cattle and poultry systems. Dr. Moxley's research program investigates pathogenesis mechanisms , vaccine development , and detection methodologies for foodborne pathogens. Key focus areas include bacterial adhesion in intestinal and urinary tracts, antimicrobial resistance dynamics, and pre-harvest intervention strategies. His laboratory employs gnotobiotic piglet models and chromogenic agar techniques to study host-pathogen interactions and optimize pathogen isolation from meat products. Analysis of his 2020-2024 publications reveals sustained investigation into STEC/ETEC virulence factors, with increasing emphasis on emerging pathogens (e.g., Escherichia albertii), genetic markers of multidrug resistance , and structure-based vaccinology . His work bridges veterinary diagnostics, food microbiology, and public health through interdisciplinary collaborations. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. While specific advising activities and grant details were not provided, Dr. Moxley's extensive publication record spanning two decades indicates significant mentorship of graduate students and leadership in federally funded research on foodborne pathogen control. His team collaborates with USDA agencies and industry partners on pre-harvest interventions targeting pathogen reservoirs in livestock. Current laboratory efforts focus on developing rapid detection systems for STEC in ground beef, characterizing bacterial community dynamics on cattle hides, and evaluating dietary interventions to reduce pathogen shedding in feedlot systems.

• Molecular Microbiology
• Bacterial Physiology
• Flagellar Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Marc Erhardt is a Full Professor of Molecular Microbiology at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany, and a Max Planck Fellow at the Max Planck Unit for the Science of Pathogens. His academic career includes prior roles as Associate Professor (W2) at Humboldt-Universität and a Principal Investigator at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research. He holds a PhD from the University of Konstanz (summa cum laude) and completed postdoctoral work at Université de Fribourg and the University of Heidelberg. His research focuses on bacterial physiology, flagellar biology, and type III secretion systems, with notable contributions to understanding flagellar assembly mechanisms and bacterial motility. Erhardt has received prestigious awards including the ERC Consolidator Grant (2019) and the VAAM Forschungspreis (2018). His work spans structural biology, pathogen-host interactions, and synthetic biology tools for microbial systems. Education: PhD in Molecular Microbiology (2011), University of Konstanz Diploma in Biology (2006), University of Ulm, Konstanz, and University of Utah Research interests include the molecular mechanisms of flagellar assembly, bacterial motility regulation, and the interplay between bacterial physiology and pathogenicity. Key achievements include discoveries on flagellin incorporation mechanisms, anti-phage defense systems, and CRISPRi-mediated bacterial regulation. Erhardt's lab (AG Bacterial Physiology) employs advanced microscopy, structural biology, and synthetic biology approaches to explore bacterial nanomachines and infection strategies. His research has led to over 60 publications in journals like Cell , Nature Communications , and PLOS Biology . Awards & Grants: ERC Consolidator Grant (2019) Helmholtz Young Investigator Grant (2013–2017) Marie Curie International Fellowship (2012–2013) His research group develops novel tools for studying bacterial systems, including fluorescent markers for Gram-negative bacteria and regulatory systems for synthetic biology. Current projects address flagellar dynamics, microbiota interactions, and the structural basis of bacterial pathogenesis.

Olga Makarovaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Antimicrobial resistance
• One Health
• Systems Microbiology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Olga Makarova serves as Assistant Professor at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna within the Department of Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology. Her research integrates antimicrobial resistance mechanisms with One Health principles across human, animal, and environmental interfaces. Her primary research focuses on antimicrobial resistance evolution in pathogens like Listeria monocytogenes and Enterobacteriaceae, examining stress responses to environmental factors including glyphosate and antimicrobial peptides. She employs systems microbiology approaches to study ecological and evolutionary dynamics of resistance transmission through food chains and clinical settings, with emphasis on translational applications for public health. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent investigation into bacterial adaptation mechanisms under antimicrobial pressure. Her work spans genomic evolution in Staphylococcus aureus , cross-resistance patterns in Salmonella , and stress-induced mutagenesis pathways - all addressing critical One Health challenges at the human-animal-environment interface through experimental evolution and genomic analysis. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Dr. Makarova leads multiple funded research initiatives: Listeria monocytogenes resistance mitigation along food chain/clinical settings (PhD One Health Doctoral Programme with Prof. Karin Schwaiger; Vetmeduni funding 10/2023-03/2027) Resistance evolution-proof antibiotics using ionic liquids (Department 3 internal funding; 12/2022) MDR Enterobacteriaceae prevalence in Vienna veterinary hospital canine isolates (Hochschuljubiläumsfonds der Stadt Wien; 01/2024-06/2025) Rapid diagnostics pipeline for transboundary diseases (EU Horizon 2020 Innovation Actions) Completed Volkswagen Stiftung project on glyphosate's off-target phage effects She actively contributes to the Global Network for Anti-Microbial Resistance and Infection Prevention and American Society for Microbiology, with public engagement in microbiology literacy initiatives including Brain City Berlin's COVID-19 communications and VETMED magazine publications on resistance research translation.

• Genomic Surveillance
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Pathogen Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Aanensen serves as Director of The Centre for Genomic Pathogen Surveillance and Professor at the Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford. He leads genomic surveillance initiatives for endemic pathogens and outbreak scenarios, integrating epidemiological data with genomics to inform public health interventions globally. His research focuses on genomic surveillance of antimicrobial-resistant pathogens through platforms like Epicollect5 (mobile data gathering), Microreact (genomic epidemiology visualization), and Pathogenwatch (global surveillance platform). Collaborating with major agencies including CDC, ECDC, WHO, and Public Health England, his work enables real-time data interpretation for infection control decisions. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in Klebsiella pneumoniae vaccine development, typhoid fever AMR meta-analysis, SARS-CoV-2 phylodynamics, and carbapenem-resistant pathogen spread. His work spans bacterial genomics, plasmid evolution, phylogenetic clustering, and public health informatics with emphasis on actionable surveillance systems. As Director of the NIHR-funded Global Health Research Unit on Genomic Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance, he implements genomic surveillance systems in The Philippines, Colombia, Nigeria, and India. His team develops analytical frameworks linking genomic data with phenotypic and epidemiological information for priority pathogens under national AMR strategies. Key projects include the Epicollect5 platform (>28 million data points across 14,000 projects) and Pathogenwatch for rapid resistance genotype prediction. His laboratory functions as an international hub for genomic epidemiology, working directly with public health agencies to transform genomic data into actionable public health intelligence.

• Molecular Epidemiology
• Food Safety
• Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Beatrix Stessl is a researcher in the Department of Food Microbiology at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna. Her work focuses on molecular epidemiology of foodborne pathogens, including phenotypical and genotypical subtyping methods, and the performance testing of rapid diagnostic techniques. Her research emphasizes understanding contamination pathways in food production environments, particularly Listeria monocytogenes and other zoonotic pathogens. She investigates microbial persistence in food processing facilities, environmental sampling strategies, and the molecular characterization of pathogens in diverse ecosystems such as dairy farms, poultry facilities, and retail food products. Her contributions bridge veterinary and human public health through studies on antimicrobial resistance, pathogen reservoirs, and One Health approaches. Research Themes: Molecular epidemiology, food safety, pathogen genomics, environmental contamination, rapid diagnostic methods Key Projects: Longitudinal studies on Listeria spp. in Kosovo's food chain, microbial diversity in ruminants, and biofilm dynamics in meat processing Dr. Stessl collaborates on international initiatives addressing foodborne disease risks in low-resource settings and has published extensively on contamination scenarios in food production environments. She actively contributes to improving pathogen detection protocols and food safety regulations.

• Plant Pathology
• Microbiology
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fabio Rezzonico is a researcher at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) , affiliated with the School of Life Sciences and Facility Management and the Institute of Natural Resource Sciences . His work spans plant pathology, bacterial genomics, and environmental microbiology. His research focuses on: Fire blight ( Erwinia amylovora ) epidemiology and control Development of molecular diagnostic tools (qPCR, CRISPR typing) Genomic analysis of plant-associated bacteria Environmental microbiology in aquaponics and wastewater systems Assisted migration in forest ecosystems Notable projects include: Fire Blight App for Central Asia (completed) - a citizen science tool for disease mapping Antibiotic resistances in Enterobacteria (completed) - studying NDM-producing bacteria MinION2FixID (completed) - nanopore sequencing for bacterial ID Evaluation of benefits and risk of assisted migration in Fagus species (completed) He collaborates extensively across disciplines, particularly with Swiss and international microbiology teams. Publications include work in Phytopathology Research , Diagnostic Microbiology and Infectious Disease , and Journal of Plant Pathology .

Chika Ebiye Peter Ejikeugwuمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Environmental Microbiology
• Soil Microbiomes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chika Ejikeugwu is a Senior Lecturer & Researcher on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Nigeria, and an Alexander von Humboldt Fellow at the Department of Applied Microbial Ecology, Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research - UFZ in Leipzig, Germany. His research focuses on AMR in environmental systems, particularly antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in agricultural soils and their transmission through ecosystems. Education includes: PhD in Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Biotechnology (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, 2013-2017) Master's in Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Biotechnology (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, 2010-2012) Bachelor's in Applied Microbiology (Ebonyi State University, 2005-2008) Research explores microbiological, epidemiological, and genetic mechanisms driving AMR evolution at environmental-clinical interfaces. He leads the soilRESIST project at UFZ, investigating antibiotic impacts on soil microbiomes and contaminant degradation. Publications primarily analyze antimicrobial resistance in bacterial pathogens from Nigerian abattoirs and clinical settings using molecular diagnostics. Awards include: 2025 NIH CAMRA Grant for AMR research 2023 Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship 2022 TWAS Young Affiliateship Multiple DAAD and travel grants Outreach includes founding MicrobiologyClass.net, mentoring students, and membership in the Global Young Academy. Teaches pharmaceutical microbiology, bacteriology, and virology at ESUT.