Work with thought leaders and academic experts in infectious diseases

Companies can greatly benefit from collaborating with academic researchers in the field of Infectious Diseases. Here are some reasons why:

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in infectious diseases include Michael W Harman, Regan Hamel, Mohammad Imran Khan, Claudia Litterst, Dr. Andrew Bernard, Ph.D., Jeffrey Townsend, Samuel Ojima Adejoh, Liam D. Hendrikse, Ph.D., Naveen Adusumilli, Dr. Matthias Steiert, Ph.D., Javier O. Morales, and Abbas Alameer.

Michael W Harman

East Greenwich, RI, Rhode Island, United States of America
Distinguished Subject Matter Expert & Leader in Medical Technologies.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (13)
Bacteria & Cell Bio-Physics
Biomechanics
Immunology
Microbiology
Parasitology
And 8 more
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Highly skilled, energetic, and motivated professional empowered by over a decade of cross-disciplinary engineering and scientific applications experience. Presenting elegant solutions to prevalent biomedical challenges. Motivated by driving deliverable outcomes from complex research studies through effective leadership, active consulting work, and innovative problem-solving techniques. Seeking to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced biotechnology environment capitalizing on my advanced comprehension, continued professional growth, strategic product development expertise, and active network of personal connections across all areas of science, engineering, medicine, manufacturing and healthcare.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

15 total publications

The Hybrid Histidine Kinase Hk1 Is Part of a Two-Component System That Is Essential for Survival of Borrelia burgdorferi in Feeding Ixodes scapularis Ticks

Infection and Immunity / Aug 01, 2011

Caimano, M. J., Kenedy, M. R., Kairu, T., Desrosiers, D. C., Harman, M., Dunham-Ems, S., Akins, D. R., Pal, U., & Radolf, J. D. (2011). The Hybrid Histidine Kinase Hk1 Is Part of a Two-Component System That Is Essential for Survival of Borrelia burgdorferi in Feeding Ixodes scapularis Ticks. Infection and Immunity, 79(8), 3117–3130. https://doi.org/10.1128/iai.05136-11

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Claudia Litterst

Walnut Creek, California, United States of America
Established PhD research leader with a proven track record of developing innovative assays for the biotech industry
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (11)
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Analytical Chemistry
Genetics
And 6 more
About
An established PhD research leader with 15 years of experience in the life sciences and diagnostics industries. Strong expertise in developing innovative PCR assays for oncology and infectious diseases diagnostics. Possessing post-doctoral training in cell-based assay development and high throughput screening for target identification and drug discovery. Academic background in signaling pathways that involve cancer, neurodegenerative and inflammatory diseases. Effective, productive management style to reach shared business goals and objectives. Well versed in the following areas: -Serving as a member of the extended research and development leadership team to support strategic planning initiatives. -Defining and executing experimental plans and protocols. Assuming responsibility for timely completion of activities. -Conducting in-depth analysis and interpretation of experimental data, generating comprehensive summaries, and supporting technical documents, including detailed protocols and reports and communicating progress to stakeholders. -Promoting innovation while adhering to internal and external guidelines and regulatory measures. -Working in a highly cross-functional, fast-paced environment to closely collaborate with business, scientific and medical affairs, legal, engineering, bioinformatics and other R&D teams. -Working with CROs. -Validation testing for hardware instrumentation, reagents and consumables for PCR and transfection. -Serving as subject matter expert for digital PCR.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

26 total publications

MZC Gel Inhibits SHIV-RT and HSV-2 in Macaque Vaginal Mucosa and SHIV-RT in Rectal Mucosa

JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes / Mar 01, 2017

Calenda, G., Villegas, G., Barnable, P., Litterst, C., Levendosky, K., Gettie, A., Cooney, M. L., Blanchard, J., Fernández-Romero, J. A., Zydowsky, T. M., & Teleshova, N. (2017). MZC Gel Inhibits SHIV-RT and HSV-2 in Macaque Vaginal Mucosa and SHIV-RT in Rectal Mucosa. JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes, 74(3), e67–e74. https://doi.org/10.1097/qai.0000000000001167

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Jeffrey Townsend

New Haven, CT
Professor of Biostatistics and Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (52)
Evolutionary Genomics
Microbiology
Genetics
Cell Biology
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
And 47 more
About
Jeffrey Townsend is a Professor of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University. He received his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 2002 and his Sc.B. from Brown University in 1994. He has been a teacher at St. Ann's School and an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut. He is currently the Elihu Professor of Biostatistics at Yale University.
Most Relevant Publications (26+)

207 total publications

Horizontal gene transfer, genome innovation and evolution

Nature Reviews Microbiology / Aug 01, 2005

Gogarten, J. P., & Townsend, J. P. (2005). Horizontal gene transfer, genome innovation and evolution. Nature Reviews Microbiology, 3(9), 679–687. https://doi.org/10.1038/nrmicro1204

The durability of immunity against reinfection by SARS-CoV-2: a comparative evolutionary study

The Lancet Microbe / Dec 01, 2021

Townsend, J. P., Hassler, H. B., Wang, Z., Miura, S., Singh, J., Kumar, S., Ruddle, N. H., Galvani, A. P., & Dornburg, A. (2021). The durability of immunity against reinfection by SARS-CoV-2: a comparative evolutionary study. The Lancet Microbe, 2(12), e666–e675. https://doi.org/10.1016/s2666-5247(21)00219-6

Potential effectiveness of long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV prevention in men who have sex with men: a modelling study

The Lancet HIV / Sep 01, 2018

Marshall, B. D. L., Goedel, W. C., King, M. R. F., Singleton, A., Durham, D. P., Chan, P. A., Townsend, J. P., & Galvani, A. P. (2018). Potential effectiveness of long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV prevention in men who have sex with men: a modelling study. The Lancet HIV, 5(9), e498–e505. https://doi.org/10.1016/s2352-3018(18)30097-3

Infection by SARS‐CoV‐2 with alternate frequencies of mRNA vaccine boosting

Journal of Medical Virology / Jan 18, 2023

Townsend, J. P., Hassler, H. B., & Dornburg, A. (2023). Infection by SARS‐CoV‐2 with alternate frequencies of mRNA vaccine boosting. Journal of Medical Virology, 95(2). Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/jmv.28461

Dogs and pigs are transport hosts of Necator americanus : Molecular evidence for a zoonotic mechanism of human hookworm transmission in Ghana

Zoonoses and Public Health / Jun 11, 2020

Boyko, R. H., Marie Harrison, L., Humphries, D., Galvani, A. P., Townsend, J. P., Otchere, J., Wilson, M. D., & Cappello, M. (2020). Dogs and pigs are transport hosts of Necator americanus  : Molecular evidence for a zoonotic mechanism of human hookworm transmission in Ghana. Zoonoses and Public Health, 67(5), 474–483. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/zph.12708

Implementation of Syringe Services Programs to Prevent Rapid Human Immunodeficiency Virus Transmission in Rural Counties in the United States: A Modeling Study

Clinical Infectious Diseases / May 30, 2019

Goedel, W. C., King, M. R. F., Lurie, M. N., Galea, S., Townsend, J. P., Galvani, A. P., Friedman, S. R., & Marshall, B. D. L. (2019). Implementation of Syringe Services Programs to Prevent Rapid Human Immunodeficiency Virus Transmission in Rural Counties in the United States: A Modeling Study. Clinical Infectious Diseases, 70(6), 1096–1102. https://doi.org/10.1093/cid/ciz321

The critical importance of retention in HIV prevention

The Lancet HIV / Sep 01, 2018

Golub, S. A., & Enemchukwu, C. U. (2018). The critical importance of retention in HIV prevention. The Lancet HIV, 5(9), e475–e476. https://doi.org/10.1016/s2352-3018(18)30130-9

Genomic Comparison Among Global Isolates of L. interrogans Serovars Copenhageni and Icterohaemorrhagiae Identified Natural Genetic Variation Caused by an Indel

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology / Jun 19, 2018

Santos, L. A., Adhikarla, H., Yan, X., Wang, Z., Fouts, D. E., Vinetz, J. M., Alcantara, L. C. J., Hartskeerl, R. A., Goris, M. G. A., Picardeau, M., Reis, M. G., Townsend, J. P., Zhao, H., Ko, A. I., & Wunder, E. A. (2018). Genomic Comparison Among Global Isolates of L. interrogans Serovars Copenhageni and Icterohaemorrhagiae Identified Natural Genetic Variation Caused by an Indel. Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 8. https://doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2018.00193

Lvr, a Signaling System That Controls Global Gene Regulation and Virulence in Pathogenic Leptospira

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology / Feb 23, 2018

Adhikarla, H., Wunder, E. A., Mechaly, A. E., Mehta, S., Wang, Z., Santos, L., Bisht, V., Diggle, P., Murray, G., Adler, B., Lopez, F., Townsend, J. P., Groisman, E., Picardeau, M., Buschiazzo, A., & Ko, A. I. (2018). Lvr, a Signaling System That Controls Global Gene Regulation and Virulence in Pathogenic Leptospira. Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 8. https://doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2018.00045

Cost-effectiveness of next-generation vaccines: The case of pertussis

Vaccine / Jun 01, 2016

Fitzpatrick, M. C., Wenzel, N. S., Scarpino, S. V., Althouse, B. M., Atkins, K. E., Galvani, A. P., & Townsend, J. P. (2016). Cost-effectiveness of next-generation vaccines: The case of pertussis. Vaccine, 34(29), 3405–3411. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vaccine.2016.04.010

Retrospective Analysis of the 2014–2015 Ebola Epidemic in Liberia

The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene / Apr 06, 2016

Atkins, K. E., Nyenswah, T. G., Galvani, A. P., Bawo, L., Yamin, D., Altice, F. L., Fallah, M., Medlock, J., Skrip, L., Wenzel, N. S., Ndeffo-Mbah, M. L., Pandey, A., & Townsend, J. (2016). Retrospective Analysis of the 2014–2015 Ebola Epidemic in Liberia. The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 94(4), 833–839. https://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.15-0328

Quantifying Transmission ofClostridium difficilewithin and outside Healthcare Settings

Emerging Infectious Diseases / Apr 01, 2016

Durham, D. P., Olsen, M. A., Dubberke, E. R., Galvani, A. P., & Townsend, J. P. (2016). Quantifying Transmission ofClostridium difficilewithin and outside Healthcare Settings. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 22(4), 608–616. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2204.150455

Determinants of Human African Trypanosomiasis Elimination via Paratransgenesis

PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases / Mar 08, 2016

Gilbert, J. A., Medlock, J., Townsend, J. P., Aksoy, S., Ndeffo Mbah, M., & Galvani, A. P. (2016). Determinants of Human African Trypanosomiasis Elimination via Paratransgenesis. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 10(3), e0004465. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0004465

The Impact of Enhanced Screening and Treatment on Hepatitis C in the United States

Clinical Infectious Diseases / Nov 30, 2015

Durham, D. P., Skrip, L. A., Bruce, R. D., Vilarinho, S., Elbasha, E. H., Galvani, A. P., & Townsend, J. P. (2015). The Impact of Enhanced Screening and Treatment on Hepatitis C in the United States. Clinical Infectious Diseases, 62(3), 298–304. https://doi.org/10.1093/cid/civ894

Optimizing age of cytomegalovirus screening and vaccination to avert congenital disease in the US

Vaccine / Jan 01, 2016

Alfaro-Murillo, J. A., Townsend, J. P., & Galvani, A. P. (2016). Optimizing age of cytomegalovirus screening and vaccination to avert congenital disease in the US. Vaccine, 34(2), 225–229. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vaccine.2015.11.039

Quantitative analyses and modelling to support achievement of the 2020 goals for nine neglected tropical diseases

Parasites & Vectors / Dec 01, 2015

Hollingsworth, T. D., Adams, E. R., Anderson, R. M., Atkins, K., Bartsch, S., Basáñez, M.-G., Behrend, M., Blok, D. J., Chapman, L. A. C., Coffeng, L., Courtenay, O., Crump, R. E., de Vlas, S. J., Dobson, A., Dyson, L., Farkas, H., Galvani, A. P., Gambhir, M., … Zoueva, A. (2015). Quantitative analyses and modelling to support achievement of the 2020 goals for nine neglected tropical diseases. Parasites & Vectors, 8(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-015-1235-1

Harnessing Case Isolation and Ring Vaccination to Control Ebola

PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases / May 29, 2015

Wells, C., Yamin, D., Ndeffo-Mbah, M. L., Wenzel, N., Gaffney, S. G., Townsend, J. P., Meyers, L. A., Fallah, M., Nyenswah, T. G., Altice, F. L., Atkins, K. E., & Galvani, A. P. (2015). Harnessing Case Isolation and Ring Vaccination to Control Ebola. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 9(5), e0003794. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0003794

Epidemiological and Viral Genomic Sequence Analysis of the 2014 Ebola Outbreak Reveals Clustered Transmission

Clinical Infectious Diseases / Dec 15, 2014

Scarpino, S. V., Iamarino, A., Wells, C., Yamin, D., Ndeffo-Mbah, M., Wenzel, N. S., Fox, S. J., Nyenswah, T., Altice, F. L., Galvani, A. P., Meyers, L. A., & Townsend, J. P. (2014). Epidemiological and Viral Genomic Sequence Analysis of the 2014 Ebola Outbreak Reveals Clustered Transmission. Clinical Infectious Diseases, 60(7), 1079–1082. https://doi.org/10.1093/cid/ciu1131

Correction: Harnessing Case Isolation and Ring Vaccination to Control Ebola

PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases / Jun 24, 2015

Wells, C., Yamin, D., Ndeffo-Mbah, M. L., Wenzel, N., Gaffney, S. G., Townsend, J. P., Meyers, L. A., Fallah, M., Nyenswah, T. G., Altice, F. L., Atkins, K. E., & Galvani, A. P. (2015). Correction: Harnessing Case Isolation and Ring Vaccination to Control Ebola. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 9(6), e0003888. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0003888

Probabilistic uncertainty analysis of epidemiological modeling to guide public health intervention policy

Epidemics / Mar 01, 2014

Gilbert, J. A., Meyers, L. A., Galvani, A. P., & Townsend, J. P. (2014). Probabilistic uncertainty analysis of epidemiological modeling to guide public health intervention policy. Epidemics, 6, 37–45. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epidem.2013.11.002

Potential Cost-Effectiveness of Schistosomiasis Treatment for Reducing HIV Transmission in Africa – The Case of Zimbabwean Women

PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases / Aug 01, 2013

Ndeffo Mbah, M. L., Poolman, E. M., Atkins, K. E., Orenstein, E. W., Meyers, L. A., Townsend, J. P., & Galvani, A. P. (2013). Potential Cost-Effectiveness of Schistosomiasis Treatment for Reducing HIV Transmission in Africa – The Case of Zimbabwean Women. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 7(8), e2346. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0002346

Optimal targeting of seasonal influenza vaccination toward younger ages is robust to parameter uncertainty

Vaccine / Jun 01, 2013

Ndeffo Mbah, M. L., Medlock, J., Meyers, L. A., Galvani, A. P., & Townsend, J. P. (2013). Optimal targeting of seasonal influenza vaccination toward younger ages is robust to parameter uncertainty. Vaccine, 31(30), 3079–3089. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vaccine.2013.04.052

Reevaluation of Epidemiological Data Demonstrates That It Is Consistent With Cross-Immunity Among Human Papillomavirus Types

Journal of Infectious Diseases / Aug 07, 2012

Durham, D. P., Poolman, E. M., Ibuka, Y., Townsend, J. P., & Galvani, A. P. (2012). Reevaluation of Epidemiological Data Demonstrates That It Is Consistent With Cross-Immunity Among Human Papillomavirus Types. Journal of Infectious Diseases, 206(8), 1291–1298. https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jis494

Potential for Rabies Control through Dog Vaccination in Wildlife-Abundant Communities of Tanzania

PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases / Aug 21, 2012

Fitzpatrick, M. C., Hampson, K., Cleaveland, S., Meyers, L. A., Townsend, J. P., & Galvani, A. P. (2012). Potential for Rabies Control through Dog Vaccination in Wildlife-Abundant Communities of Tanzania. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 6(8), e1796. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0001796

Retrospective evidence for a biological cost of vancomycin resistance determinants in the absence of glycopeptide selective pressures

Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy / Jan 07, 2011

Johnsen, P. J., Townsend, J. P., Bohn, T., Simonsen, G. S., Sundsfjord, A., & Nielsen, K. M. (2011). Retrospective evidence for a biological cost of vancomycin resistance determinants in the absence of glycopeptide selective pressures. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 66(3), 608–610. https://doi.org/10.1093/jac/dkq512

Factors affecting the reversal of antimicrobial-drug resistance

The Lancet Infectious Diseases / Jun 01, 2009

Johnsen, P. J., Townsend, J. P., Bøhn, T., Simonsen, G. S., Sundsfjord, A., & Nielsen, K. M. (2009). Factors affecting the reversal of antimicrobial-drug resistance. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 9(6), 357–364. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1473-3099(09)70105-7

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Liam D. Hendrikse, Ph.D.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Bioinformatician at the University Health Network in Toronto, CA, specializing in computational cancer research using various sequencing modalities.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (7)
Medulloblastoma
Bioinformatics
Genomics
Oncology
Virology
And 2 more
About
Liam Hendrikse is a recent Ph.D. graduate from the Department of Medical Biophysics at the University of Toronto, now working as a Bioinformatician at the University Health Network. His research focuses on deepening our understanding of various cancer types using computational methods, in order to develop novel treatment options. Liam has a particular strength in analysis of various single-cell sequencing technologies (RNA, ATAC, CITE, TCR/BCR, etc.), as well as traditional sequencing technologies, such as bulk RNAseq. Liam has a proven track record of deriving highly impactful biological insights through his research, as evidenced by publications in high impact journals such as Nature and Cancer Discovery. Previously, Liam earned his Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and immunology from Western University in 2018.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

10 total publications

Identification of a Novel Gammaherpesvirus in Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis)

Viruses / Apr 20, 2019

Hendrikse, L. D., Kambli, A., Kayko, C., Canuti, M., Rodrigues, B., Stevens, B., Vashon, J., Lang, A. S., Needle, D. B., & Troyer, R. M. (2019). Identification of a Novel Gammaherpesvirus in Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis). Viruses, 11(4), 363. https://doi.org/10.3390/v11040363

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Naveen Adusumilli

Warner Bruner Endowed Professor, Associate Professor- Extension Economist -Louisiana State University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (29)
Soil and Water Policy
Production Economics
Agronomy and Crop Science
Earth-Surface Processes
Water Science and Technology
And 24 more
About
Naveen Adusumilli is an accomplished agricultural economist with a strong background in conservation policy-related research and extension work. He completed his PhD in Agricultural Economics from Texas A&M University in 2012, focusing on the economics of water resource management in agriculture. During his doctoral studies, he conducted extensive research on the impacts of climate change on agricultural production and the role of water markets in mitigating these impacts. After completing his PhD, Naveen joined Louisiana State University as an Extension Economist. In this role, he worked closely with farmers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to provide economic analysis and recommendations for improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. He also conducted outreach programs to educate farmers about the latest research findings and best practices in the field of agricultural economics. Naveen's research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, and he has presented at more than 100 farmer group meetings and national and international conferences. He has also received several awards and grants for his research contributions, including the Emerging Scholars Award in 2017 from the Southern Agricultural Economics Association and, in 2021, the Chair Leadership Award for his contributions to Soil and Water Conservation Society. from the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association. In addition to his work in academia, Naveen has also collaborated with various government agencies and international organizations on projects related to agricultural development and resource management. His expertise in agricultural economics has been sought after by organizations such as the Foundation for Agricultural Research, the National Institute for Water Resources, Foreign Agricultural Services, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and the World Bank. Naveen is a dedicated and passionate economist who is committed to finding solutions for the complex challenges facing the agricultural industry. Through his research and extension work, he continues to make valuable contributions to the field of agricultural economics and drive positive change in the world of farming.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

35 total publications

Estimating effects of improved drinking water and sanitation on cholera

Journal of Water and Health / Aug 23, 2013

Leidner, A. J., & Adusumilli, N. C. (2013). Estimating effects of improved drinking water and sanitation on cholera. Journal of Water and Health, 11(4), 671–683. https://doi.org/10.2166/wh.2013.238

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Dr. Matthias Steiert, Ph.D.

Consultant with 30 years of interdisciplinary R&D experience in drug discovery and material sciences
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (27)
nanomedicine
biomaterials
antimicrobials
cancer
biosensors
And 22 more
About
Matthias Steiert has extensive experience with nano-scale systems both for the development of drug delivery systems and diagnostics particularly in the areas of cancer and antimicrobial disease diagnostics. He is also a consultant for various companies involved in nanotechnological applications and is cofounder of Afaf Translations LLC, a scientific language service provider. Previously, he was co-founder of Los Gatos Pharmaceuticals and before held a position as Senior Director of R&D at Matrix Sensors Inc. and prior to that 10 years of senior-level research positions at several biotechnology companies in the fields of nanotechnology, drug development, diagnostics, and blood safety in the San Francisco Bay Area. Earlier in his career, Matthias was Senior Scientist at GlaxoSmithKline (Italy), a research fellow at the National Institute of Health and Environment (The Netherlands), and a consultant for the World Health Organization. He received his postdoctoral training from the University of California, Berkeley. Matthias holds a degree in plant physiology from the University of Freiburg (Germany) and obtained his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of Basel (Switzerland).
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

13 total publications

Establishment of a European network for the surveillance of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, MRSA and penicillin-resistant pneumococci

Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy / Nov 01, 1996

VAN EMBDEN, D. A., VAN SOOLINGEN, D., HEERSMA, H. F., DE NEELING, A. J., JONES, M. E., STEIERT, M., GREK, V., MOOI, F. R., & VERHOEF, J. (1996). Establishment of a European network for the surveillance of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, MRSA and penicillin-resistant pneumococci. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 38(5), 905–907. https://doi.org/10.1093/jac/38.5.905

Detection of Staphylococcal Genes Directly from Cerebrospinal and Peritoneal Fluid Samples Using a Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction

European Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases / Jul 03, 1998

Schmitz, F.-J., Steiert, M., Hofmann, B., Fluit, A. C., Verhoef, J., Heinz, H.-P., & Jones, M. E. (1998). Detection of Staphylococcal Genes Directly from Cerebrospinal and Peritoneal Fluid Samples Using a Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction. European Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases, 17(4), 272–274. https://doi.org/10.1007/s100960050061

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Javier O. Morales

Professor of drug delivery and pharmaceutical product development at University of Chile
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (30)
Pharmaceutics
Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Science
Drug Discovery
Agronomy and Crop Science
And 25 more
About
Javier O. Morales is a highly accomplished and experienced pharmaceutical professional with a strong academic background and extensive practical experience. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy in 2006 and the Pharmaceutical Chemist degree in 2008 from the University of Chile. He then went on to obtain his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from The University of Texas at Austin in 2012. Dr. Morales has since worked as an Assistant Professor and later as an Associate Professor at the University of Chile. He has also served as the Director of the Center of New Drugs for Hypertension (CENDHY), where he led a team of researchers in developing new and innovative pharmaceutical treatments for hypertension. Dr. Morales has a strong passion for research and has published numerous articles in international journals and has patented his developed technologies. His expertise in pharmaceuticals, nano and microstructured drug delivery systems, implants, and peptide drug discovery has made him a sought-after speaker at conferences and symposiums around the world. In addition to his academic and research achievements, Dr. Morales is also a dedicated mentor and has supervised and mentored several students in their research projects. He is known for his commitment to excellence and his ability to motivate and inspire others. Overall, Dr. Morales is a highly respected and accomplished pharmaceutical professional with a strong track record of success in academia. His contributions to the field of pharmaceutical sciences have made a significant impact, and he continues to be a leader in the industry.
Most Relevant Publications (3+)

63 total publications

Buccal and Sublingual Vaccines: A Review on Oral Mucosal Immunization and Delivery Systems

Vaccines / Oct 14, 2021

Trincado, V., Gala, R. P., & Morales, J. O. (2021). Buccal and Sublingual Vaccines: A Review on Oral Mucosal Immunization and Delivery Systems. Vaccines, 9(10), 1177. https://doi.org/10.3390/vaccines9101177

Nanoparticles as Potential Novel Therapies for Urinary Tract Infections

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology / Apr 19, 2021

Sánchez, S. V., Navarro, N., Catalán-Figueroa, J., & Morales, J. O. (2021). Nanoparticles as Potential Novel Therapies for Urinary Tract Infections. Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 11. https://doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2021.656496

Poly-ε-caprolactone Nanoparticles Loaded with 4-Nerolidylcatechol (4-NC) for Growth Inhibition of Microsporum canis

Antibiotics / Dec 11, 2020

Greatti, V. R., Oda, F., Sorrechia, R., Kapp, B. R., Seraphim, C. M., Weckwerth, A. C. V. B., Chorilli, M., Silva, P. B. D., Eloy, J. O., Kogan, M. J., Morales, J. O., & Pietro, R. C. L. R. (2020). Poly-ε-caprolactone Nanoparticles Loaded with 4-Nerolidylcatechol (4-NC) for Growth Inhibition of Microsporum canis. Antibiotics, 9(12), 894. https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics9120894

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Abbas Alameer

Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics at Kuwait University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Infectious Diseases
Other Research Interests (10)
Bioinformatics
Computational Mathematics
Computational Theory and Mathematics
Computer Science Applications
Molecular Biology
And 5 more
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Abbas Alameer is an Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics at Kuwait University. He received his PhD in Bioinformatics and Molecular Modelling from the University of Leicester in 2014 and his MRes in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology from the University of Leeds in 2006. He has over 10 years of experience in bioinformatics related research and teaching. His research focuses on the computational analysis and modelling of biological molecules, and the development of novel algorithms and Bioinformatics tools. He has published several articles in leading journals in the field and has presented his work at international conferences.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

3 total publications

Whole-Genome and Targeted-Amplicon Sequencing of Fluconazole-Susceptible and -Resistant Candida parapsilosis Isolates from Kuwait Reveals a Previously Undescribed N1132D Polymorphism in CDR1

Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy / Jan 20, 2021

Asadzadeh, M., Dashti, M., Ahmad, S., Alfouzan, W., & Alameer, A. (2021). Whole-Genome and Targeted-Amplicon Sequencing of Fluconazole-Susceptible and -Resistant Candida parapsilosis Isolates from Kuwait Reveals a Previously Undescribed N1132D Polymorphism in CDR1. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy, 65(2). https://doi.org/10.1128/aac.01633-20

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Example infectious diseases projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on infectious diseases?

Vaccine Development

An academic researcher in Infectious Diseases can contribute to the development of vaccines for various infectious diseases. Their expertise in understanding the mechanisms of pathogens and the immune system can help in designing effective vaccines.

Drug Discovery

Collaborating with an Infectious Diseases expert can aid in the discovery of new drugs and therapies to combat infectious diseases. Their knowledge of disease mechanisms and drug targets can accelerate the development of effective treatments.

Epidemiological Studies

Academic researchers in Infectious Diseases can conduct epidemiological studies to understand the spread and impact of infectious diseases. This data can help companies in developing strategies for disease prevention and control.

Diagnostic Test Development

Working with an expert in Infectious Diseases can assist in the development of accurate and efficient diagnostic tests for infectious diseases. Their understanding of disease markers and detection methods can improve testing capabilities.

Public Health Policy

Collaboration with an academic researcher in Infectious Diseases can provide valuable insights for shaping public health policies. Their expertise can contribute to evidence-based decision-making and effective disease control measures.