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Last published 2025
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Jerry W. Simecka

High Impact

Researcher

Also affiliated: University of North Texas (1998–2025); Reata Pharmaceuticals (United States) (2019–2020); University of North Texas Health Science Center (1998–2025); Cystic Fibrosis Trust (1997); New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (1996); University of North Texas System (1987–2021); University of Alabama at Birmingham (1986–1997); Bipar (2007)

Faculty Researcher

36 h-index 109 pubs 3,762 cited

  • Animals
  • Mice
  • Female
  • Lung
  • Mycoplasma Infections
  • Mycoplasma
  • Rats
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mice, Inbred BALB C
  • Rats, Inbred F344
  • RNA, Messenger
  • Mice, Inbred C3H
  • Mice, Inbred C57BL
  • Pneumonia, Mycoplasma

Biography and Research Information

OverviewAI-generated summary

Jerry W. Simecka's research has focused on microbial infections and the immune system, with a particular emphasis on Mycoplasma and its implications for host health. His work has explored the identification of gut barrier protective fruits and vegetables for infants, aiming to promote healthy development through culturally relevant dietary practices. Simecka has also investigated strategies for restoring specific immunity in early HIV infection, considering the combined benefits of early antiretroviral therapy and tuberculosis preventive treatment.

His scholarly contributions are reflected in a substantial publication record, with 108 total publications and a citation count of 3,732, resulting in an h-index of 36. Simecka is recognized as a highly cited researcher. He collaborates with other researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, including Brian D. Piccolo, with whom he has co-authored multiple publications. Simecka maintains an active laboratory website to disseminate his research findings.

Metrics

  • h-index: 36
  • Publications: 109
  • Citations: 3,762

Selected Publications

  • 469 Identification of gut barrier protective fruits and vegetables for Latin American infants (2025)
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