Todd J. Spears

Researcher

UAMS
Last publication 2026 Last refreshed 2026-05-09

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1 h-index 4 pubs 22 cited

Research Areas

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Todd J. Spears' research focuses on inflammasome-mediated pyroptosis as a defense mechanism against pathogenic bacteria. Pyroptosis is a highly inflammatory form of programmed cell death that plays a critical role in the innate immune system's response to infection. His work investigates the molecular pathways involved in this process and its implications for combating bacterial pathogens. This research contributes to understanding host-pathogen interactions and potential therapeutic strategies for infectious diseases.

Metrics

  • h-index: 1
  • Publications: 4
  • Citations: 22

Selected Publications

  • Inflammasome‐mediated pyroptosis in defense against pathogenic bacteria (2024)
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