Tuberculosis Research And Epidemiology
29 researchers across 3 institutions
Researchers investigate the complex biology of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), the bacterium responsible for tuberculosis. This work includes understanding Mtb's mechanisms of infection, its interactions with the host immune system, and the development of novel diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines. Studies employ molecular biology, genomics, immunology, and bioinformatics to explore drug resistance, pathogenesis, and host responses. Epidemiological research focuses on identifying risk factors, transmission patterns, and the burden of tuberculosis within populations.
This research holds significant relevance for Arkansas. Tuberculosis disproportionately affects certain demographic groups, and understanding these disparities is crucial for public health interventions across the state. The agricultural sector may also be impacted by zoonotic tuberculosis, necessitating research into its prevalence and control. Furthermore, insights gained from this work contribute to the state's growing biomedical research ecosystem and inform public health policy aimed at disease prevention and management within Arkansas communities.
This area of study draws on expertise in microbial pathogenesis, immunology, and public health. Investigations are conducted across multiple Arkansas institutions, fostering collaboration and a comprehensive approach to tackling tuberculosis.
Top Researchers
| Name | Institution | h-index | Citations | Career Stage | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lu Huang | UAMS | 43 | 6,187 | Grant PI High Impact | |
| Jerry W. Simecka | UAMS | 36 | 3,735 | High Impact | |
| Donald G. Catanzaro | University of Arkansas | 21 | 1,980 | High Impact | |
| Andy Bauleni | UAMS | 16 | 1,010 | ||
| Shengfan Zhang | University of Arkansas | 11 | 287 | ||
| Leonard Mukasa | UAMS | 10 | 369 | ||
| Alan Richardson Jones | UAMS | 10 | 668 | ||
| Humera Javed | UAMS | 8 | 1,277 | ||
| Tanmay Gandhi | UAMS | 7 | 209 | ||
| Heta Ladumor | UAMS | 6 | 321 | ||
| Brian Delavan | UA Little Rock | 5 | 237 | ||
| Khushboo Verma | UAMS | 5 | 58 | ||
| K Sivakumar | UAMS | 4 | 47 | ||
| Ramey Marshell | UAMS | 4 | 133 | ||
| Jon Parham | UAMS | 3 | 32 | ||
| Abhilasha Rana | UAMS | 3 | 30 | ||
| William D. Bussell | University of Arkansas | 2 | 38 | ||
| Elizabeth M. Hanson | UAMS | 2 | 79 | ||
| Anita Joshi | UAMS | 2 | 6 | ||
| Maryam Kheirandish | University of Arkansas | 2 | 20 |
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Top US institutions in this area
- 1 Johns Hopkins University 3,022
- 2 Harvard University 2,399
- 3 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1,904
- 4 University of California, San Francisco 1,573
- 5 University of Cape Town 1,402
Cross-Institution Connections
Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Tuberculosis Research And Epidemiology.