• After postdoctoral training in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) at the National Cancer Institute (NCI, Bethesda, USA), she was promoted to tenure-track Principal Investigator at DCEG-NCI from 2008 till 2015. (meg-africa.org)
  • Every 3 years, UKMEG honours a leading researcher with an award in recognition of outstanding achievement in the field of molecular epidemiology. (meg-uk.org)
  • To determine the genetic how this disease of antiquity is transmitted throughout en- relationships among the Punjab population itself, we per- demic regions today. (cdc.gov)
  • Molecular epidemiology is a branch of epidemiology and medical science that focuses on the contribution of potential genetic and environmental risk factors, identified at the molecular level, to the etiology, distribution and prevention of disease within families and across populations. (wikipedia.org)
  • Molecular epidemiology allows for an understanding of the molecular outcomes and implications of diet, lifestyle, and environmental exposure, particularly how these choices and exposures result in acquired genetic mutations and how these mutations are distributed throughout selected populations through the use of biomarkers and genetic information. (wikipedia.org)
  • Limitations of molecular epidemiological studies are similar in nature to those of generic epidemiological studies, that is, samples of convenience - both of the target population and genetic information, small sample sizes, inappropriate statistical methods, poor quality control, and poor definition of target populations. (wikipedia.org)
  • Genetic epidemiology Genome-wide association study Genomics Molecular medicine Personalized medicine Precision medicine "What is Molecular Epidemiology? (wikipedia.org)
  • Studies of population genetics have also created opportunities for strain identification and molecular taxonomy and for exploring the relationship between genetic diversity and properties of medical relevance such as virulence, resistance to drugs, antigenic variation, susceptibility to potential vaccines, and host and vector specificity. (bio.net)
  • Is the Subject Area "Genetic epidemiology" applicable to this article? (plos.org)
  • You have a PhD degree in medical science, preferentially in genetic and/or molecular epidemiology. (varbi.com)
  • Previous experience in genome wide association studies and bioinformatics analysis of genetic/molecular data is an advantage, interest in breast cancer research is a prerequisite, and fluency in English (both spoken and written) is required. (varbi.com)
  • In addition, malaria strains, genetic polymorphism and the molecular phylogeny of Yemen Plasmodium isolates will be studied. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Its aim is to foster multi-disciplinary links between epidemiologists, molecular biologists, biochemists, geneticists, toxicologists, pathologists, nutritionists, clinician scientists, public health scientists and others studying the role of environmental and genetic factors in the aetiology of chronic disease. (meg-uk.org)
  • However, the use of molecular pathology in epidemiology posed unique challenges including lack of standardized methodologies and guidelines as well as paucity of interdisciplinary experts and training programs. (wikipedia.org)
  • As a result, pathology and epidemiology have been integrated into the single unified field of MPE. (mpemeeting.org)
  • Advancing integrative molecular and population-level health science and addressing the unique research challenges specific to the field of MPE requires bringing together experts in diverse fields, including pathology, epidemiology, biostatistics, computational biology, bioinformatics, genomics, immunology, and nutritional and environmental sciences. (mpemeeting.org)
  • The aim of the project is to investigate the (molecular) epidemiology, clinical progression and molecular and immunological mechanisms of CHE. (bund.de)
  • The application of current molecular techniques to stored tissue aimed to improve the quality of data compared to previous studies based on clinical databases using heterogeneous techniques. (gla.ac.uk)
  • Our research has resulted in the finding of several novel molecular insights into heart muscle disease, including several molecules that are being pursued further towards clinical application. (lu.se)
  • Your main role will be to perform a broad range of analyses of molecular and clinical data on large cohorts. (varbi.com)
  • Molecular epidemiology and clinical impact of rhinovirus infections in adults during three epidemic seasons in 11 European countries (2007-2010). (ox.ac.uk)
  • The objective of this study was to determine the epidemiology and clinical impact of the different RV species. (ox.ac.uk)
  • Clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus from the Arkhangelsk region, Russia: antimicrobial susceptibility, molecular epidemiology, and distribution of Panton-Valentine leukocidin genes. (cmac-journal.ru)
  • This study aimed to describe the clinical, microbiological, molecular epidemiology and treatment of multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDRTB) cases in the UK and to determine factors associated with survival. (bmj.com)
  • Her research program is aimed at understanding the role of biomarkers in the molecular pathogenesis of NCDs with an emphasis on cancer among diverse populations. (meg-africa.org)
  • She has been the PI in a recent validation study of breast cancer biomarkers using point of care molecular techniques and a co-investigator in an University of Oxford Grand Challenges Gates funded project for the development of a mobile application the aim of which is to assist patients locate high quality laboratory services in their vicinity. (meg-africa.org)
  • The Group has organised many meetings annually on topics relating to the use of molecular biomarkers in studying the epidemiology of cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. (meg-uk.org)
  • Due to its widespread use and ability to analyse epidemiological information about most bacterial pathogens based on their molecular markers, pulsed-field gel electrophoresis is relied upon heavily in molecular epidemiological studies. (wikipedia.org)
  • Over the last two decades, intense efforts have been devoted in several laboratories toward developing molecular tools for the detection and strain identification of pathogens. (bio.net)
  • A goal of this plan is the integration of laboratory science and epidemiology to develop and use tools to detect and promptly identify emerging and re-emerging pathogens, and investigate factors that influence their emergence. (bio.net)
  • Join us in Thailand for the leading conference on the molecular evolution of all pathogens: viruses, pathogenic bacteria, fungi, parasites and prions. (wikicfp.com)
  • The Emerging Viral Diseases-Expert Laboratory Network (EVD-LabNet) is organising a training course on "Introduction to virology, diagnostics and molecular epidemiology on emerging and vector-borne disease viral pathogens" on Wednesday 21 June 2023 and Thursday 22 June 2023 - 13:00-17:00 CEST (Stockholm time). (europa.eu)
  • Characterization of chronic hepatitis E in Germany: molecular. (bund.de)
  • The molecular characterization was performed using the MIRU-VNTR 15loci method. (medworm.com)
  • Aufi IM, Khudhair AM, Ghaeb Al-Saadi L, Almoneem A. Epidemiology and Molecular Characterization of Seasonal Influenza Viruses in Iraq . (flu.org.cn)
  • The aim of this project was to use Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) to increase our understanding of the evolution and epidemiology of E. coli O157 isolates from Scotland. (food.gov.uk)
  • As a result, a method is needed which can both monitor the long-term epidemiology of the pneumococcus among a large number of isolates, and analyze vaccine-candidate genes, such as pspA, for mutations and recombination events that could result in 'vaccine escape' strains. (jcvi.org)
  • Malaria-positive microscopy isolates were spotted on filter papers for future Plasmodial molecular detection by nested polymerase chain reaction (nPCR) of small subunit ribosomal ribonucleic acid (ssrRNA) genes specific primers. (bvsalud.org)
  • In contrast, Kurram has about (14%), including (10.8%) P. vivax and (2.7%) P. falciparum cases, the lowest malaria epidemiology. (bvsalud.org)
  • Much work on molecular phylogeny has focused on the relationship between Plasmodium species and the origin of human malaria [ 5 - 7 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Thus, the molecular approach was applied for the first time, in this country, to investigate the molecular epidemiology of malaria. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The New York Times examines "[n]ew methods of quickly sequencing entire microbial genomes [that] are revolutionizing the field" of molecularly epidemiology and could help public health officials identify and track disease outbreaks. (kff.org)
  • This study was conducted to investigate the distribution of the Plasmodium species based on the molecular detection and to study the molecular phylogeny of these parasites. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics conducts research in epidemiology and biostatistics across a broad range of areas within biomedical science. (varbi.com)
  • Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Al finalizar el curso los cursantes deberán estar en condiciones de interpretar y realizar análisis crítico de la literatura científica elaborada según el método hipotético deductivo. (bvsalud.org)
  • The term became more formalized with the formulation of the first book on molecular epidemiology titled Molecular Epidemiology: Principles and Practice by Paul A. Schulte and Frederica Perera. (wikipedia.org)
  • One swab was analysed within 45 min using a molecular POCT for respiratory syncytial virus and influenza A and B viruses. (bmj.com)
  • The post-elimination Canadian measles epidemiology has been previously reported for 1998-2001 Footnote 1 and 2002 to 2011 Footnote 4 . (canada.ca)
  • Notably, Ethiopia's lack of local sequencing capacity was further limited by sporadic, uneven, and insufficient sampling that limited the incorporation of genomic epidemiology in the epidemic public health response in Ethiopia. (cgiar.org)
  • HIV molecular epidemiology research analyse viral gene sequences because of their availability but entire genome sequencing allows to make use of various other genes. (bioinf.org)
  • BNMT is working with the Centre for Molecular Dynamics-Nepal, The University of Oxford UK, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine UK, The University of Melbourne, Australia and the University of Cambridge, UK to build national capacity for pathogen sequencing. (org.np)
  • Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) effectively forecasts the surge of COVID-19 cases in humans in a particular region. (bvsalud.org)
  • MEG-UK members include epidemiologists, laboratory scientists, clinicians and others interested in molecular epidemiology. (meg-uk.org)
  • Dr. Figueroa is a molecular epidemiologist and Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Edinburgh since 2015, with joint appointment at the Usher Institute and the Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM), Cancer Research (CR) Read more. (meg-africa.org)
  • She received her PhD in molecular genetics from the State University of New York, Stony Brook and her Master's in Public Health from Columbia University. (meg-africa.org)
  • Molecular epidemiological studies are able to provide additional understanding of previously-identified risk factors and disease mechanisms. (wikipedia.org)
  • Our research aims at acquiring a comprehensive picture of breast cancer risk and prognosis using epidemiological studies combined with molecular data and Swedish population-based registries. (varbi.com)
  • He also leads the Bioinformatics Activity in the Molecular Epidemiology and Bioinformatics Team of the Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention's Laboratory Branch. (cdc.gov)
  • Abstract - The epidemiology of a Paenibacillus larvae infection, causing American Foulbrood (AFB), was studied regionally in Finland and temporally in the apiaries. (apidologie.org)
  • In our study, independently of the geographic location, place of onset of infection, and time period, the dominating molecular types of MRSA were ST8, t008, SCCmec IV and ST239, t030 and t037 SCCmec III. (cmac-journal.ru)
  • This thesis aimed to analyse changes in the incidence and molecular epidemiology of breast cancer in Scotland. (gla.ac.uk)
  • The epidemiology of MRSA infections is discussed highlights the importance of understanding why specific clones predominated in different regions in order to develop more effective control strategies and to choose more appropriate antimicrobial therapy. (novapublishers.com)
  • Monitoring the long-term molecular epidemiology of the pneumococcus and detection of potential 'vaccine escape' strains. (jcvi.org)
  • The need for molecular epidemiologic approaches in response to emerging, re-emerging, and endemic parasitic diseases. (bio.net)
  • Brian Lowe, MPP, Brian Lowe, MPP, contributed to the COVID-19 Genomic Epidemiology Toolkit's case studies with an evaluation of wastewater surveillance in a Vermont municipality to detect SARS-CoV-2 at the community level. (cdc.gov)
  • In this molecular epidemiological study we analysed 1157 HBV S-gene sequences collected from patients in Norway, primarily in the period 2004-2011, and linked them to epidemiological data from the Norwegian surveillance system for communicable diseases. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Featuring Stephanie Schmit, Ph.D., M.P.H., associate staff and vice chair of the Genomics Medicine Institute of the Cleveland Clinic, and associate professor of Molecular Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, and co-leader of the Population and Cancer Prevention Program at the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. (wayne.edu)
  • Other projects we are working on are studies on blood-bound molecular markers of breast cancer using multi-omics approaches, genomics of aggressive breast cancer and the mammographic density and texture associated with breast cancer subtype. (varbi.com)
  • The use of "molecular epidemiology" for this type of research masked the presence of these challenges, and hindered the development of methods and guidelines. (wikipedia.org)
  • This field has emerged from the integration of molecular biology into traditional epidemiological research. (wikipedia.org)
  • At the heart of this book is the impact of advances in molecular research that have given rise to and enabled the measurement and exploitation of the biomarker as a vital tool to link traditional molecular and epidemiological research strategies to understand the underlying mechanisms of disease in populations. (wikipedia.org)
  • Part 1 concentrated on epidemiological research, with data derived from various agencies, and Part 2 on a laboratory project aimed at looking at changes in the molecular profile of breast cancers in two cohorts of patients in Glasgow. (gla.ac.uk)
  • Most research on HIV molecular epidemiology today use the part of the viral gene which has the protease (PR) and invert transcriptase (RT) coding locations. (bioinf.org)
  • The International Molecular Pathological Epidemiology (MPE) Meeting Series is open to the international research community with free registration. (mpemeeting.org)
  • The Molecular Epidemiology Group-Africa (MEG-Africa) is a consortium that brings together multidisciplinary researchers interested in working together to develop and share protocols for molecular epidemiology and related data sciences research. (meg-africa.org)
  • and former committee member of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Molecular Epidemiology Groupand AACR Minority Faculty Scholar Award. (meg-africa.org)
  • The 6th International Molecular Pathological Epidemiology (MPE) Meeting: 10-Year Anniversary Summit" (formal meeting name) will be held in 2023. (mpemeeting.org)
  • Further investigation on genes associated with cell surface NIS protein levels within each breast cancer molecular subtype may lead to novel targets for selectively increasing NIS expression/function in a subset of breast cancers patients. (umd.edu)
  • To reveal molecular types of nosocomial and community-acquired strains of S. aureus in different regions of Russia. (cmac-journal.ru)
  • For molecular typing 186 strains with unique resistance profile within each ward of each medical institution were selected. (cmac-journal.ru)
  • Molecular epidemiology improves our understanding of the pathogenesis of disease by identifying specific pathways, molecules and genes that influence the risk of developing disease. (wikipedia.org)
  • In the past few decades, our knowledge of disease pathogenesis has improved considerably, and disease classification has also transformed, incorporating molecular mechanisms of disease. (mpemeeting.org)
  • Studies to examine the relationship between an exposure and molecular pathologic signature of disease (particularly, cancer) became increasingly common throughout the 2000s. (wikipedia.org)
  • It is difficult to know if this small increase in prevalence of HRT could have influenced breast cancer epidemiology. (gla.ac.uk)
  • A laboratory project was carried out to assess whether increasing survival from breast cancer could be a result of changing molecular epidemiology. (gla.ac.uk)
  • Thus, gel electrophoresis techniques like pulsed-field gel electrophoresis can be used in molecular epidemiology to comparatively analyze patterns of bacterial chromosomal fragments and to elucidate the genomic content of bacterial cells. (wikipedia.org)
  • To examine the molecular epidemiology of syphilis in Scotland. (bmj.com)
  • The objective of this study was to investigate the molecular epidemiology of HIV-1 in Khayelitsha using serotyping and genotyping techniques. (sun.ac.za)
  • 9:30-10:00 A.M. Michel Tibayrenc: Unified approach to molecular epidemiology. (bio.net)
  • The goal of this study was to identify the epidemiological and molecular characteristics of TBEV associated with fatal meningoencephalitis in Mongolia. (who.int)
  • We aimed to identify the epidemiological and molecular characteristics of tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) associated with fatal meningoencephalitis in Mongolia. (who.int)
  • However, within genotype A and D, our molecular epidemiology analysis indicated a geographical clustering of sequences depending on their geographical origin. (biomedcentral.com)
  • With genotyping detailed molecular analysis can be performed. (sun.ac.za)
  • citation needed] While most molecular epidemiology studies are using conventional disease designation system for an outcome (with the use of exposures at the molecular level), compelling evidence indicates that disease evolution represents inherently heterogeneous process differing from person to person. (wikipedia.org)