Research Projects:

• Expand use of targeted next generation sequencing in clinical parasitology
• Develop digital droplet PCR assays for quantitative testing of bloodborne parasites
• Develop RNA-based detection assays, such as transcription-mediated amplification for increased sensitivity and multiplex detection of parasites in complex specimens
• Evaluate molecular testing of dried blood spots for the detection of Plasmodium
• Develop a comprehensive set of conventional PCR and sequencing primers sequencing to aid in identification of helminth specimens