Understanding the Strain-Specific Pathogenicity of Streptococcus Pneumoniae
Department
Sciences & Mathematics
Format of Presentation
Poster
Research Category
STEM
Description
Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae) is the leading causative agent of infections like pneumonia, otitis media, and meningitis. It is also becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics. Therefore, this study aims to investigate strain-specific pathogenicity in the virulent TIGR4 and avirulent R6 strains of S. pneumoniae by comparing differences in virulent factors, like Pneumococcal Surface Protein A (PspA).
Recommended Citation
Tasnim Raya, Zarin, "Understanding the Strain-Specific Pathogenicity of Streptococcus Pneumoniae" (2024). Undergraduate Research Conference. 4.
https://athenacommons.muw.edu/urc/2024/posters-ii/4
Understanding the Strain-Specific Pathogenicity of Streptococcus Pneumoniae
Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae) is the leading causative agent of infections like pneumonia, otitis media, and meningitis. It is also becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics. Therefore, this study aims to investigate strain-specific pathogenicity in the virulent TIGR4 and avirulent R6 strains of S. pneumoniae by comparing differences in virulent factors, like Pneumococcal Surface Protein A (PspA).