Department of Einsteein Bio-Engineering Research Foundation, Tamil Nadu, India
Dr. Muruganandam M has extended his valuable service for many years and has been a recipient of many award and grants. His international experience includes various programs, contributions and participation in different countries for diverse fields of study. His research interests reflect in his wide range of publications in various national and international journals.
Review
Vaccine development for Staphylococcal Infectious Disease
Author(s): Muruganandam M*
Staphylococcus aureus is common bacterial pathogen which causes illnesses ranging from minor infections to life threatening diseases. This bacterium has become major cause of hospital acquired infections. It affects patients who has already weak immune system .It is mostly spread to others by contaminated hands and Skin. Due to skin damages, S.aureus may gain access to tissues or the blood stream and cause infection. These bacteria can survive on dry surfaces and increasing the chance of transmission. It cannot be eradicated by antibiotics like Methicillin, Vanomycin, etc, because it is an antibiotic resistant pathogen. So there is another way to prevent this pathogen’s infection by vaccination. In our lab, few experimental trials were conducted regarding identification and recommendation of various immunogens for vaccine development. The important Immunogens a.. View more»