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Coralie Millet

Coralie Millet
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Bio21 Institute
The University of Melbourne, Australia

Biography

Dr.Coralie Millet did her PhD in Microbiology from School of Biosciences, Cardiff University under the supervision of Prof David Lloyd, Dr Joanne Cable.Thesis Title: Growth, Metabolism, Ultrastructure and Chemotherapy of Spironucleus vortens.Interested in the biochemistry, cell biology and pathogenesis of protozoan parasites. My thesis aimed at advancing the knowledge of the biology Spironucleus, a genus of protozoan parasites, which represent a significant problem in aquaculture.
   

Research Interest

I am interested in the biochemistry, cell biology and pathogenesis of protozoan parasites. My thesis aimed at advancing the knowledge of the biology Spironucleus, a genus of protozoan parasites, which represent a significant problem in aquaculture. In spite of their detrimental impact on that industry, they have been little investigated, and a better understanding of the prevalence and biology of these parasites was required for effective disease management. Using Spironucleus vortens as a model, I optimized in vitro culturing of these parasites, and investigated the prevalence of several species in UK and Norwegian fish. I also used a wide range of analytical and imaging tools to investigate several aspects of the metabolism and ultrastructure of S. vortens. My current project focuses on developing new EM, X-ray and light microscopy protocols to investigate the cellular architecture of Plasmodium falciparum-infested erythrocytes.