Biography

I am an ambitious biomedical research scientist with a strong interest in understanding the immunobiology and control of infectious and non-infectious diseases, particularly in resource-limited settings. I hold a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences (with commendation) from Nottingham Trent University and have over five years of hands-on research experience in infectious diseases, including tuberculosis, gained from working in the world-class laboratories at the Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Research Programme. My long-term goal is to become an independent scientist dedicated to advancing research and contributing to the effective control of infectious and non-infectious diseases across Africa and beyond.

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

The impact of HIV on the phenotype and function of M. tuberculosis-infected human alveolar macrophages

Our findings reveal HIV-associated downregulation of CD206 and increased HLA-DR expression on alveolar macrophages, indicating ongoing immune activation despite ART. Additionally, reduced IL-6 and TNF-α production suggests impaired early control of Mtb. This persistent dysregulation may underlie the elevated TB risk in PWH, even after effective ART.

Source: Conference 2024