Thesis supervisor: István Tóth
Location of studies (in Hungarian): University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest Abbreviation of location of studies: ÁTE
Description of the research topic:
In the current project we aim to establish a novel strain collection of pathogenic and commensalist E. coli from cattle and poultry, and to perform genetic and pathogenetic characterisation of the fresh isolates. One of the main aim is to isolate and characterize zoonotic pathogens first of all Shiga toxin producing novel E. coli (STEC) strains. We also aim to isolate and characterise bacteriophages from the same samples. We will determine the genome sequence of characteristic pathogenic and zoonotic strains, and those of lytic bacteriophages. An important task is to investigate the evolutionary and pathogenetic role of prophages (integrated phages) in the bacterial genomes. Exploring the biocontrol potential of the isolated lytic phages is also part of the PhD project.
Required language skills: english Further requirements: DVM or MSc diploma in biology or in pharmacy. Scientific curiosity and dedication; good English knowledge, basic computer skills.
Number of students who can be accepted: 1
Deadline for application: 2018-05-31
2024. IV. 17. ODT ülés Az ODT következő ülésére 2024. június 14-én, pénteken 10.00 órakor kerül sor a Semmelweis Egyetem Szenátusi termében (Bp. Üllői út 26. I. emelet).
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