Biography and expertise

Biography

Dr Jessica Browne (BBiomedSc (Hons) PhD) has expertise in the field of molecular microbiology and immunology. Her research focuses on understanding immunity to, and the interactions of, human mucosal pathogens (e.g., Streptococcus pneumoniae, non-typeable Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis) in order to understand pathogenic mechanisms and the immune response required for an effective otitis media (OM) vaccine.

Jessica's work contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals

Source: Scopus

Research

Host-microbe interactions in otitis media and other respiratory disease.

Investigation of improved screening methods for otopathogens.

Bioactivity of novel compounds and their potential application in the treatment of respiratory disease.

Community engagement

NSW Health Pathology

Supervision

Anti-inflammatory activity of brominated indoles for respiratory disease.

Teaching

Immunology, Microbiology, Clinical Microbiology

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Honours

Inspiring Educators Award
Southern Cross University, 2021

Organisational affiliations

Human Sciences, Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University

Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University

Visiting Researcher, Griffith University (Gold Coast)

Past affiliations

Lecturer, School of Health and Human Sciences, Southern Cross University

Education

Central Queensland University
BBiomedSc
Central Queensland University
BBiomedSc(Hons)
Central Queensland University
PhD