Meet Key Faculty & Specific Research Interests

Jennie H. Kwon, DO, MSCI

Jennie H. Kwon, DO, MSCI

Associate Professor of Medicine, Section Director, Healthcare Epidemiology & Antimicrobial Stewardship

Dr. Kwon specializes in clinical and translational research with a focus on antimicrobial resistance and infection prevention.

Makedonka Mitreva, PhD

Makedonka Mitreva, PhD

The Robert E. and Louise F. Dunn Professor of Medical Sciences, Departments of Medicine and Genetics

Dr. Mitreva is an internationally acclaimed scientist who leads a basic and translational research program studying neglected tropical diseases, specifically helminth infections. Her enduring dedication to enhancing omics-driven discoveries and their clinical applications is paving the way for long-lasting improvements in global health.

Bruce A. Rosa, PhD

Bruce A. Rosa, PhD

Associate Professor of Medicine

Dr. Rosa’s experience in the statistical analysis of complex datasets (utilizing multiple types of evidence spanning treatments or species) has led to the identification differentially expressed genes, drug targets and pathways of interest for experimental verification.

Gary J. Weil, MD

Gary J. Weil, MD

Gerald and Judith Medoff Professor of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine and Professor, Molecular Microbiology

Dr. Weil’s research group conducts research on filarial nematode parasites that cause important tropical diseases such as elephantiasis and river blindness. This includes basic research on parasite biology and translational research to develop improved diagnostic tests and treatments.