University of Miami · BiochemistryBioluminescent Diagnostics Unit
Sapna K Deo · Coral Gables, Florida
Research Focus
Dr. Sapna K Deo's lab focuses on developing rapid diagnostic tests for urinary tract infections (UTIs) and antibiotic resistance. By leveraging bioluminescence technology, the lab aims to create innovative testing methods that can quickly and accurately determine the bacterial load in urine and identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This research addresses critical healthcare challenges related to bacterial infections and antibiotic misuse.
bioluminescenceurinary tract infectionantibiotic resistancerapid diagnosticsbioluminescent testing
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop a bioluminescence-based test for quantitative detection of UTI-causing pathogens in urine.
AIM 02Create a bioluminescence-based test to screen for antimicrobial resistant bacteria in urine samples.
AIM 03Conduct pilot studies using clinical samples to validate the developed diagnostic tests.
Skills the Lab Values
bioluminescence assaymicrotiter plate reader useclinical sample analysisantimicrobial susceptibility testingdata interpretation
Output against the department
Publications228top 33% of dept.134th of 402
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Citations6.1kbottom 35% of dept.262nd of 402
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