Molecular characterization of <em>Mycobacterium bovis</em> strains isolated from cattle slaughtered at two abattoirs in Algeria (Publications)
BACKGROUND: Bovine Tuberculosis is prevalent in Algeria despite governmental attempts to control the disease. The objective of this study was to conduct, for the first time, molecular characterization
Rapid and accurate detection of <em>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</em> in sputum samples by Cepheid Xpert MTB/RIF assay - a clinical validation study (Publications)
BACKGROUND: A crucial impediment to global tuberculosis control is the lack of an accurate, rapid diagnostic test for detection of patients with active TB. A new, rapid diagnostic method, (Cepheid) Xp
Camel <em>Streptococcus agalactiae</em> populations are associated with specific disease complexes and acquired the tetracycline resistance gene... (Publications)
Camels are the most valuable livestock species in the Horn of Africa and play a pivotal role in the nutritional sustainability for millions of people. Their health status is therefore of utmost import
Over-diagnosis of malaria by microscopy in the Kilombero Valley, Southern Tanzania: an evaluation of the utility and cost-effectiveness of rapid... (Publications)
BACKGROUND: Early and accurate diagnosis of febrile patients is essential to treat uncomplicated malaria cases properly, prevent severe malaria, and avert unnecessary anti-malarial treatments. Imprope