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Antimicrobial Resistance Research - Bacterial Genetics and Food Safety
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Steven Foley's research focuses on bacterial genetics and its implications for food safety, particularly in the context of antimicrobial resistance. His work investigates the genetic mechanisms underlying bacterial survival and proliferation, with a specific emphasis on pathogens relevant to foodborne illnesses.
Foley is a member of the ARA Academy, designated as an ARA Fellow, recognizing his contributions to the field of Microbiology & Food Safety. His research activities are situated within the broader domain of health sciences, exploring how microbial genetics impacts public health and food security. He has published research detailing the genetic makeup and resistance profiles of various bacterial species, contributing to a deeper understanding of how these organisms evolve and adapt.
ARA Academy 2018 ARA Fellow
Dr. Foley joined NCTR in 2009 after postdoctoral work with the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine. His research focuses on zoonotic diseases, food safety, microbial assessment of FDA-regulated products, and Salmonella virulence gene detection for foodborne outbreak investigation. He holds an adjunct professorship in Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Arkansas and was elected as a Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.
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Supports FDA food safety oversight and foodborne outbreak investigation, protecting Arkansas's food and agriculture sector through federal research.
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['Food Production & Integrative Health', 'Population Health Innovations & Clinical Research']
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