ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE OF ENTERIC BACTERIA

Objective

Identify basic mechanisms and selective pressures involved in evolution & transfer of antibiotic resistance genes in enteric nonpathogens & pathogens particularly in relation to cattle and swine. Analyze, at the molecular level, the pathogenesis, epidemiology, and antibiotic resistance of Salmonella typhimurium DT104 and related pathogens obtained from cattle and swine. Evaluate possible associations between antibiotic resistance and expression virulence determinants in bacterial pathogens.

Investigators

Stanton, Thaddeus

Institution

USDA - Agricultural Research Service

Start date

2001

End date

2005

Funding Source

Agricultural Research Service

Project number

3625-32000-054-00D

Accession number

404029