Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Annie Cowan"
- Annie Cowan's research primarily focuses on the roles of microbiomes in oral health and the disease progression of hematological disorders, particularly multiple myeloma and its precursor stages, providing insights into risk stratification and molecular characterization.
- In her study on dental caries, Cowan emphasizes how dietary carbohydrates and resultant acidity disrupt healthy microbial communities, leading to increased dental caries risk and progression to cavities.
- Her innovative MinimuMM-seq methodology enables the minimally invasive characterization of circulating tumor cells in patients with multiple myeloma, showcasing her commitment to advancing diagnostic methods in cancer care.