Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Heewon H Jeon"
- Heewon H Jeon's research primarily focuses on the pathogenesis and treatment of serious fungal infections, particularly mucormycosis and invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, which pose significant risks to immunocompromised patients.
- A key finding in Jeon's work includes the identification of anti-CotH3 antibodies that protect against mucormycosis by preventing fungal invasion and enhancing immune response mechanisms such as opsonophagocytosis.
- Jeon has also contributed to advancements in diagnostic methods for mucormycosis, developing a PCR-based approach targeting specific gene families that improves the early detection of this life-threatening infection, overcoming limitations of traditional diagnostic methods.
