Publications by authors named "Jana Makhlouf"

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental disability that impairs the social communication and interaction of affected individuals and leads to restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests. ASD is genetically heterogeneous, with inheritable and de novo genetic variants in more than hundreds of genes contributing to the disease. However, these account for only around 20% of cases, while the molecular basis of the majority of cases remains unelucidated as of yet.

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Enterobacter cloacae complex (ECC) members are rapidly emerging as successful nosocomial pathogens, especially, with the emergence of carbapenem-resistant clones. In this study, we performed a comprehensive molecular characterization of a carbapenem-resistant E. hormaechei ssp.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Jana Makhlouf"

  • - Jana Makhlouf's recent research explores the genetic underpinnings of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), highlighting the complexity and genetic heterogeneity involved, as current known variants only explain approximately 20% of ASD cases.
  • - Makhlouf has also conducted significant studies on the molecular characteristics of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacter hormaechei, focusing on the co-harboring of resistance genes, which is critical for understanding emerging nosocomial pathogens.
  • - The combination of her work in both genetics related to ASD and antibiotic resistance illustrates her interdisciplinary focus on understanding complex biological systems and their implications for public health.