Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Karen Schlanger"
- Karen Schlanger's recent research primarily focuses on the emergence, evolution, and antimicrobial resistance of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, particularly in relation to its strains' susceptibility to antibiotics like azithromycin and ceftriaxone.
- Her studies include large-scale genomic analyses of gonococcal isolates collected from various surveillance projects across the United States, revealing complex phylogenetic relationships and highlighting the spread of resistant strains, underscoring the public health threat of untreatable gonorrhea.
- Schlanger's work also evaluates the effectiveness of local and federal public health responses to antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea through initiatives like the Strengthening the US Response to Resistant Gonorrhea program, aiming to enhance detection and response strategies for resistant infections.
