Pulications

2025 Publications

Lopez-Perez, M., Seidu, Z., Larsen, M. D., Wang, W., Nouta, J., Wuhrer, M., Vidarsson, G., Ofori, M. F. & Hviid, L. (2025). Acquisition of Fc-afucosylation of PfEMP1-specific IgG is age-dependent and associated with clinical protection against malaria. Nature Communications, 16: 237. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-55543-w

Danso, E. E. A., Kumi, J., Aning, A., Hamidu, S., Ampofo, J., Adams, L., Asiamah, I., Armah, F. A., Nyarko, A. K. & Acheampong, D. O. (2025). Anti-cancer potential of hydroethanolic extracts of Kyllinga nemoralis: an in vitro and in-silico studies. Pharmacological Research-Natural Products, 6: 100161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prenap.2025.100161

Dugbartey, G. J., Alornyo, K. K., Adams, I., Adjei, S., Amoah, D. & Obeng-Kyeremeh, R. (2025). Chemoprotective Mechanism of Sodium Thiosulfate Against Cisplatin-Induced Nephrotoxicity Is via Renal Hydrogen Sulfide, Arginine/cAMP and NO/cGMP Signaling Pathways. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26: 384. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26010384

Ababio, B. A., Ashong, G. W., Agyekum, T. P., Yeboah, B. A., Nkansah, M. A., Hogarh, J. N., Commeh, M. K., Kwaansa-Ansah, E. E., Dabie, K., Adulley, F., Boansi, E., Sarbeng, L., Ababio, B. A., Boapea, M. S., Darko, N. K. O. & Appiah, M. K.(2025). Comprehensive health risk assessment of urban ambient air pollution (PM2. 5, NO2 and O3) in Ghana. Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 289: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.117591
Ofosu Appiah, F., Mahazu, S., Prah, I., Kawamura, T., Ota, Y., Nishikawa, Y., Yoshida, M., Suzuki, M., Hoshino, Y., Suzuki, T., Ishino, T., Ablordey, A. & Saito, R. (2025). Emergence of Carbapenem-Resistant bla POM-1 Harboring Pseudomonas otitidis Isolated from River Water in Ghana. Antibiotics, 14: 50. https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics14010050

Tawiah‐Mensah, C. N. L., Addo, S. O., Ansah‐Owusu, J., Malm, R. O. T., Salley, S. N., Koffi, M. C. A. A., Abudu, M., Ladzekpo, D., Oduro, D., Akorli, J. & Dadzie, S. K. (2025). Identification of Rickettsia species in cattle ticks in selected regions of urban Ghana. Medical and Veterinary Entomology, 1–5. https://doi.org/10.1111/mve.12789

Sumboh, J. G., Agyenkwa-Mawuli, K., Schwinger, E., Donkor, I. O., Akorli, J., Dwomoh, D., Ashong, Y., Osabutey, D., Ababio, F. O., Nusbaum, O., Humphries, D., Cappello, M., Koram, K. K., Kwofie, S. K. & Wilson, M. D. (2024). Investigating Environmental Determinants of Hookworm Transmission using GPS Tracking and Metagenomics Technologies. The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene: https://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.24-0384

Hanson, G., Adams, J., Kepgang, D. I. B., Zondagh, L. S., Bueh, L. T., Asante, A., Shirolkar, S. A., Kisaakye, M., Bondarwad, H. & Awe, O. I. (2024). Machine learning and molecular docking prediction of potential inhibitors against dengue virus. Frontiers in Chemistry, 12:1510029. https://doi.org/10.3389/fchem.2024.1510029
Debrah, I., Zhong, D., Machani, M. G., Nattoh, G., Ochwedo, K. O., Morang’a, C. M., Lee, M. C., Amoah, L. E., Githeko, A. K., Afrane, Y. A. & Yan, G. (2025).

Metabolic resistance to pyrethroids with possible involvement of non-coding ribonucleic acids in Anopheles funestus, the major malaria vector in western Kenya. BMC genomics, 26: 64. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-025-11260-2

Rojas, C. E. S., Sivakumar, T., Mumbi, N. N. M., Ahedor, B., Valinotti, M. F. R., Acosta, T. J. & Yokoyama, N. (2025). Molecular epidemiological survey of Babesia species infecting cattle in Paraguay. Veterinary Parasitology: Regional Studies and Reports, 57: 101162. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vprsr.2024.101162

Asare, G. A., Dagadu, P., Adjei, S., Asiedu, B., Takaeidza, S., Naidoo, V., Amoah, B., Orabueze, I. C. & Bugyei, K., (2025). Rauwolfia vomitoria-a Promising Medical Plant for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Management; Yet with Challenges. Phytomedicine Plus, 5: 100739. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phyplu.2025.100739

Puplampu, P., Baah, J. K., Afoduo, K. O., Adjei, B. A., Abaidoo-Myles, A., Davila-Roman, V. G., Kyei, G. B. & Ahorlu, C. S. (2025). The impact of COVID-19 on HIV care: a comprehensive analysis of patient and healthcare providers experiences at the largest HIV treatment center in Ghana. BMC health services research, 25: 28. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-024-12193-4

Vicar, E. K., Simpson, S. V., Mensah, G. I., Addo, K. K. & Donkor, E. S. (2025). Yaws in Africa: Past, Present and Future. Diseases, 13: 14. https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases13010014

Boateng, C. A., Afatodzie, M. S., McLure, A., Kwansa-Bentum, B., & de Souza, D. K. (2025). Lymphatic filariasis transmission 10 years after stopping mass drug administration in the Gomoa West District of Ghana. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 28:107812. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2025.107812

Hadermann, A., Jada, S. R., Lubbers, C., Amaral, L. J., Biamonte, M., de Souza, D. K., Bol, Y. Y., Fodjo, J. N. S. & Colebunders, R. (2025). A Novel Biplex Onchocerca volvulus Rapid Diagnostic Test Evaluated Among 3-to 9-Year-Old Children in Maridi, South Sudan. Diagnostics, 15(5): 563. https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15050563

Nketia, R. I., Desmond, N., Forkuo, A. D., Asante-Kwatia, E., Zoiku, F. K., Mensah, M. L. K. & Komlaga, G. (2025). Antimalarial activity of the aqueous extract and anthraquinones from the root of Senna siamea (LAM) H.S. Irwin & Barneby (Fabaceae). Scientific African, 27: e02579. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2025.e02579

Gborsong, C., Asare, G.A., Ngala, R.A., Obirikorang, C., Ablakwa, J., Asiedu, B., Adjei, S., Afriyie, O., Afriyie, D., Hossain, M., Pervin, M., Alam, M., Akter, A. & Rahman, M. H. (2025). Assessing the Safety of Combined Therapy, Croton membranaceus and Tamsulosin, in the Self‐Prescribed Treatment Protocol for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Journal of Toxicology, 2025: 5574491. https://doi.org/10.1155/jt/5574491

Zumla, A., Sahu, S., Yeboah-Manu, D., Goletti, D., Nyasulu, P. S., Mfinanga, S., Shilalukey-Ngoma, M., Ntoumi, F., Rodriguez-Morales, A. J., Everett, D. B. and Kamarulzaman, A. & Hui, D. S. (2025). Breaking dependency: strengthening the global tuberculosis response in the face of USAID cuts. The Lancet. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)00335-6.

Fischer, C., Maponga, T. G., Yadouleton, A., Abílio, N., Aboce, E., Adewumi, P., Afonso, P., Akorli, J., Andriamandimby, S. F., Anga, L., Ashong, Y. et al (2025). Emergence and spread of the SARS-CoV-2 omicron (BA. 1) variant across Africa: an observational study. The Lancet Global Health, 13(2): e256-e267.

Amekpor, F., Osei-Mensah, C., Adjieteh, N. A., Dok-Yen, E. N. & Salamu, M. B. (2025). Exploring Psycho-Social Factors Influencing Exclusive Breastfeeding: Lived Experiences of First Time Mothers at Salaga Municipal Hospital, Savannah Region in Ghana. International Journal of Public Health, 70:1607542. https://doi.org/10.3389/ijph.2025.1607542

Boateng, C. A., Afatodzie, M. S., McLure, A., Kwansa-Bentum, B., & de Souza, D. K. (2025). Lymphatic filariasis transmission 10 years after stopping mass drug administration in the Gomoa West District of Ghana. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 107790. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2025.107790

Debsikréo, N., Dehainsala, M., Debsikréo, O., Leye, N., Lo, G., Dia, A., Flore, M. N. B., Diaw, N. A., Diouf, N. D., Otchere, I. D., Toyé, R.M., Chemin, I., Moussa, A. M., Toure-Kane, N. C. & Lunel-Fabiani, F. (2025). Prevalence and molecular characterization of hepatitis delta virus infection among hepatitis B virus surface antigen positive students and pregnant women in N’djamena, Chad. IJID regions, 14: 100560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijregi.2024.100560

Opoku-Agyeman, P., Ameyaw, P., Bruku, S., Addo, G. O., Tetteh, G., Baafi, E., Asare, S. K., Frimpong, A. F., Adu-Poku, S., Matrevi, S. A., Duah-Quashie, N. O. & Tandoh, K. Z. (2025). Prevalence of pathogenic genetic variants associated with familial hypercholesterolemia in Ghanaian children. Aspects of Molecular Medicine: 100067. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amolm.2025.100067

Bernard, O. A., Arthur, S. E., Aminu, M., Bonney, E. Y., Abdul-Azeez, A. A., Chofong, G. N., Kafintu-Kwashie, A., Sabeta, C. T., Yassin, A. A. & Adiku, T. A. (2025). Advancing the Frontiers of Virology in Africa: The African Virologists Network’s Mission and Progress. Virology: 110469. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.virol.2025.110469

Ndang, N. H., Mengnjo, N. C., Netongo, P. M., Soniran, O. T., Chu, C. E., Chiabi, E., Amambua-Ngwa, A. & Cheng, N. I. (2025). Malaria case management over 15 years (2006–2021) in Jakiri North-West Region Cameroon. Frontiers in Malaria, 3:1518778. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmala.2025.1518778

Korsah, S., Nortey, N. N. D., Apenteng, J. A., Zoiku, F. K.,Korsah, J., Tagoe, M., Mintah, D. N., Boamah-Danso, N. A., Perry, K. & Antwi, P. (2025). In vitro antiplasmodial activity of six plants against chloroquine-sensitive and resistant strains of Plasmodium falciparum. Journal of Pharmacy, 5(1): 46–56. https://doi.org/10.31436/jop.v5i1.319

Opare, J. L., de Souza, D. K., Alomatu, B., Mensah, E., Nyarko, E., Asiedu, O., Saare, J., Brown-Davies, C., Dzathor, I. D., Kabore, A. & Mensah, E. O. (2025). Confirmatory mapping for lymphatic filariasis in districts previously considered non-endemic in Ghana. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 24: 107801. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2025.107801

Karutu, C., Ansumana, R., de Souza, D. K., Njenga, S., Coulibaly, Y. I., Lee, S. S. & Bockarie, M. J. (2025). Towards elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases: Strengthening partnerships, fostering collaboration, and promoting country ownership. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 20: 107790. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2025.107790

Agbozo, W. K., Solomon, W., Lekpor, C. E., Erskine, I. J., Oguljahan, B., Bashi, A., Harbuzariu, A., Driss, A., Adjei, S., Paemka, L., Ofori-Acquah, S. F., & Stiles, J. K. (2025). Hydroxyurea Mitigates Heme-Induced Inflammation and Kidney Injury in Humanized Sickle Cell Mice. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26(7): 3214. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26073214

Ayettey- Adamafio, M. N. B., Tormeti, D., Ndanu, T. A., Nartey, N. O., Kusi, K. A., Kyei-Baafour, E., & Hewlett, S. (2025). Determination of Salivary Lactoferrin Levels Before and After Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment in Patients with Aggressive Periodontitis: Salivary Lactoferrin in Aggressive Periodontitis. Postgraduate Medical Journal of Ghana, 14(1): 16–21. https://doi.org/10.60014/pmjg.v14i1.390

Appiedu-Addo, S. N. A., Appeaning, M., Magomere, E., Ansa, G. A., Bonney, E. Y. & Quashie, P. K. (2025) The urgent need for newer drugs in routine HIV treatment in Africa: the case of Ghana. Frontiers in Epidemiology, 5:1523109. https://doi.org/10.3389/fepid.2025.1523109

Osei-Wusu, S., Asare, P., Danso, E. K., Asogun, D., Otchere, I. D., Asante-Poku, A., & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2025). Addressing key risk factors hindering tuberculosis control activities in West Africa-progress in meeting the UN sustainable development goals. IJID Regions, 14: 100594. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijregi.2025.100594

Asante-Poku, A., Boateng, D., Bonsu, C., Yussif, M., Ansa, G., & Hayibor, K. M. (2025). Etiological Surveillance of Vaginal Discharge and Associated Risk Factors among Young Female Students Presenting to a University Clinic in Ghana. Advances in Microbiology, 15(3): 137-151. https://doi.org/10.4236/aim.2025.153011

Lomotey, E. S., Akorli, J., Opoku, M., Odumang, D. A., Nketia, K., Gyekye, E. F., Sedzro, K. M., Andoh, N. E., Ashong, Y., Abuaku, B., Koram, K. A. & Donkor, I. O. (2025). Evaluation of SARS-CoV-2 Seroprevalence and Variant Distribution During the Delta–Omicron Transmission Waves in Greater Accra, Ghana, 2021. Viruses, 17: 487. https://doi.org/10.3390/v17040487

Boateng, A.T., Aboagye, J. O., Lamptey, H., Abana, C. Z-Y., Abaidoo-Myles, A., Quansah, D. N. K., Agyemang, S., Awuku-Larbi, Y., Ansa, G., Oliver-Commey, J., Ganu, V., Kyei, G. B., Puplampu, P. & Bonney, E.Y. (2025) Factors affecting viral suppression or rebound in people living with HIV and receiving antiretroviral therapy in Ghana. Frontiers in Public Health 13:1508793. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1508793

Prunas, O., Asare, E. O., Sajewski, E., Li, Y., Pithawala, Z., Weinberger, D. M., Warren, J. L., Armah, G. E., Cunliffe, N. A., Iturriza-Gómara, M., Lopman, B. A. & Pitzer, V. E. (2025) . Global estimates of rotavirus vaccine efficacy and effectiveness: a rapid review and meta-regression analysis. E Clinical Medicine, 81: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eclinm.2025.103122

Sanuade, O. A., Okoibhole, L. O., Dankyi, E. K.,Strachan, D., Baatiema, L., Kushitor, S. B., Awuah, R. B., Kushitor, M. K., Amon, S., Kretchy, I. A., Arhinful, D., Fottrell, E. & Vaughan, M. (2025). Three lessons on diabetes for global health professionals, researchers and policy-makers from the people of Ga Mashie. Frontiers in Nutrition, 12:1534450. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1534450

   38. Mensah, B. A., Mensah-Brown, H. E., Partey, F. D., Addo, C., Buah, G., Afudego, G. A., Okyere, D., Tetteh, M., Boateng, E., Wilson, M. & Paintsil, E. (2025). Identifying risk factors for loss to follow-up in adults living with HIV in a high-burden district in Ghana. BMC Public Health, 25: 1042. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-22254-w.

   39. Zumla, A., Sahu, S., Ditiu, L., Singh, U., Park, Y.J., Yeboah-Manu, D., Osei-Wusu, S., Asogun, D., Nyasulu, P., Tembo, J., Kapata, N., Alyaqoubi, F., Al Maani, A., Blumberg, L., Zumla, A., Ahmed, R., Go, U., Hui, D. S., Goletti, D. & Petersen, E. (2025). Inequities underlie the alarming resurgence of Tuberculosis as the world’s top cause of death from an Infectious Disease-Breaking the silence and addressing the underlying root causes. IJID Regions, 14: 100587. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijregi.2025.100587

   40. Adjaye-Gbewonyo, K., Kretchy, I. A., Baatiema, L., Grijalva-Eternod, C. S., Sanuade, O. A., Amon, S., Haghparast-Bidgoli, H., Awuah, R. B., Lule, S. A., Mensah, S. K., Kushitor, S. B., Arhinful, D. K. &  Fottrell, E. (2025). Non-communicable diseases, psychosocial wellbeing, and quality of life in Ga Mashie, Accra, Ghana: analysis from a community-based cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health, 25: 1059. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-22227-z

   41. Obodai, E., Terstappen, J., Mensah, J. Y., Versnel, A., Antwi, C. N., Bont, L. J., Cianci, D., Delemarre, E. M., Odoom, J. K., van de Ven, P. M. & Mazur, N. I. (2025). Proof-of-principle of a technology transfer of a dried blood virus neutralisation assay to a Gavi-eligible country. BMJ Global Health, 10: e016916. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjgh-2024-016916
 
   42. Appiedu-Addo, S. N. A., Appeaning, M., Magomere, E., Ansa, G. A., Bonney, E. Y., & Quashie, P. K. (2025). The urgent need for newer drugs in routine HIV treatment in Africa: the case of Ghana. Frontiers in Epidemiology, 5: 1523109. https://doi.org/10.3389/fepid.2025.1523109
 
Adams, I., Adi-Dako, O., Appiah-Opong, R., Ofori-Attah, E., Aning, A., Ofori, E. K., Nyankson, E. & Amponsah, S. K. (2025). In Vitro Anticancer Activities of Curcumin‐Loaded Copper Oxide–Halloysite Nanotubes Composite. Journal of Nanotechnology, 2025: https://doi.org/10.1155/jnt/7535486
 
   44. Fokou, P. V. T., Pone, B. K., Appiah‐Oppong, R., Ngouana, V., Bakarnga‐Via, I., Ntieche Woutouoba, D. N., Donkeng, V. F. D., Yamthe, L. R. T., Boyom, F. F., Ateşşahin, D. A., Sharifi‐Rad, J. & Calina, D. (2025). An Update on Antitumor Efficacy of Catechins: From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Applications. Food Science & Nutrition, 13: e70169. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.70169
 
   45. de Souza, D. K., Sumboh, J. G., Laryea, N. A., Asiedu, O., Alomatu, B., Mensah, S. K., Otchere, J., Opare, J. L. & Ahorlu, C. S. (2025). Beyond business as usual for lymphatic filariasis mass drug administration in hotspot districts. International Health, 0: 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1093/inthealth/ihaf039
 
   46. de Souza, D. K. & Bockarie, M. J. (2025). Current perspectives in the epidemiology and control of lymphatic filariasis. Clinical Microbiology Reviews: e00126-23. https://doi.org/10.1128/cmr.00126-23
 
47. Kretchy, J. P., Asiamah, J. J., Dumevi, C.Y., Oli, A. N., Ayi, I., Dzodzomenyo, M. & Ayeh-Kumi, P. F. (2025). Exposure Pathways to Faecal Pollution in Urban Environments, Health Implications, and the Adoption of One-Health Mitigation Strategies in Low-and Middle-Income Countries ed. In Urban Pollution – Environmental Challenges in Healthy Modern Cities. IntechOpen. https://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.1007149.
 
   48. Aworh, M. K., Lawal, O. U., Egyir, B., & Hendriksen, R. S. (2025). In silico genomic insights into bacteriophages infecting ESBL-producing Escherichia coli from human, animal, and environmental sources. BMC microbiology, 25: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12866-025-03913-9
 
49. Teiko, D. A., N’guessan, B. B., Adinortey, M. B., Iheagwara, I. B., Amponsah, S. K., Seidu, M. A., Appiah-Opong, R. & Asiedu-Gyekye, I. J. (2025). In vivo assessment of chronic, genotoxic, and reproductive toxicity of a combination of Termitomyces schimperi (Lyophillacea) and kaolin. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 3478: 119739. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jep.2025.119739
 
50. Asante-Poku, A., Bonsu, C., Antwi, E. A., Yussif, M., & Afaa, T. (2025). Microbial Biodiversity of Gastrointestinal Microbiome of Preterm Infants during the First Month of Life. Advances in Microbiology, 15(4): 201-216. https://doi.org/10.4236/aim.2025.154015
 
51. Asante-Poku, A., Yamoah, J. A. A., Ahiabor, P., Bonsu, C., Adjei, V., Salifu, S. & Mogre, J. W. S. (2025). Microbial Safety of Milk from Small-Scale Dairy Farms in Northern Ghana. Advances in Microbiology, 15(4): 163-180. https://doi.org/10.4236/aim.2025.154013
 
    52. Wei, X., Brashear, A., Siddiqui, F., Agyekum, G., Lucky, A., Chim-Ong, A., Afrane, Y., Miao, J., Wang, C., Amoah, L. & Cui, L. (2025). Plasmodium falciparum genetic diversity and multiplicity of infection in northern and southern Ghana assessed by amplicon sequencing. Infection, Genetics and Evolution, 131: 105754. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.meegid.2025.105754
 
    53. Bockarie, M. J., de Souza, D. K., Ansumana, R., Ladzekpo, D., Ramaiah, K. D., Karutu, C. & Lee, S.S. (2025). The changing funding landscape for infectious disease research and control: implications for resource-limited countries. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 154: 107868. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2025.107868
 
   54. Akowuah, K. A., Ofori, M. S., Pratt, D., Abankwa, A., Bonney, E. Y., Enimil, N., Odei, E., Asigbee, T. W., Laryea, D., Ketorwoley, P., Amaning, J. N. D. A., Boapea, M. S., Bour, S., Ohene, S-A., Avevor, P., Odoom, J. K., Asiedu-Bekoe, F., Kuma-Aboagye, P., Kasolo, F. C., Abuaku, B., Yeboah-Manu, D. & Bonney, J. H. K. (2025). The epidemiology of Lassa fever in Ghana: a study on the 2023 Lassa fever outbreak in Ghana. Frontiers in Public Health, 13: 1542842. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1542842
 
   55. Tetteh, P., Danso, E. K., Osei-Wusu, S., Yeboah-Manu, D. & Asare, P. (2025). The role of metformin in tuberculosis control among TB and diabetes mellitus comorbid individuals. Frontiers in Microbiology, 16: 1549572. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2025.1549572
 
    56. Dumevi, C. Y., Aryee, I. N. A., Baddoo, P. N. A., Asiamah, J. J., Vicar, E. K., Kretchy, J-P., Dayie, N. T. K. D., Kyei, G. B., Tetteh-Quarcoo, P. B., Ayi, I. & Ayeh-Kumi, P. F. (2025). Human Giardiasis in Ghana- A Scoping Review of Studies From 2004 to 2024. Health Science Reports, 8:e70822. https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.70822

2024 Publications


Abbiw, R. K., Mensah, G. I., Adabie-Gomez, D. A., Asare-Dompreh, K., Clement-Owusu, S., Adjei, V. Y., Simpson, S. V., Ahmed, M. A. & Johnson, S. A. (2024). Seroprevalence of Q fever (Coxiella burnetii) in Sheep in the Kwahu West Municipality, Eastern Region, Ghana. Heliyon, 10: e33009. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e33009
 
Abdelrahman, D. N., Abdullahi, F. L., Abdu-Raheem, F., Abicher, L. T., Adelaiye, H., Badjie, A., Bah, A., Bista, K. P., Bont, L. J., Boom, T. T., Buck, W.C., Mussá, T., Nair, H., Nyan, O., Obodai, E., Olorukooba, A. O., …& ICU Newwork Collaborators. (2024). Respiratory syncytial virus infection among children younger than 2 years admitted to a paediatric intensive care unit with extended severe acute respiratory infection in ten Gavi-eligible countries: the RSV GOLD—ICU Network study. The Lancet Global Health. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2214-109X(24)00269-9
 
Aboagye, F. T., Annison, L., Hackman, H. K., Acquah, M. E., Ashong, Y., Owusu-Frimpong, I., Egyam, B. C., Annison, S., Osei-Adjei, G. & Antwi-Baffour, S. (2024). Comparative evaluation of RT-PCR and antigen-based rapid diagnostic tests (Ag-RDTs) for SARS-CoV-2 detection: performance, variant specificity, and clinical implications. Microbiology Spectrum, 12(6): e00073-24. https://doi.org/10.1128/spectrum.00073-24
 
Abuaku, B., de Souza, D. K., Kyei-Baafour, E., Kusi, K. A., Ofori, M. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Seventh Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research: Malaria Control and Elimination. Ghana Medical Journal, 58 (2):10-12. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gmj.v58i2s.4
 
Adams, L., Obiri-Yeboah, D., Afiadenyo, M., Hamidu, S., Aning, A., Ehun, E., Shiels, K., Joshi, A., Sakyimah, M. M., Kusi, K. A., Ayi, I., Bennett, M. M. & Moane, S. (2024). An In vitro and in silico investigation of the antitrypanosomal activities of the stem bark extracts of Anopyxis klaineana (Pierre) Engl. Heliyon, 10: e28025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28025
 
Adams, N. N. K., Ahorlu, C. S., de Souza, D. K. & Aikins, M. (2024). Modelling the cost of engage &treat and test & treat strategies towards the elimination of lymphatic filariasis in Ghana. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 18(5): e0012213. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0012213
 
Addo, S. O., Amoah, S., Unicorn, N. M., Kyeremateng, E. T., Desewu, G., Obuam, P. K., Malm, R. O. T., Osei-Frempong, E., Torto, F. A., Accorlor, S. K., Baidoo, P. K., Dadzie, S. K. & Larbi, J. A. (2024). Molecular Detection of Tick‐Borne Pathogens in Kumasi: With a First Report of Zoonotic Pathogens in Abattoir Workers. BioMed Research International, 2024(1): 4848451. https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/4848451
 
Addo, S. O., Bentil, R. E., Addae, C. A., Baako, B. O., Yartey, K. N., AnsahOwusu‑, J., TawiahMensah‑, C. N. L., Agbodzi, B., Kumordjie, S., Yeboah, C., Asoala, V., Dunford, J. C., Larbi, J. A., Baidoo, P. K., Wilson, M. D., Diclaro II, J. W. & Dadzie, S. K. (2024). Molecular identification of CrimeanCongo‑ haemorrhagic fever virus in Hyalomma rufipes and Amblyomma variegatum in the Upper East Region of Ghana. Archives of Virology, 169: 62. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-024-05983-y
 
Addo, S. O., Bentil, R. E., Baako, B. O. A., Ansah-Owusu, J., Tawiah-Mensah, C. N. L., Behene, E., Asoala, V., Dunford, J. C., Larbi, J. A., Baidoo, P. K., Wilson, M. D., Diclaro II, J. W. & Dadzie, S. K. (2024). Spatial and Seasonal Patterns of Tick Infestations in Kassena-Nankana Livestock. Hindawi Veterinary Medicine International, 2024: e8889907. https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/8889907.
 
Addo, S. O., Bentil, R. E., Mosore, M. T., Behene, E., Adinkrah, J., Tagoe, J., Yeboah, C., Baako, B. O. A., Atibila, D., Kwarteng, S. A., Poku-Asante, K., Owusu‑Darbo, E., Asoala, V., Mingle, D. L., Nyarko, E. O., Fox, A. T., Letizia, A. G., William II, J. D., Nimo‑Paintsil, S., Harwood, J. F. & Dadzie, S. K. (2024). Risk factors affecting the feeding site predilection of ticks on cattle in Ghana. Experimental and Applied Acarology, 92(4): 835-850. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10493-024-00906-7
 
Adjei-Hinneh, G., Zoiku, F. K., Asante-Kwatia, E. & Mensah, A. Y. (2024). In vitro and in vivo evaluation of the antimalarial, anti-inflammatory and free radical scavenging potentials of the hydro-alcoholic leaf extract of Microdesmis puberula F. ex Planch (Pandaceae). Vegetos. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42535-024-01056-2.
 
Adu-Gyamfi R, Enos JY, Yeboah K, Shabanova V, Hawley N, Alangea Ogum D, Agyei Nkansah A, Paintsil E, Torpey K. (2024) Screening for Hypertension in adolescents living with HIV: Protocol for a cluster randomized trial to improve guideline adherence. PLoS ONE 19(5): e0302016.https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.Pone.0302016 (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2542519624000937)
 
Adusei-Poku MA, Oppong-Atuahene M, Darban I, Duker EO, Nyarko J, Ntim NA, Commey JO, Sagoe KW, Asante IA. Presence of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater from handwash stations in selected facilities in Ghana. Health Sciences Investigations Journal. 2024 Jul 29;6(1):757-61.
 
Afful, P., Abotsi, G. K., Adu-Gyamfi, C. O., Benyem, G., Katawa, G., Kyei, S., Arndts, K., Ritter,M., Asare, K. K. (2024). Schistosomiasis–Microbiota Interactions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Pathogens, 13: 906. https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens13100906.
 
Afrane, A. K., Alhassan, Y., Amoah, L. E., Nyarko, M. Y., Addo-Lartey, A., Paintsil, E. & Torpey, K. (2024). Asymptomatic malaria parasitaemia and virological non-suppression among children living with HIV in a low transmission area in Accra, Ghana: a cross-sectional study. BMC Infectious Diseases, 24(1): 1144. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-09974-x
 
Agbemabiese, C. A., Dennis, F. E., Lartey, B. L., Damanka, S. A., Nakagomi, T., Nakagomi, O. & Armah, G. E. (2024).Whole Genome Sequences of the Wildtype AU-1 Rotavirus A Strain: The Prototype of the AU-1-like Genotype Constellation. Viruse, 16(10):1529. https://doi.org/10.3390/v16101529
 
Ahiabor, C., Courtin, D., Anyan, W., Mama, A., Frempong, N. A., Kusi, K. A., Ofori, M. F., Adu, B., Atuguba, B.H., Ayensu, K.S., Lawson, B.W., Anang, A. K. & Ndam, N. T. (2024). Antenatal care attendance, intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy, and malaria knowledge: A cross-sectional study in government and private district hospitals. Global Health Economics and Sustainability, 2(2): 2336. https://doi.org/10.36922/ghes.2336
 
Ahortor, E. K., Gwira, T. M., Mahazu, S., Erber, A. C. & Ablordey, A. (2024) Evaluation of an electricity independent method for IS2404 Loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) diagnosis of Buruli ulcer in resource-limited settings. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 18(8): e0012338. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0012338
 
Aidoo, E. K., Aboagye, F. T., Agginie, G. E., Botchway, F. A., Osei-Adjei, G., Appiah, M., Takyi, R. D., Sakyi, S. A., Amoah, L., Arthur, G., Lawson, B. W., Asmah, R. H., Boateng, P., Ansah, O. & Krogfelt, K. A. (2024). Malaria elimination in Ghana: recommendations for reactive case detection strategy implementation in a low endemic area of Asutsuare, Ghana. Malaria Journal, 23: 5. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-023-04792-z.
 
Aidoo, E. K., Aboagye, F. T., Arthur, G., Appiah, M., Botchway, F. A., Osei-Adjei, G., Appiah, S. K., Baidoo, A. A., Sakyi, S. A., Amoah, L., Asmah, R. H., Lawson, B. W. & Krogfelt, K. A. (2024). Implementation of reactive case detection strategy recommendations towards malaria elimination in the Shai Osudoku district of Ghana. Discover Public Health, 21: 199. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12982-024-00332-5
 
Ajayi OM, Susanto EE, Wang L, Kennedy J, Ledezma A,  Harris  A, Smith ES, Chakraborty S, Wynne NE, Sylla M, Akorli J, Otoo S, Rose NH, Vinauger C, Benoit JB. Intra-species quantification reveals differences in activity and sleep levels in the yellow fever mosquito, Aedes aegypti. Med Vet Entomol 2024, 38:482–494. doi:1111/mve.12747
 
Akorli, E. A., Andoh, N. E., Egyirifa, R. K., Dorcoo, C., Otoo, S., Tetteh, S. N., Pul, R. M., Sackitey, D. B., Oware, S. K., Dadzie, S. K. & Akorli, J. (2024). Mosquito breeding water parameters are important determinants for Microsporidia MB in the aquatic stages of Anopheles species. Parasites & Vectors, 17: 509. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-024-06596-9
 
Akorli, J., Opoku, M., Appiah-Twum, F., Akpo, M. S., Ismail, R. Y., Boamah, G. Y. K., Obeng-Aboagye, E., Adu-Asamoah, D. & Donkor, I. O. ( 2024). High abundance of butyrate-producing bacteria in the naso-oropharynx of SARS-CoV-2-infected persons in an African population: implications for low disease severity. BMC Infectious Diseases, 24: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-09948-z .
 
Akuoko, O. K., Dhikrullahi, S. B., Hinne, I. A., Mohammed, A. R., Owusu-Asenso, C. M., Coleman, S., Dadzie, S. K., Kyerematen, R., Boakye, D. A., Wilson, M. D. & Afrane, Y.A. (2024). Biting behaviour, spatio-temporal dynamics, and the insecticide resistance status of malaria vectors in different ecological zones in Ghana. Parasites & Vectors, 17(1): 16. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-023-06065-9.
 
Alamdo, A. G., Debelle, F. A., Gatheru, P. M., Manu, A., Enos, J. Y., & Yirtaw, T. G. (2024). Youth-friendly health service in Ethiopia: Assessment of care friendliness and user’s satisfaction. Plos one, 19(7): e0307142. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0307142
 
Amengor, C. D. K., Biniyam, P. D., Brobbey, A. A., Kekessie, F. K., Zoiku, F. K., Hamidu, S., Gyan, P. & Abudey, B. M. (2024). N-Substituted Phenylhydrazones Kill the Ring Stage of Plasmodium falciparum. BioMed Research International, 2024: 697728, https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/6697728
 
Amer, S. A., Zaitoun, N. A., Abdelsalam, H. A., Abbas, A., Ramadan, M. S., Ayal, H. M., Ba-Gais, S. E. A., Basha, N. M., Allahham, A., Agyenim, E. B. & Al-Shroby, W. A. (2024). Exploring predictors and prevalence of postpartum depression among mothers: Multinational study. BMC Public Health, 24:1308. https://doi.org/10.1186%2Fs12889-024-18502-0.
 
Amoah, L. E., Cheng, N. I., Acquah, F. K., Adu-Amankwah, S., Bredu, D. G., Mensah, B. A., Anang, S. F., Abban, B.C., Busayomi, A., Kwarpong, S. S., Tey, P. K., Cudjoe, E., Asamoah, A., Holden, T. M., Gerardin, J., Nonvignon, J. & Ahorlu, C. (2024). Diagnostic performance of an ultra-sensitive RDT and a conventional RDT in malaria mass testing, treatment and tracking interventions in southern Ghana. Parasites & Vectors, 17: 280. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-024-06354-x
 
Amoah, S., Unicorn, N. M., Kyeremateng, E. T., Desewu, G., Obuam, P. K., Malm, R. O. T., Osei‐Frempong, E., Torto, F. A., Accorlor, S. K., Boampong, K., Kwarteng, S. A., Addo, S. O. & Larbi, J. A. (2024). Ticks and tick‐borne pathogens in selected abattoirs and a slaughter slab in Kumasi, Ghana. Veterinary medicine and science, 10(5): e70030. https://doi.org/10.1002/vms3.70030
 
Amoakoh, H. B., De Kok, B. C., Yevoo, L. L., Olde Loohuis, K. M., Srofenyoh, E. K., Arhinful, D. K., Koi-Larbi, K., Adu-Bonsaffoh, K., Amoakoh-Coleman, M. & Browne, J. L. (2024). Co-creation of a toolkit to assist risk communication and clinical decision-making in severe preeclampsia: SPOT-Impact study design. Global Health Action, 17(1): 2336314. https://doi.org/10.1080/16549716.2024.2336314
 
Amoakoh-Coleman, M., Kyei-Baafour, E., Kusi, K. A., Ofori, M., de Souza, D. K. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Seventh Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research: Health Systems Research. Ghana Medical Journal, 58 (2): 7-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gmj.v58i2s.3
 
Amon, S., Aikins, M., Haghparast-Bidgoli, H., Kretchy, I. A., Arhinful, D. K., Baatiema, L., Awuah, R. B., Asah-Ayeh, V., Sanuade, O. A., Kushitor, S. B., Mensah, S. K., Kushitor, M. K., Grijalva‑Eternod, C., Blandford, A., Jennings, H., Koram, K., Antwi, P., Gray, E. & Fottrell, E. (2024). Household economic burden of type-2 diabetes and hypertension comorbidity care in urban-poor Ghana: a mixed methods study. BMC health services research, 24: 1028. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-024-11516-9
 
Ansah-Owusu, J., Addo, S. O., Tawiah-Mensah, C. N. L., Obuam, P. K., Malm, R. O. T., Yartey, K. N., Yanney, J. N., Torto, F. A., Accorlor, S. K. & Dadzie, S. K. ( 2024). Tick-borne pathogens of zoonotic and veterinary importance in cattle ticks in Ghana. Parasitology Research, 123(1): 44. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00436-023-08071-3.
 
Arthur, M. N., Bebla, K., Broni, E., Ashley, C., Velazquez, M., Hua, X., Radhakrishnan, R., Kwofie, S. K. & Miller, W. A. (2024). Design of Inhibitors That Target the Menin–Mixed-Lineage Leukemia Interaction. Computation, 12(1): 3 https://doi.org/10.3390/computation12010003.
 
Aryee, G. K., Arko-Boham, B., Antwi, N. E., Nsaful, J., Asamoah, P. M., Santa, S., Quaye, O., Obiri, D. & Tagoe, E.A. (2024). Serum Lactate Dehydrogenase as a Potential Predictive Index of Chemotherapy Response in Breast Cancer Patients. Health Sciences Investigations Journal, 5(1): 654-659. https://doi.org/10.46829/hsijournal
 
Asamoah, I., Adusei-Poku, M., Vandyck-Sey, P., Steele-Dadzie, A., Kuffour, A. S., Turkson, A., Asante, I. A., Addo-Osafo, K., Mohktar, Q., Adu, B., Afrane, Y. A. & Sagoe, K. W. C. (2024). COVID-19 in patients presenting with malaria-like symptoms at a primary healthcare facility in Accra, Ghana. PLoS ONE, 19(2): e0298088. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal. pone.0298088
 
Asandem, D. A., Segbefia, S. P., Kusi, K. A., & Bonney, J. H. K. (2024). Hepatitis B Virus Infection: A Mini Review. Viruses, 16(5): 724. https://doi.org/10.3390/v16050724
 
Asante IA, Nyarko SO, Awuku-Larbi Y, Obeng RA, Sarpong GM, Amenuvor EA, Adusei-Poku M, Boatemaa L, Magnusen V, Wutsika J, Ago S. Decreased influenza activity during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana, 2020. Frontiers in Public Health. 2024 Jan 16;11:1290553.
 
Asante, I. A., Lwanga, C. N., Takyi, C., Sekyi-Yorke, A. N., Quarcoo, J. A., Odikro, M. A., Kploanyi, E. E., Donkor, I. O., Addo–Lartey, A., Duah, N. A., Odumang, D. A., Lomotey, E. S., Boatemaa, L., Kwasah, L., Nyarko, S. O., Affram, Y., Asiedu-Bekoe, F. & Kenu, E. (2024). Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Variants Imported Through Land Borders at the Height of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Ghana, 2022. Cureus, 16(8): e68220. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.68220
 
Asante-Poku, A., Sakyi, S., Darko, I. N. K., Asare, P., Osei-Wusu, S., Bonsu, C., Yeboah-Manu, D. & Otchere, I. D. (2024) Microbial Quality Assessment of Locally Produced Millet Drink “Lamugin” and Hibiscus sabdariffa Calyxes Extract Beverage “Sobolo” in Accra, Ghana. Advances in Microbiology , 14: 544-554. https://doi.org/10.4236/aim.2024.1410037
 
Asare, E. O., Al-Mamun, M. A., Armah, G. E., Lopman, B. A., & Pitzer, V. E. (2024). Impact of dosing schedules on performance of rotavirus vaccines in Ghana. Science Advances, 10(50): eadn4176. https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.adn4176
 
Asare, K. K., Agrah, B., Ofori‑Acquah, F. S., Kudzi, W., Aryee, N. A. & Amoah, L. E. (2024). Immune responses to P falciparum antibodies in symptomatic malaria patients with variant hemoglobin genotypes in Ghana. BMC Immunology, 25:14. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12865-024-00607-1
 
Asare, K. K., Azumah, D. E., Adu-Gyamfi, C. O., Opoku, Y. K., Adela, E. M., Afful, P., Abotsi, G. K., Abban, E. A., Duntu, P. E., Anyamful, A., Moses, A. B., Botchway, E., Mwintige, P., Kyei, S., Amoah, L. & Ekuman, E. O. (2024). Comparison of microscopic and xpert MTB diagnoses of presumptive mycobacteria tuberculosis infection: retrospective analysis of routine diagnosis at Cape Coast Teaching Hospital. BMC Infectious Diseases, 24(1):1-10.  https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-09566-9
 
Asare, K. K., Kwapong, S. S., Tey, P., Sackey, V., Nuvor, S.V. & Amoah, L. E. (2024). Plasmodium Falciparum and mosquito vector IgG patterns across suspected malaria cases in Ghana. BMC Infectious Diseases, 24: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-10248-9
 
Ativi, L. A. E., Adusei-Poku, M., Boateng, W., Owusu-Nyantantakyi, C., Danso, J. K., Oclu, A., Bortey, A., Amuasi, G. R., Tabi, B. K. A., Paintsil, E., Torpey, K., Dayie, N. D. & Egyir, B. (2024). Antibiotic resistance and draft genome profiles of 10 Streptococcus pneumoniae and 3 Streptococcus pseudopneumoniae strains isolated from the nasopharynx of people living with human immunodeficiency virus in Ghana. Microbiology Resource Announcements, 13(11): e00505-24. https://doi.org/10.1128/mra.00505-24
 
Aworh, M. K., Nilsson, P., Egyir, B., Owusu, F. A. & Hendriksen, R. S. (2024). Rare serovars of nontyphoidal Salmonella enterica isolated from humans, beef cattle and abattoir environments in Nigeria. PLoS ONE, 19(1): e0296971.
 
Ayanful‐Torgby, R., Shabanova, V., Essuman, A. A., Boafo, E., Aboagye, F., Al‐Mahroof, Y., Amponsah, J., Tetteh, J. K., Amoah, L. E. & Paintsil, E. (2024). High prevalence of impaired glucose metabolism among children and adolescents living with HIV in Ghana. HIV medicine: 1–10. https://doi.org/10.1111/hiv.13614.
 
Ayiku, R. N. B., Jahan, Y., Adjei-Banuah, N. Y., Antwi, E., Awini, E., Ohene, S., Agyepong, I. A., Mirzoev, T. & Amoakoh-Coleman, M. (2024). Incidence, prevalence and risk factors for comorbid mental illness among people with hypertension and type 2 diabetes in West Africa: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMJ open, 14(11): e081824. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2023-081824
 
Ayisi, F., de Souza, D. K., Tallant, J., Biholong, B. D., Fokam, E. B. & Boakye, D. A. (2024). Onchocerciasis in the Cameroon–Chad border area after more than 20 years of annual mass ivermectin distribution. Parasites & Vectors, 17: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-024-06284-8
 
Baatiema, L., Kunfah, S. M., Sanuade, O. A., Allen, L. N., Abimbola, S., de-Graft Aikins, A., Koram, K. A. & Kruk, M. E. (2024). To vaccinate or not to vaccinate? Experiences of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among people living with non-communicable diseases in Ghana: A qualitative study. PLOS Global Public Health, 4(10): e0003820. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0003820
 
Baatiema, L., Sanuade, O. A., Kretchy, I. A., Okoibhole, L., Kushitor, S. B., Haghparast-Bidgoli, H., Awuah, R. B., Amon, S., Mensah, S. K., Grijalva-Eternod, C. S., Adjaye-Gbewonyo, K., Antwi, P., Jennings, H. M., Arhinful, D. K., Aikins, M., Koram, K., Blandford, A. & Fottrel, E. (2024). Implementation of national policies and interventions (WHO Best Buys) for non-communicable disease prevention and control in Ghana: a mixed methods analysis. Health Research Policy and Systems, 22:154. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12961-024-01242-3
 
Baatiema, L., Strachan, D.L., Okoibhole, L.O., Kretchy, I.A., Kushitor, M., Awuah, R.B., Sanuade, O.A., Korleki Danyki, E., Amon, S., Adjaye-Gbewonyo, K. and Yacobi, H., Vaughan, M., Blandford, A., Antwi, P., Jennings, H. M., Arhinful, D. K., Aikins, A. D, Fottrell, E. & the CARE Diabetes Team. (2024). Contextual awareness, response and evaluation (CARE) of diabetes in poor urban communities in Ghana: the CARE diabetes project qualitative study protocol. Global Health Action, 17(1): 2364498. https://doi.org/10.1080/16549716.2024.2364498
 
Bachelle, S. V., Bah, S. Y., Addo, R. T., Bediako-Bowan, A. A., Egyir, B., Tsatsu, S. E., Dzudzor, B. & Amarh, V. (2024). Genomic analysis of Enterobacteriaceae from colorectal cancer patients at a tertiary hospital in Ghana: a case-control study. Scientific Reports, 14: 23195. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-74299-3
 
Berete A, Enos JY, Berete K, Kumah A, Acheampong G, Camara A. Mapping of Health Resources in Lower Manya Krobo Municipality of the Eastern Region of Ghana. Global Journal on Quality & Safety in Healthcare. 2024 May 2;7(2):70-74. doi: 10.36401/JQSH-23-23. PMID: 38725888; PMCID: PMC11077519.
 
Boadu, A. A., Yeboah-Manu, M., Osei-Wusu, S. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Tuberculosis and diabetes mellitus: The complexity of the comorbid interactions. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 146: 107140. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2024.107140
 
Bockarie, M. J., Ansumana, R., Machingaidze, S. G., de Souza, D. K., Fatoma, P., Zumla, A. & Lee, S. S. (2024). Transformative potential of artificial intelligence on health care and research in Africa. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 143: 107011. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2024.107011
 
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Jephcott FL, Wood JLN, Cunningham AA, Bonney JHK, Nyarko-Ameyaw S, Maier U, Geissler PW. Ineffective responses to unlikely outbreaks: Hypothesis building in newly-emerging infectious disease outbreaks. Med Anthropol Q. 2024 Mar;38(1):67-83. doi: 10.1111/maq.12827. Epub 2023 Nov 10. PubMed PMID: 37948592; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC11497225
 
Kajumbula, H. M., Amoako, D. G., Tessema, S. K., Aworh, M. K., Chikuse, F., Okeke, I. N., Okomo, U., Jallow, S., Egyir, B., Kanzi, A. M., Sesay, A. K., Alimi, H., Duedu, K. O. & Perovic, O. (2024). Enhancing clinical microbiology for genomic surveillance of antimicrobial resistance implementation in Africa. Antimicrobial Resistance & Infection Control, 13: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13756-024-01472-8
 
Koi-Larbi, K., Obiri, D., Browne, J.L., Fondjo, L.A., Katsande, S., Garti, I. & APEC-Ghana. (2024). Advancing hypertensive disorders of pregnancy management: insights from the 5th preeclampsia scientific symposium in Ghana. In BMC proceedings, 18 (10): 12. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-024-00295-0
 
Koka, E., Narh, E., Asante-Poku, A., Adjei, D. K. A., Sebbie, D., Siam, I. M., Asare, P., McCoy, D., Gadzekpo, A. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Impact of COVID-19 lockdown measures on mother and child health–the case of Ghana. BMC Public Health, 24: 2724. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-20264-8
 
Konadu, A. B., Ampofo, P. C., Akyeh, M. L., Hewlett, S. A., Osei-Tutu, K. & Nyako, E. A. (2024). Comparative evaluation of selected concentrations of sodium hypochlorite on the outcome of endodontic therapy among Ghanaians. PLoS ONE, 19(7): e0306693. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0306693
 
Kontor, E. K., Muhammad, D. G., Kumah, J., Sackitey, D., Acheampong, B., Odum, G. B., Owusu, B. O. & Jain, N. (2024). Nano-Curcumin Supplementation for the Management of Migraine: A Systematic Scoping Review and Meta-analysis. PharmaNutrition, 29: 100407. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phanu.2024.100407
 
Kusi, K. A., Kumi, J., Agbemelo-Tsomafo, C., de Souza, D. K., Ofori, M. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Seventh Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research: Non-Communicable Diseases. Ghana Medical Journal, 58 (2): 13-15. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gmj.v58i2s.5
 
Kwao-Boateng, E., Ankudey, E. G., Darkwah, L., & Danquah, K. O. (2024). Assessment of diesel fuel quality. Heliyon, 10: e24733. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24733.
 
Kwao-Boateng, E., Ankudey, E. G., Darkwah, L., Danquah, K. O. & Kontoh, D. B. (2024). Evaluating the Health and Environmental Consequences of Sulphur-Related Diesel Emissions. Journal of Science and Technology, 1(1): 1-14. https://doi.org/10.4314/just.v1i1.1s
 
Lopez-Perez, M., Viwami, F., Ampomah, P., Šuštić, T., Larsen, M. D., Wuhrer, M., Vidarsson, G., Ofori, M. F., Ndam, N. T. & Hviid, L. (2024). Fc-Afucosylation of VAR2CSA-Specific Immunoglobulin G and Clinical Immunity to Placental Plasmodium falciparum Malaria. The Journal of infectious diseases. jiae529.
 
Lucas, E. R., Nagi, S. C., Kabula, B., Batengana, B., Kisinza, W., Egyir-Yawson, A., Essandoh, J., Dadzie, S., Chabi, J., Van’t Hof, A. E., Rippon, E. J., Pipini, D., Harding, N. J., Dyer, N. A., Clarkson, C. S., Miles, A., Weetman, D. & Donnelly, M. J. (2024). Copy number variants underlie the major selective sweeps in insecticide resistance genes in Anopheles arabiensis. PLoS Biology, 22 (12): e3002898.
 
Lule, S. A., Kushitor, S. B., Grijalva-Eternod, C. S., Adjaye-Gbewonyo, K., Sanuade, O. A., Kushitor, M. K., Okoibhole, L., Awuah, R., Baatiema, L., Kretchy, I. A., Arhinful, D., Aikins, A. D., K., Fottrell, E. & the CARE Diabetes Team. (2024). The contextual awareness, response and evaluation (CARE) diabetes project: study design for a quantitative survey of diabetes prevalence and non-communicable disease risk in Ga Mashie, Accra, Ghana. Global Health Action, 17(1): 2297513.
 
Omojufehinsi, A. Aning, R. Appiah-Opong, I.Y. Longdet, C.D. Luka. (2024). The Antiproliferative Activity of Syzygium malaccense Fruit. Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research.
 
Macià, D., Campo, J. J., Jairoce, C., Mpina, M., Sorgho, H., Dosoo, D., Agnandji, S. T., Kusi, K. A., Molinos-Albert, L.M., Kariuki, S., Daubenberger, C. Mordmüller, B., Moncunill, G. & Dobaño, C. (2024). The effect of Plasmodium falciparum exposure and maternal anti-circumsporozoite protein antibodies on responses to RTS, S/AS01E vaccination in infants and children: an ancillary observational immunological study to a phase 3, randomised clinical trial. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1473-3099(24)00527-9
 
Mahazu, S., Prah, I., Ota, Y., Hayashi, T., Suzuki, M., Yoshida, M., Hoshino, Y., Akeda, Y., Suzuki, T., Ishino, T., Ablordey, A.S. & Saito, R. (2024). Colistin Resistance Mediated by Mcr-3-Related Phosphoethanolamine Transferase Genes in Aeromonas Species Isolated from Aquatic Environments in Avaga and Pakro Communities in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Infection and Drug Resistance, 17: 3011-3023. https://doi.org/10.2147/IDR.S468000
 
Marcet, P. L., Short, B., Deas, A., Sun, H., Harrington, C., Shaukat, S., Alam, M. M., Baba, M., Faneye, A., Namuwulya, P., Apostol, L. N., Elshaarawy, T., Odoom, J. K., Borus, P., Moonsamy, S., Riziki, Y., Zanga, M. C. E., Tefera, M., Kfutwah, A. K. W., Sharif, S., Grabovac, V., Burns, C. C. & Gerloff, N. (2024). Advancing poliovirus eradication: lessons learned from piloting direct molecular detection of polioviruses in high-risk and priority geographies. Microbiology Spectrum: e02279-24. https://doi.org/10.1128/spectrum.02279-24
 
Marley, G., Dako-Gyeke, P., Nepa,l P., Rajgopal, R., Koko, E., Chen, E., Nuamah, K., Osei, K., Hofkirchner, H., Marks, M., Tucker, J. D., Eggo, R., Ampofo, W. & Sylvia, S. (2024). Collective Intelligence–Based Participatory COVID-19 Surveillance in Accra, Ghana: Pilot Mixed Methods Study. Journal of Medical Internet Research Infodemiology, 4: e50125. https://doi.org/10.2196/50125
 
Mathur, A., Negi, S., Tripathy, S., Aggarwal, S., Amekpor, F., & Mehta, V. (2024). Oral manifestations of Nance Horan Syndrome: A systematic review of case reports. Oral Oncology Reports, 11: 100612. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oor.2024.100612
 
Matrevi, S. A., Adams, T., Tandoh, K. Z., Opoku-Agyeman, P., Bruku, S., Ennuson, N. A., Apau-Danso, P. K., Fiagbedzi, E., Avornyo, M., Myers, C. J., Futagbi, J., Hagan, O. C., Abuaku, B., Koram, K. A., Awandare, G., Quashie, N. B. & Duah-Quashie, N. O. (2024). Putative molecular markers of Plasmodium falciparum resistance to antimalarial drugs in malaria parasites from Ghana. Frontiers in Epidemiology, 4:1279835. https://doi.org/10.3389/fepid.2024.1279835
 
Mawuli, M. A., Amoah, L. E., L. C., Quashie, N. B., and Afrane, Y. A. (2024). Effectiveness of artemether–lumefantrine for treating uncomplicated malaria in low-and high-transmission areas of Ghana. Malaria Journal (2024) 23:40 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-024-04850-0
 
Miotto, O., Amambua-Ngwa, A., Amenga-Etego, L. N., Hamid, M. M. A., Adam, I., Aninagyei, E., Apinjoh, T., Awandare, G. A., Bejon, P., Bertin, G. I., Bouyou-Akotet, M., Claessens, A., Conway, D. J., D’Alessandro, U., Diakite, M., Djimdé, A., Dondorp, A. M., Duffy, P., Fairhurst, R. M., Fanello, C. I., Ghansah, A., Ishengoma, D. S., Lawniczak, M., Maïga-Ascofaré, O., Auburn, S., Rosanas-Urgell, A., Wasakul, V., White, N. F. D., Harrott, A., Almagro-Garcia, J., Pearson, R. D., Goncalves, S., Ariani, C., Bozdech, Z., Hamilton, W. L., Simpson, V. & Kwiatkowski, D. P. (2024). Identification of complex Plasmodium falciparum genetic backgrounds circulating in Africa: a multicountry genomic epidemiology analysis. The Lancet Microbe, 5(12): 100941.
 
Moore, K. A., Ostrowsky, J. T., Mehr, A. J., Johnson, R. A., Ulrich, A. K., Moua, N. M., Fay, P. C., Hart, P. J., Golding, J. P., Benassi, V., Preziosi, M. P., Adetifa, I. M., Akpede, G. O., Ampofo, W. K., Asogun, D. A., Barrett, A. D. T., Bausch, D. G., de Coster, I., Emperador, D. M., Feldmann, H., Fichet-Calvet, E., Formenty, P. B. H., Garry, R. F., Grant, D. S., Günther, S., Gupta, S. B., Jaspard, M., Mazzola, L. T., Okogbenin, S. A., Roth, C., Schmaljohn, C. S. & Osterholm, M. T. (2024). Lassa fever research priorities: towards effective medical counter measures by the end of the decade. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1473-3099(24)00229-9
 
Morgan, P. A., Ntiamoah, D. O., Asare, , Mintah, I. S., Osei-Wusu, S., Boadu, A. A., Danso, E. K., Lamptey, I. N. K., Afreh, E., Tetteh, A., Asante-Poku, A., Otchere, I. D. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Antimicrobial Resistance Levels of Non-Tuberculous Bacteria Isolates from Sputum of TB Patients in Ghana. Infection and Drug Resistance, 17: 5663-5673. https://doi.org/10.2147/IDR.S483529
 
Nagi, S. C., Lucas, E. R., Egyir-Yawson, A., Essandoh, J., Dadzie, S., Chabi, J., Djogbenou, L. S., Medjigbodo, A. A., Edi, C. V., Ketoh, G. K., Koudou, B. G., Ashraf, F., Clarkson, C. S.,  Miles, A., Weetman, D. &  Donnelly, M. J. (2024). Parallel evolution in mosquito vectors–a duplicated esterase locus is associated with resistance to pirimiphos-methyl in An. gambiae. Molecular Biology and Evolution, 41(7):msae140. https://doi.org/10.1093/molbev/msae140
 
Ndang, Ndong Henry, Njodzela Christian Mengnjo, Palmer Masumbe Netongo, Ngala Hanson Chuye, Chuo Ennestine Chu, Michelle Hsiang, Juliana Yartey Enos, Alfred Amambua-Ngwa, and Ndong Ignatius Cheng. “Trends in malaria prevalence over 15 years (2006–2021) in Jakiri North-West Region, Cameroon.” Discover Public Health 21, no. 1 (2024): 1-16.
 
Nikiema M, Soulama I, Quaye C, Ilboudo H, Nikiema S, Kabore J, Dah C, Sie A, Badolo A, Gneme A. (2024) Exploring the relationship between Plasmodium falciparum genetic diversity and antimalarial drugs resistance markers in a malaria-endemic region of Burkina Faso. Pan African Medical Journal. 48(118). 10.11604/pamj.2024.48.118.43505
 
Nonterah, E. A., Chatio, S. T., Willis, A., Alale, J. A., Zakariah-Akoto, S., Darko, N., Curtis, F., Kunutsor, S. K., Jones, C., Seidu, S. & Ansah, P. O. (2024). Hypertension and diabetes control: faith-based centres offer a promise for expanding screening services and linkage to care in Ghana. BMC Primary Care, 25: 382. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-024-02620-0
 
Nyarko JA, Dogbe PM, Ativi LAE, Wutsika J, Agyenim EB, Awere-Duodu A, Botaeng AT, Ntim NAA (2024). Pathological Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2: A Review for Clinicians. Yale J Biol Med. 97(4):431-445. doi: 10.59249/DQJH2274.
 
Nyarko, J. A., Dogbe, P. M., Ativi, L. A. E., Wutsika, J., Agyenim, E. B., Awere-Duodu, A., Botaeng, A. T. & Ntim, N. A. A. (2024). Pathological Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2: A Review for Clinicians. The Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine, 97(4): 431-445. https://doi.org/10.59249/DQJH2274
 
Obeng-Nkrumah, N., Korang-Labi, A., Kwao, P., Egyir, B., Nuertey, B. D., Hedidor, G., Boateng, G., Asah-Opoku, K., Dankwah, T., Okine, E. & Opintan, J. A. (2024). Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacterales in human health: Experience from the tricycle project, Ghana. PloS one, 19(11): e0310058. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0310058
 
Obodai, E., Boakye, J. D., Ntim, N. A. A, Agbotse, G. D., Antwi, C. N., Duker, E. O., Bimpong, S. A., Odame, D., Adams, P. L., Nayan, J., Mensah, J. Y., Dickson, A. E., Attiku, K., Baffoe-Nyarko, I., Laryea, D. & Odoom, J. K. (2024). Evaluation of the Intensive Acute Flaccid Paralysis Surveillance System in Ghana: Post the Switch from tOPV to bOPV. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 9: 271. https://doi.org/10.3390/tropicalmed9110271
 
Odoom, J. K., Dzotse, E. K., Nii-Trebi, N. I., Opare, D., Akyereko, E., Attiku, K., Duker, E. O., Eshun, M., Boahene, B. B., Gberbi, E., Houphouet, E. E., Diamenu, S., Adjabeng, M., Asamoah-Frimpong, J., Ameme, D., Opare, J. K. L. & Obodai, E. (2024). Outbreak Response to Circulating Vaccine‐Derived Poliovirus in Three Northern Regions of Ghana, 2019. BioMed Research International, 5515777. https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/5515777
 
Odoom, J. K., Lartey, B., Kyei-Baafour, E., Bonney, J. H. K, Kusi, K. A., Ofori, M., de Souza, D. K., Armah, G. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Seventh Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research: Viral Infections. Ghana Medical Journal, 58 (2): 19-22. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gmj.v58i2s.7
 
Oduro, D., Baafi, E., Opoku-Agyeman, P., Adams, T., Okai, A. A., Bruku, S., Kyei, S., Banahene, P., Danso-Coffie, C., Boafo, E., Yeboah, R., Godfred Futagbi, G. & DuahQuashie, N. O. (2024). Enteric parasites Cyclospora cayetanensis and Cryptosporidium hominis in domestic and wildlife animals in Ghana. Parasites & Vectors, 17(1): 199. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-024-06225-5
 
Ofori, M. F., Kusi, K. A., Quaye, C., de Souza, D. K. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Seventh Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana. Ghana Medical Journal, 58 (2): 1-3. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gmj.v58i2s.1
 
Ofosu-Appiah, F., Acquah, E. E., Mohammed, J., Addo, C. S., Agbodzi, B., Ofosu, D. A. S., Myers, C. J., Mohktar, Q., Ampomah, O-W., Ablordey, A. & Amissah, N. A. (2024). Klebsiella pneumoniae ST147 harboring bla NDM-1, multidrug resistance and hypervirulence plasmids. Microbiology Spectrum, 12(3): e03017-23. https://doi.org/10.1128/spectrum.03017-23
 
Okyere, D., Ocloo, E. K., Owusu, L., Amoako, Y. A., Tuwor, R. D., Koka, E., Novignon, J., Asante-Poku, A., Siam, I. M., Afreh, E. K., Agbanyo, A., Akuffo, R. A., Gyabaah, S., Oppong, M. N., Halliday, K. E., Simpson, H., Timothy, J., Marks, M., Zuurmond, M., Walker, S. L., Pullan, R. L., Ahorlu, C. S., Phillips, R. O., Yeboah-Manu, D., Pitt, C. & Palmer, J. (2024). Improving experiences of neglected tropical diseases of the skin: Mixed methods formative research for development of a complex intervention in Atwima Mponua District, Ghana. PLOS Global Public Health, 4(6): e0002833. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0002833
 
Oleinikov, A. V., Seidu, Z., Oleinikov, I. V., Tetteh, M., Lamptey, H., Ofori, M. F., Hviid, L., & Lopez-Perez, M. (2024). Profiling the Plasmodium falciparum Erythrocyte Membrane Protein 1-Specific Immununoglobulin G Response Among Ghanaian Children With Hemoglobin S and C. The Journal of infectious diseases, 229(1), 203–213. https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jiad438
 
Omojufehinsi, M., Aning, A., Appiah-opong, R., Longdet, I. Y. & Luka, C. D. (2024). The Antiproliferative Activity of Syzygium malaccense Fruit. Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research, 8(9): 8432-8437. https://doi.org/10.26538/tjnpr/v8i9.2
 
Otchere, I. D., Aboagye, S. Y., Arthur, P. K. & Asante-Poku, A. (2024). Viewpoint of multi-omics potential in tuberculosis research: identifying biomarkers for biomanufacturing of efficient control tools. Frontiers in Tropical Diseases, 5:1443248. https://doi.org/10.3389/fitd.2024.1443248
 
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Oumar, A. M., Koala, L., Ayisi, F., Atekem, K., Abba, B. A., Israel, D. K., Naniogué, S., Boakye, D. A. & Otchom, B. B. (2024). Evaluation Entomologique de la Transmission de l’Onchocercose dans le Foyer de Persistance de Oulibangala (Tchad). Health Research in Africa, 2 (4): 11-18. http://hsd-fmsb.org/index.php/hra
 
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Partey, F. D., Dowuona, J. N. N., Pobee, A. N. A., Walker, M. R., Aculley, B., Prah, D. A., Ofori, M. F. & Barfod, L. K. (2024). Atypical memory B cell frequency correlates with antibody breadth and function in malaria immune adults. Scientific Reports, 14(1): 4888. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-55206-2
 
Partey, F. D., Obiri, D., Bonney, E. Y., Pobee, A. N. A., Damptey, I. K., Ennuson, K., Akwetea-Foli, J., Nuokpem, F. Y., Courtin, D., Kusi, K. A. & Mensah, B. A. (2024). Efficient transplacental transfer of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies between naturally exposed mothers and infants in Accra, Ghana. Scientific Reports, 14(1):10772. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-61496-3
 
Pawar, S. V., Banini, W. S. K., Shamsuddeen, M. M., Jumah, T. A., Dolling, N.N.O., Tiamiyu, A. & Awe, O. I. (2024) Prostruc: an open-source tool for 3D structure prediction using homology modeling. Frontiers in Chemistry, 12:1509407. https://doi.org/10.3389/fchem.2024.1509407
 
Phillips, R. O., Owusu, L., Koka, E., Ocloo, E. K., Simpson, H., Agbanyo, A., Okyere, D., Tuwor, R. D., Fokuoh-Boadu, A., Akuffo, R. A., Novignon, J., Oppong, M. N., Mosweu, I., Asante-Poku, A., Cobbinah, J., Mtuy, T. B., Palmer, J., Ahorlu, C., Amoako, Y. A., Walker, S. L., Yeboah-Manu, D., Marks, M., Pitt, C., Pulla, R. & SHARP collaboration. (2024). Development of an integrated and decentralised skin health strategy to improve experiences of skin neglected tropical diseases and other skin conditions in Atwima Mponua District, Ghana. PLOS Global Public Health, 4(1): e0002809. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0002809.
 
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Pratt, D., Takaya, H., Abankwa, A. A., Awuku-Larbi, Y., Nyarko, S., Agbosu, E. E., Ofori, M., Bour, S., Laryea, D., Asiedu-Bekoe, F. and Suzuki, T., Yamaoka, S., Bonney, J. H. K. (2024). Serologic evidence of dengue and chikungunya among patients with acute febrile illness in Ghana, 2016–2018. Journal of Clinical Virology Plus, 4(4): 100193. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcvp.2024.100193
 
Rachael Sorcher, Malachi Ochieng Arunda, Anthony Idowu Ajayi, Jackeline Alger, Moazzam Ali, Elizabeth Allen, Liliana Andriano, Shah Md Atiqul Haq, Luis Bahamondes, Sunnee Billingsley, Vanessa Brizuela, Meg L. Brown, Charles M’poca Charles, Doris Chou, Anna Coates, Jenny A. Cresswell, Sally Dijkerman, Tracy DiTucci, Anna E. Thorson, Anna Mia Ekström, Margit Endler, Juliana Yartey Enos, Ana Paula Finatto Canabarro, Sandra Formia, Negli Gallardo-Alvarado, Kristina Gemzell-Danielsson, Lianne Gonsalves, Natalie Hammond, Emily Hannum, Md Rabiul Haque, Zhongwei Huang, Heidi Bart Johnston, James Kiarie, Caron Kim, Anna Kågesten, Elin C. Larsson, Carmen Logie, Bidhubhusan Mahapatra, Suzana Manhiça, Abu Sayeed Md. Abdullah, Matías Mrejen, Leso Munala, Manjulaa Narasimhan, My Nguyen, Malachi Ochieng Arunda, Stephen Ombija, Christina Pallitto, Reginald Quansah, Adama Sana, Miguel Alejandro Saquimux Contreras, Lale Saye, Mehr Gul Shah, James W. Smallcombe, Rachael Sorcher, Nandita Thatte, Jane Wilbur
 
Runtuwene, L. R., Parbie, P. K., Mizutani, T., Ishizaka, A., Matsuoka, S., Abana, C, Z-Y., Kushitor, D., Bonney, E. Y., Ofori, S. B., Kiyono, H., Ishikawa, K., Ampofo, W. K. & Matano T. (2024) Longitudinal analysis of microbiome composition in Ghanaians living with HIV-1. Frontiers in Microbiology, 15:1359402.
 
Sahu, S., Ditiu, L., Ahmed, R., Zumla, A., Aklillu, E., Singh, U. B., Yeboah-Manu, D., Asogun, D., Hui, D. S. & Zumla, A. (2024). Overcoming the global tuberculosis crisis with urgent country-level political and financial action. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1473-3099(24)00748-5
 
Sakakibara, Y., Konishi, M., Ueno, T., Murase, C., Miyamoto, Y., Ato, M., de Souza, D. K., Biamonte, M., Pluschke, G. & Yotsu, R. R. (2024). Pilot use of a mycolactone-specific lateral flow assay for Buruli ulcer: A case report from Japan. Journal of Clinical Tuberculosis and Other Mycobacterial Diseases, 36: 100469. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jctube.2024.100469
 
Sam, E. K., Alagbo, J., Asamoah, A., Ansah, F., Tandoh, K. Z., Amenga-Etego, L. N. & Duodu, S. (2024). Diagnostic performance of Typhidot RDT in diagnosis of typhoid fever and antibiotic resistance characterisation in a cross-sectional study in Southern Ghana. BMC Infectious Diseases, 24: 1262. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-10160-2
 
Santa S, Kwofie SK, Agyenkwa-Mawuli K, Quaye O, Brown CA, Tagoe EA (2024). Prediction of Human Papillomavirus-Host Oncoprotein Interactions Using Deep Learning. Bioinform Biol Insights. 18:11779322241304666. doi: 10.1177/11779322241304666. PMID: 39664297; PMCID: PMC11632871.
 
Sarfo-Antwi, F., Larbie, C., Emikpe, B. O., & Appiah–Opong, R. (2024). Hydroethanolic extract and fractions of Pericopsis laxiflora stem bark protect against liver injury in Rat. Scientific African, 24: 02186. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2024.e02186
 
Segbefia, S. P., Asandem, D. A., Amoah, L. E. & Kusi, K. A. (2024). Cytokine gene polymorphisms implicated in the pathogenesis of Plasmodium falciparum infection outcome. Frontiers in Immunology, 15:1285411.
 
Segbefia, S. P., Asandem, D. A., Asare, B., Awuku-Larbi, R., van der Puije, W., Kyei-Baafour, E., Osei, F., Teye-Adjei, D., Agyekum, G., Darko, O., Agyemang, S., Bentum-Ennin, L., Bonney, K. J. H., Sakyi, S. A., Amoah, L. E. & Kusi, K. A. (2024). Ex-vivo evaluation of Plasmodium falciparum-induced cytokine expression in chronic hepatitis B virus-infected and uninfected individuals. Open Research Europe, 4: 218. https://doi.org/10.12688/openreseurope.18461.1
 
Segbefia, S. P., Asandem, D. A., Pobee, A., Asare, B., Prah, A. D., Baba‐Adam, R., Amponsah, J. A., Kyei‐Baafour, E., van der Puije, W., Osei, F., Teye‐Adjei, D., Agyemang, S., Brenko, T., Bentum-Ennin, L., Tetteh, J. K. A., Bonney, K. J. H., Sakyi, S. A., Amoah, L. E. & Kusi, K. A. (2024). Expression patterns of immune checkpoint proteins and Plasmodium falciparum‐induced cytokines in chronic hepatitis B virus‐infected and uninfected individuals: A cross‐sectional study. Health Science Reports, 7(8):2280. https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.2280
 
Seshie, M., Obeng, B. M., Boamah, V. E., Bayor, M., Bonney, E. Y., Gbedema, S. Y. & Sagoe, K. W. C. (2024). Resistance to protease inhibitors among persons living with HIV in Ghana: a case for viral load and drug resistance monitoring. Virology Journal, 21(1): 159. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12985-024-02354-6
 
Sinyawa T, Shawa M, Muuka GM, Goma F, Fandamu P, Chizimu JY, Khumalo CS, Mulavu M, Ngoma M, Chambaro HM, Kamboyi, H.K., Kajihara, M., Sawa, H., Suzuki, Y., Higashi, H., Mainda, G., Munyeme, M., Muma, J. B., Nyantaky, C. O., Egyir, B., & Hang’ombe, B. M. (2024). Antimicrobial Use Survey and Detection of ESBL-Escherichia coli in Commercial and Medium-/Small-Scale Poultry Farms in Selected Districts of Zambia. Antibiotics, 13(5): 467. https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics13050467
 
Sumboh, J. G., Laryea, N. A., Otchere, J., Ahorlu, C. S., & de Souza, D. K. (2024). Towards Understanding the Microepidemiology of Lymphatic Filariasis at the Community Level in Ghana. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 9(5): 107. https://doi.org/10.3390/tropicalmed9050107
 
Tagoe, J. A., Addo, S. O., Mosore, M- T., Bentil, R. E., Agbodzi, B., Behene, E., Ladzekpo, D., Addae, C. A., Nimo-Painstil, S., Fox, A. T., Bimi, L., Dafeamekpor, C., Richards, A. L., Letizia, A. G., Diclaro, J. W. & Dadzie, S. K. (2024). First Molecular Identification of Rickettsia aeschlimannii and Rickettsia africae in Ticks from Ghana. The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene: 1-6. https://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.22-0753.
 
Tandoh, K. Z., Duah-Quashie, N. O., Raman, J. & Ochola-Oyier, L. I. (2024) Editorial: Malaria molecular epidemiology current situation in Africa. Frontiers in Epidemiology, 4:1400612. https://doi.org/10.3389/fepid.2024.1400612
 
Tapela, K., Prah, D. A., Tetteh, B., Nuokpem, F., Dosoo, D., Coker, A., Kumi-Ansah, F., Amoako, E., Assah, K. O., Kilba, C., Nyakoe, N., Quansah, D., Languon, S., Anyigba, C. A., Ansah, F., Agyeman, S., Owusu, I. A., Schneider, K., Ampofo, W. K., Mutungi, J. K., Amegatcher, G., Aniweh, Y., Awandare, G. A., Quashie, P. K. & Bediako, Y. (2024). Cellular immune response to SARS-CoV-2 and clinical presentation in individuals exposed to endemic malaria. Cell Reports, 43 (8): 114533. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.celrep.2024.114533
 
Tawiah-Mensah, C. N. L., Addo, S. O., Ansah-Owusu, J., Abudu, M., Malm, R. O-T., Yartey, K. N., Oduro, D., Akorli, J. & Dadzie, S. K. (2024). Molecular identification of cattle ticks in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana: a high occurrence of Rhipicephalus microplus. Experimental and Applied Acarology,  92: 253–261.
 
Tchatchouang, S., Basing, L. A., Kouadio-Aboh, H., Handley, B. L., G-Beiras, C., Amanor, I., Ndzomo, P., Bakheit, M., Becherer, L., Knauf, S., Müller, C., Njih-Tabah, E., Njamnshi, T., Crucitti, T., Borst, N., Lu¨ ert, S., Frischmann, S., Gmoser, H., Landmann, E., Sylla, A., Kouame´-Sina, M. S., Arhinful, D., Awondo, P., Menguena, G., Harding-Esch, E., Tano, A., Kaloga, M., Koffi-Aboa, P., Konama-Kotey, N., Mitjà, O., Eyangoh, S., Addo, K. K., Solange Ngazoa-Kakou, S. & Marks, M. (2024). An integrated active case detection and management of skin NTDs in yaws endemic health districts in Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana. PLoS neglected tropical diseases, 18(10): e0011790. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0011790
 
Tetteh, E. M. A., Lawson, H. J. O., Koram, K., Sampane-Donkor, E., Tette, A. R., Quarshie, A. & Hodgson, A. (2024). Commentary-Training and developing physician-scientist careers to enhance medical research in Ghana. Postgraduate Medical Journal of Ghana, 13(2): 95-100. https://doi.org/10.60014/pmjg.v13i2.399
 
Tettey, R., Egyir, B., Tettey, P., Arko-Mensah, J., Addo, S. O., Owusu-Nyantakyi, C., Boateng, W. & Fobil, J. (2024). Genomic analysis of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli from Urban Environmental water sources in Accra, Ghana, Provides Insights into public health implications. PLoS ONE, 19(5): e0301531. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0301531
 
Tiono, A. B., Plieskatt, J. L., Ouedraogo, A., Soulama, B. I., Miura, K., Bougouma, E. C., Naghizadeh, M., Barry, A., Yaro, J. B. B., Ezinmegnon, S., Henry, N., Ofori, E. A., Adu, B., Singh, S. K., Konkobo, A., Bengtsson, K. L., Diarra, A., Carnrot, C., Reimer, J. M., Ouedraogo, A., Tienta, M., Long, C. A., Ouedraogo, I. N., Sagara, I., Sirima, S. B. & Theisen, M. (2024). A randomized first-in-human phase I trial of differentially adjuvanted Pfs48/45 malaria vaccines in Burkinabé adults. The Journal of Clinical Investigation, 134(7): e175707. https://doi.org/10.1172/JCI175707
 
Tukwarlba, I., Aninagyei, E., Mavis, P.D., Attoh, J., Duedu, K.O., Kumi, J., Ampem-Danso, E. & Acheampong, D.O. (2024). Point-of-care circulating cathodic antigen positivity and associated factors in school children one year after mass praziquantel administration in an endemic district in Ghana. Heliyon, 10 (7): e28529. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28529
 
Tuwor, R. D., Mtuy, T. B., Amoako, Y. A., Owusu, L., Oppong, M. N., Agbanyo, A., Agbavor, B., Marks, M., Walker, S. L., Yeboah-Manu, D., Pullan, R. L., Dapaah, J. M., Phillips, R. O. & Palmer, J. (2024) Stigma experiences, effects and coping among individuals affected by Buruli ulcer and yaws in Ghana. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 18(4): e0012093. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0012093
 
Yahaya, E. S., Anak, J. A., Amissah, N. A., Obuah, C., Agyei, P. E. O., Saahene, R. O., Ainooson, M., Ablordey, A. & Ekor, M. (2024). In vitro antibacterial and synergistic activity of pyrazolyl sulphonamide derivatives against Staphylococcus haemolyticus. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Research, 12(5): 116-123. https://doi.org/10.69857/joapr.v12i5.658
 
Yalley, A. K., Ocran, J., Cobbinah, J. E., Obodai, E., Yankson, I. K., Kafintu-Kwashie, A. A., Amegatcher, G., Anim-Baidoo, I., Nii-Trebi, N. I. & Prah, D.A., (2024). Advances in Malaria Diagnostic Methods in Resource-Limited Settings: A Systematic Review. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 9(9): 190. https://doi.org/10.3390/tropicalmed9090190
 
Zakariah-Akoto, S., Abuaku, B., Egbi, G., Klu, B. E. K., Kyei-Baafour, E., Ofori, M. F., Ahorlu, C. S. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2024). Knowledge, perceptions, and management of symptoms of hormonal imbalance among adolescent girls in selected schools in Ghana: a qualitative exploratory study. Frontiers in Reproductive Health, 6: 1502352. https://doi.org/10.3389/frph.2024.1502352
 
Zakariah-Akoto, S., Armar-Klemesu, M., Ankomah, A., Torpey, K. & Aryeetey, R. (2024). Socio-Cultural Norms in The Local Food System and Potential Implications for Women’s Dietary Quality in Rural Northern Ghana. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, 24(1): 25052-25077. https://doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.126.23305
 
Zakariah-Akoto, S., Omeife, H., Hall, V. M., Egbi, G., Adu-Afurwuah, S., Lowe, N. M., & Aryeetey, R. (2024). Anaemia prevention among pregnant women: Views and experiences of pregnant women and antenatal care providers in Accra, Ghana. World Nutrition, 15(2): 87-101. https://doi.org/10.26596/wn.202415287-101
 
Agbemabiese, C.A., Philip A. A., Patton J. T. (2024). Recovery of Recombinant Rotaviruses by Reverse Genetics. Methods Mol Biol. 2733:249-263. doi: 10.1007/978-1-0716-3533-9_15
 
Aning, A., Bugyei, K.A., Hottor, B.A. & Amponsah, S.K. (2024). Lassa Fever. In S.K. Amponsah, R. Shegokar and Y.V. Pathak (eds.), Rising Contagious Diseases: 199-206. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781394188741.ch15.
 
Appiah-Opong, R. (2024). Progress and future directions in breast cancer research and treatment. Health Sciences Investigations Journal, 5(1): 586-587. https://doi.org/10.46829/hsijournal
 
Asare EO, Al-Mamun MA, Armah GE, Lopman BA, Pitzer VE (2024). Impact of dosing schedules on performance of rotavirus vaccines in Ghana. Sci Adv. 10(50):eadn4176. doi: 10.1126/sciadv.adn4176.
 
Asare KK, Kwapong SS, Tey P, Sackey V, Nuvor SV, Amoah LE (2024). Plasmodium Falciparum and mosquito vector IgG patterns across suspected malaria cases in Ghana. BMC Infect Dis. 24(1):1374. doi: 10.1186/s12879-024-10248-9.
 
Dzah, C. S., & Agbemelo-Tsomafo, C. (2024). Pro-oxidant Tetrapleura tetraptera polyphenol extract parallels quercetin as an in vitro cytotoxic agent in human liver cancer cells. Food and Humanity, 3: 100458. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foohum.2024.100458
 
Egyirifa, R. K. and J. A. (2024). Two promising candidates for paratransgenesis, Elizabethkingia and Asaia, increase in both sexes of Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes after feeding. Malaria Journal (2024) 23:45 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-024-04870-w
 
Sarfo-Antwi , C. Larbie, B.O. Emikpe , R. Appiah–Opong. (2024). Hydroethanolic extract and fractions of Pericopsis laxiflorastem bark protect against liver injury in rats.  Scientific African, doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2024.e02186
 
Sarfo-Antwi, C. Larbie, B.O. Emikpe, R. Appiah–Opong. (2024). Pericopsis laxiflora (Baker) stem bark extract is protective against carbon tetrachloride-induced acute liver damage by modulation of oxidative stress and inflammation. Journal of Taibah University for Science, 18(1): 2354569. doi.org/10.1080/16583655.2024.2354569
 
Kisaka, J. K., Rauch, D., Griffith, M., & Kyei, G. B. (2024). A macrophage-cell model of HIV latency reveals the unusual importance of the bromodomain axis. Virology Journal, 21(1), 80. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12985-024-02343-9
 
Leite, D. F. B., Souza, R. T. & Enos, J. Y. (2024). Editorial: Nutrient supplementation and its impact on pregnancy outcomes. Frontiers in Nutrition, 10:1357893.https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2023.1357893.
Nketia, K. & de Souza, D. K. (2024). Using zero-inflated and hurdle regression models to analyze schistosomiasis data of school children in the southern areas of Ghana. Plos one, 19(7):e0304681.https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0304681
 
Opoku, M., & de Souza, D. K. (2024). Identification and characterisation of Mansonella perstans in the Volta Region of Ghana. Plos one, 19(6): e0295089. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0295089
 
Patton, J. T., Philip, A. A., Agbemabiese, C. A. (2024). Recombinant rotaviruses and methods and systems for producing the same. PCT/US2023/076397. https://patents.google.com/patent/WO2024077299A2/en
 
Appiah-Opong. (2024). Progress and future directions in breast cancer research and treatment. Health Sciences Investigations Journal, 5(1): 586-587. Doi.org/10.46829/hsijournal.2024.6.5.1.586-587
 
Wilson, M. D., de Souza, D. K., Akorli, J., & Ayi, I. (2024). Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis. In J. O. Gyapong, B. A. Boatin (eds.), Neglected Tropical Diseases – Sub-Saharan Africa, Neglected Tropical Diseases (2^nd, pp. 377- 414). Springeer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-53901-5_14
 
Odoom, J. K. & Obodai, E. (2024). Review 1: “Monitoring the Risk of Type-2 Circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus Emergence during Roll-Out of Type-2 Novel Oral Polio Vaccine.” Rapid Reviews Infectious Diseases.
 
Snyder A. J., Agbemabiese C. A., Patton J.T. 2024. Production of OSU G5P[7] Porcine Rotavirus Expressing a Fluorescent Reporter via Reverse Genetics. Viruses, 16(3), 411; https://doi.org/10.3390/v16030411

2023 Publications

Abuaku, B., Boateng, P., Peprah, N.Y., Asamoah, A., Duah-Quashie, N.O., Matrevi, S.A., Amoako, E.O., Quashie, N., Owusu-Antwi, F., Malm, K.L. & Koram, K.A. (2023). Therapeutic efficacy of dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine combination for the treatment of uncomplicated malaria in Ghana. Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 12: 1962. https://doi.10.3389/fcimb.2022.1058660.

de Souza, D. K., Desewu, K., Nzelu, C. O., Addo, S. O., Mosore, M. T., Odoom, S.,  Puplampu-Attram, N., Appawu, M., Wilson, M. D. & Boakye, D. A. (2023). Identifying Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Vectors after an Outbreak: Anthropophily of Sergentomyia species and detection of Leishmania major DNA within Sergentomyia ingrami, in Ghana. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2497061/v1.

Blankson, S. O., Dikroh, L., Tettey, P., Tornyigah, B., Adamou, R., Moussiliou, A., Alao, M. J., Amoussou, A., Padounou, C., Milet, J., Mensah, B. A., Aniweh, Y., Ndam, N. T., Roussilhon, C. & Tahar, R. (2023). Association of endothelial protein C receptor (EPCR) rs867186 gene polymorphism with increased levels of soluble EPCR and high risk of severe malaria and fatality in Beninese children. The Journal of Infectious Diseases, 227(2): 179-182. https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jiac461.

Maya, T., Komba, E., Mensah, G., Mnyambwa, N., Doulla, B., Mfinanga, S., Addo, K. & Kazwala, R. (2023). Non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease: Awareness survey of front-desk healthcare workers in Northern Tanzania. PLOS Global Public Health, 3(1): e0000741. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0000741.

Labbé, F., He, Q., Zhan, Q., Tiedje, K. E., Argyropoulos, D. C., Tan, M. H., Ghansah, A., Day, K. P. & Pascual, M. (2023). Neutral vs. non-neutral genetic footprints of Plasmodium falciparum multiclonal infections. PLOS Computational Biology, 19(1): e1010816. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pcbi.1010816

Ameme, D. K., Yeboah, Y. O., Odoom, J. K., Djokoto, S. K., Akyereko, E., Mamudu, A.,  Diwura, M., Opare, W., Avevor, P., Diamenu, S. & Ohene, S.A. (2023). Response to back-to-back outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 in two nomadic pastoralist settlements in Oti Region, Ghana-2019. Archives of Public Health, 81(1): 1- 12.https://doi.org/10.1186/s13690-022-01021-y.

Bonney, E.Y., Lamptey, H. & Kyei, G. B. (2023). HIV cure: an acceptability scientific agenda. Current Opinion in HIV and AIDS, 18(1): 12-17. https://doi.org/10.1097/COH.0000000000000771.

Addo, S.O., Bentil, R.E., Yartey, K.N., Ansah-Owusu, J., Behene, E., Opoku-Agyeman, P., Bruku, S., Asoala, V., Mate, S., Larbi, J.A. and Baidoo, P.K., Wilson, M. D., Diclaro, J. W., & Dadzie, S. K. (2023). First molecular identification of multiple tick-borne pathogens in livestock within Kassena-Nankana, Ghana. Animal Diseases, 3(1):1. https://doi.org/10.1186/s44149-022-00064-6.

Juusti, V., Kulpakko, J., Cudjoe, E., Pimenoff, V.N. and Hänninen, P. (2023). Biophysical Properties of Bifunctional Phage-Biosensor. Viruses, 15(2): 299. https://doi.org/10.3390/v15020299

Belmonte, M., Ganeshan, H., Huang, J., Belmonte, A., Inoue, S., Velasco, R., Acheampong, N., Ofori, E. A., Akyea-Mensah, K., Frimpong, A., Ennuson, N. A., Frempong, A. F., Kyei-Baafour, E., Amoah, L. E., Edgel, K., Peters, B., Villasante, E., Kusi, K. A. & Sedegah, M. (2023). Immunodominant T cell peptides from four candidate malarial antigens as biomarkers of protective immunity against malaria. Vaccine. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vaccine.2023.01.016.

Nuvey, F. S., Mensah, G. I., Zinsstag, J., Hattendorf, J., Fink, G., Bonfoh, B., & Addo, K. K. (2023). Management of diseases in a ruminant livestock production system: a participatory appraisal of the performance of veterinary services delivery, and utilization in Ghana. BMC Veterinary Research, 19: 237 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-023-03793-z

Debrah, I., Ochwedo, K. O., Otambo, W. O., Machani, M. G., Magomere, E. O., Onyango, S. A., Zhong, D., Amoah, L. E., Githeko, A. K.,Afrane, Y. A. & Yan, G. (2023). Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Anopheles funestus in western Kenya Based on Mitochondrial DNA Marker mtDNA-COII. Insects, 14(3): 273. https://doi.org/10.3390/insects14030273

Otchere, I. D., Morgan, P. A., Asare, P., Osei-Wusu, S., Aboagye, S. Y., Yirenkyi, S. O., Musah, A. B., Danso, E. K., Tetteh-Ocloo. G., Afum, T., Asante-Poku, A., Laryea, C., Poku, Y. A., Bonsu, F., Gagneux, S. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2023). Analysis of Drug Resistance Among Difficult-to-Treat (DTT) Tuberculosis Patients in Ghana Identifies Several pre-XDR TB Cases. Frontiers in Microbiology, 13: 5436. https://doi.10.3389/fmicb.2022.1069292.

Boateng, E. M., Dvorak, J., Ayi, I. & Chanova, M. (2013). A literature review of schistosomiasis in Ghana: a reference for bridging the research and control gap. Transactions of The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene: 1-11.https://doi.org/10.1093/trstmh/trac134.

Vicar, E. K., Alo, D. B., Koyiri, V. C., Opare-Asamoah, K., Obeng-Bempong, M. & Mensah, G. I. (2023). Carriage of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria and Associated Factors Among Food Handlers in Tamale Metropolis, Ghana: Implications for Food Safety.  Microbiology Insights, 16:1-10. https://doi.org/10.1177/11786361221150695.

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Kyei, G., Bonney, E., Lamptey, H., Abana, C. & Twumasi, A. (2023). OA-189 Building capacity for HIV cure research in Ghana–The H-CRIS experience. BMJ Global Health, 8. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjgh-2023-EDC.13.
Thomford, N. E., Kellerman, T., Debrah, O., Anyanful, A., Biney, R. P., Boadi, D., Yahaya, E. S., Ekor, M. & Kyei, G. B. (2023). PA-113 Pharmacogenomics of drug-drug interactions in malaria-HIV con-infections: effects on generic artemether-lumefantrine therapy used in Ghana for malaria treatment. BMJ Global Health, 8.https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjgh-2023-EDC.88.
Zeukeng, F., Bigoga, J., Yeboah-Manu, D., Mbigha, S.G., Mbacham, W. & Ablordey, A., 2023. PA-604 Whole genome sequencing confirmed contamination of mycobacterium ulcerans-infected lesions by rhodococcus erythropolis. BMJ Global Health, 8: A101-A102. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjgh-2023-EDC.248.
Amuasi, G. R., Dsani, E., Owusu-Nyantakyi, C., Owusu, F. A., Mohktar, Q., Nilsson, P., Adu, B., Hendriksen, R. S. & Egyir, B. (2023). Enterococcus species: insights into antimicrobial resistance and whole-genome features of isolates recovered from livestock and raw meat in Ghana. Frontiers in Microbiology, 14:1254896. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2023.1254896.
Doan, Y. H., Dennis, F. E., Takemae, N., Haga, K., Shimizu, H., Appiah, M. G., Lartey, B. L., Damanka, S. A., Hayashi, T., Suzuki, T., Kageyama, T., Armah, G. E. & Katayama, K. (2023). Emergence of Intergenogroup Reassortant G9P [4] Strains Following   Rotavirus Vaccine Introduction in Ghana. Viruses, 15(12): 2453. https://doi.org/10.3390/v15122453.
Akyea-Bobi, N. E., Akorli, J., Opoku, M., Akporh, S. S., Amlalo, G. K., Osei, J. H. N., Frempong, K. K., Pi-Bansa, S., Boakye, H. A., Abudu, M., Akorli, E. A., Acquah-Baidoo, D., Pwalia, R., Bonney, J. H. K., Quansah, R. & Dadzie, S. K. (2023). Entomological risk assessment for transmission of arboviral diseases by Aedes mosquitoes in a domestic and forest site in Accra, Ghana. Plos one, 18(12): e0295390.  https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0295390.
Oppong, S. S., Naab, F.,  Akuffo, R. A. & Donkor, E. S. (2023) Functional status and quality of life of women with infertility in Southern Ghana: A cross-sectional study. Health Scienses Investigations Journal, 4 (2): 550 -559. https://doi.org/10.46829/hsijournal.2023.12.4.2.550-559.
Ahorlu, C. S., Atinbire, S. A., Sedzro, K. M., Alomatu, B., de Souza, D. K., Asamenyi-Mensah, K., Opare, J., Saunderson, P. & Weiland, S. (2023). Improving access to lymphatic filariasis MMDP services through an enhanced evidence-based, cascaded training model for health worker capacity strengthening in Ghana: an evaluation study. Frontiers in Tropical Diseases, 4: 1282218. https://doi.org/10.3389/fitd.2023.1282218.
Hamidu, S., Adams, L., Oduro, P. K., Zoiku, F. K., Aning, A., Ampem-Danso, E., Ampofo, J. A., Afiadenyo, M., Moane, S., Bennett, M. M., Kusi, K. A. & Obiri –Yeboah, D.  (2023). In vitro antiplasmodial activity, LC-MS analysis, and molecular docking studies of bioactive compounds from Tetrapleura tetraptera (Fabaceae) fruits. Scientific African, 22: e01944. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2023.e01944.
Dofuor, A. K., Quartey, N. K., Osabutey, A. F., Boateng, B. O., Lutuf, H., Osei, J. H. N., Ayivi-Tosuh, S. M., Aiduenu, A. F., Ekloh, W., Loh, S. K., Opoku, M. J., & Aidoo, O. F. (2023). The Global Impact of COVID-19: Historical Development, Molecular Characterization, Drug Discovery and Future Directions. Clinical Pathology, 16: 1- 21. https://doi.org/10.1177/2632010X231218075.
Osei-Kwasi, H., Akparibo, R., Zakariah-Akoto, S., Holdsworth, M., Nicolaou, M., Jackson, P. & Griffiths, P.  (2023). Towards healthier culinary practices among Ghanaian women in the UK: A photovoice analysis. Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, 82(OCE5). E288.  https://doi.org/10.1017/S0029665123003877.
Agbemabiese, C. A., Philip, A. A. & Patton, J. T. (2023). Recovery of Recombinant Rotaviruses by Reverse Genetics. In: Pérez, D.R. (eds) Reverse Genetics of RNA Viruses: Methods in Molecular Biology, 2733: 249-263. Humana, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-0716-3533-9_15
Danquah, K. O., Adankwah, E., Dadzie, H. E., Gyamfi, D., Adjei, E. A., P. P. O. & Morhe, E. (2023). Prolonged Duration of Air-Dry Fixation of Cervical Smears Produces Superior Cytomorphological Staining Quality over Conventional Wet-Fixed Smears.  Acta Cytologica, 67 (5): 528–532. https://doi.org/10.1159/000530924.
Jauneikaite, E., Baker, K.S., Nunn, J.G., Midega, J.T., Hsu, L.Y., Singh, S.R., Halpin, A.L., Hopkins, K.L., Price, J.R., Srikantiah, P., Egyir, B., Okeke, I. N., Holt, K. E., Peacock, S. J. & Feasey, N. A. (2023). Genomics for antimicrobial resistance surveillance to support infection prevention and control in health-care facilities. The Lancet Microbe, 4(12): e1040-e1046. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2666-5247(23)00282-3
Amoah, E., Enos, J. Y., Ganle, J., & Maya, E. T. (2023). Adolescents’ satisfaction with abortion services received and factors associated with satisfaction at reproductive health centres. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 79(12): 4828-4841. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.15823
Dai, J., Agbemabiese, C. A., Griffin, A. N., & Patton, J. T. (2023). Rotavirus capping enzyme VP3 inhibits interferon expression by inducing MAVS degradation  during viral replication. American Society for Microbiology, 14(6): e02255-23. https://doi.org/10.1128/mbio.02255-23.
Oseni, T. I., Blankson, P. K., Dele-Ojo, B. F., Duodu, F., Echieh, C. P., Alabi, S. B., Tayo, B. O., Sarpong, D. F., Amoakoh-Coleman, M., Boima, V. & Ogedegbe, G. (2023). Medication adherence and blood pressure control: A preliminary assessment of the role of health insurance in Nigeria and Ghana. SAGE Open Medicine. 11: 1–7. https://doi.org/10.1177/20503121231152324
Fall, A. K. D. J., Dechavanne, C., Sabbagh, A., Garcia, A., Courtin, D., & Migot-Nabias, F. (2023). Combined polymorphisms involving the IgG heavy chain and fc gamma receptors among Fulani and non-Fulani in Benin: Implications for the natural protection of young Fulani against plasmodium Falciparum malaria infections. Infection, Genetics and Evolution, 112: 105461. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.meegid.2023.105461
Oduro, D., Darko, S., Blankson, E. R., & Mensah, G. I. (2023). Assessment of bacteria contaminants in different zones and point sources of sandy beaches in Accra, Ghana. Microbiology Insights, 16: 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1177/11786361231195152
Guetchueng, S. T., Djouonzo, P. T., Lame, Y., Kowa, T. K., Dotse, E., Tchokouaha, L. R. Y., Wabo, H. R., Appiah-Opong, R. & Agbor, G. A. (2023). Antileishmanial anthraquinones from the rhyzomes of Rumex abyssinicus Jacq (Polygonaceae), Natural Product Research, 37(17): 2935-2939. https://doi.org/10.1080/14786419.2022.2137797

2022 Publications


Abana CZ, Lamptey H, Bonney EY, Kyei GB HIV cure strategies: which ones are appropriate for Africa?. Cell Mol Life Sci. 2022 Jul 6;79(8):400. doi: 10.1007/s00018-022-04421-z.PMID: 35794316 Free PMC article. Review.

Ablordey, A., & Portaels, F. (2022). Microbiology of Mycobacterium Ulcerans. In Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer: A Practical Guide (pp. 431-440). Cham: Springer International Publishing.

Acheampong E, Okyere E, Iddi S, Bonney JHK, Asamoah JKK, Wattis JAD, Gomes RL. Mathematical modelling of earlier stages of COVID-19 transmission dynamics in Ghana. Results Phys. 2022 Mar;34:105193. doi: 10.1016/j.rinp.2022.105193.
Epub 2022 Jan 14. PubMed PMID: 35070648; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC8759145.

Acquah SEK, Asare P, Danso EK, Tetteh P, Tetteh AY, Boateng D, Osei-Wusu S, Afum T, Ayamdooh YI, Akugre EA, Samad OA, Quaye L, Obiri-Danso K, Kock R, Asante-Poku A, Yeboah-Manu D. Molecular epidemiology of bovine tuberculosis in Northern Ghana identifies several uncharacterized bovine spoligotypes and suggests possible zoonotic transmission. PLoS Negl Trop Dis. 2022 Aug 11;16(8):e0010649. doi: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0010649. PMID: 35951638; PMCID: PMC9398027.

Adachi M, Taniguchi K, Hori H, Mizutani T, Ishizaka A, Ishikawa K, Matano T, Opare D, Arhin D, Asiedu FB, Ampofo WK. Strengthening surveillance in Ghana against public health emergencies of international concern. Tropical Medicine and Health. 2022 Dec;50(1):1-6.

Addo SO, Abrahams AOD, Mensah GI, Mawuli BA, Mosi L, Wiredu EK, Addo KK. Utility of anti-Mycobacterium tuberculosis antibody (ab905) for detection of mycobacterial antigens in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues from clinically and histologically suggestive extrapulmonary tuberculosis cases. Heliyon. 2022 Dec 16;8(12):e12370. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12370. PMID: 36590545; PMCID: PMC9800536.

Addo SO, Mensah GI, Mosi L, Abrahams AOD, Addo KK. Genetic diversity and drug resistance profiles of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex isolates from patients with extrapulmonary tuberculosis in Ghana and their associated host immune responses. IJID Reg. 2022 Jun 27;4:75-84. doi: 10.1016/j.ijregi.2022.06.005. PMID: 35813561; PMCID: PMC9263986.

Adjei DG, Mireku-Gyimah NA, Sarkodie JA, Nguessan BB, Kodua E, Amedior JK, Lartey IA, Adi-Dako O, Asiedu-Gyekye IJ, Nyarko AK. Antidiabetic properties of an Ethanolic leaf extract of Launaea taraxacifolia (Willd.) Amin ex C. Jeffrey (Asteraceae) in SD rats. Clinical Phytoscience. 2022 Dec;8(1):1-5.

Adjei VY, Mensah GI, Parry-Hanson Kunadu A, Tano-Debrah K, Ayi I, Addo KK. Microbial Safety of Beef Along Beef Value Chains in the Ashaiman Municipality of Ghana. Front Vet Sci. 2022 Jun 22;9:813422. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2022.813422. PMID: 35812857; PMCID: PMC9257630.

Adu-Gyamfi, R., Enos, J., Obiri-Yeboah, D., & Torpey, K. (2022). Theory-based determinants of modern contraceptive use in sub-Saharan Africa: an analysis of demographic and health surveys. medRxiv, 2022-07.

Afari, B. A., Enos, J. Y., Alangea, D. O., Addo-Lartey, A., & Manu, A. (2022). Predictors of HIV testing among women experiencing intimate partner violence in the Central Region of Ghana. PLOS Global Public Health, 2(5), e0000376.

Afeke, I., Adu-Amankwaah, J., Nyarko, M., Bushi, A., Ablordey, A. S., Duah, P. A., … & Orish, V. N. (2022). Acinetobacter baumannii-induced infective endocarditis: new insights into pathophysiology and antibiotic resistance mechanisms. Future Microbiology, 17(16), 1335-1344.

Afum T, Asandem DA, Asare P, Asante-Poku A, Mensah GI, Musah AB, Opare D, Taniguchi K, Guinko NM, Aphour T, Arhin D, Ishikawa K, Matano T, Mizutani T, Asiedu-Bekoe F, Kiyono H, Anang AK, Koram KA, Yeboah-Manu D. Diarrhea-Causing Bacteria and Their Antibiotic Resistance Patterns Among Diarrhea Patients From Ghana. Front Microbiol. 2022 May 19;13:894319. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.894319. PMID: 35663873; PMCID: PMC9161929.

Afum T, Asare P, Asante-Poku A, Darko-Otchere I, Morgan PA, Bedeley E, Asandem DA, Musah AB, Siam IM, Tetteh P, Adusi-Poku Y, Frimpong-Manso R, Bonney JHK, Ampofo W, Yeboah-Manu D. Diagnosis of tuberculosis among COVID-19 suspected cases in Ghana. PLoS One. 2022;16(12):e0261849. PubMed PMID: 34962960; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC8714104.
Agbana HB, Rogier E, Lo A, Abukari Z, Jones S, Gyan B, Aidoo M, Amoah LE Detecting asymptomatic carriage of Plasmodium falciparum in southern Ghana: utility of molecular and serological diagnostic tools..Malar J. 2022 Feb 19;21(1):57. doi: 10.1186/s12936-022-04078-w.PMID: 35183178 Free PMC article.
Agbenyeku, Mary A., Regina Appiah-Opong, Ernest Obese, Robert P. Biney, Emmanuel A. Adakudugu, Arnold D. Forkuo, Silas A. Osei, Mustapha K. Abeka, and Elvis O. Ameyaw. “In Vitro and In Vivo Effect of Xylopic Acid on Cytochrome P450 Enzymes.” Advances in Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences 2022 (2022).
Ahedor B, Kothalawala H, Kanagaratnam R, Vimalakumar SC, Otgonsuren D, Tuvshintulga B, Batmagnai E, Silva SS, Sivakumar T, Yokoyama N. First detection of Theileria equi in free-roaming donkeys (Equus africanus asinus) in Sri Lanka. Infection, Genetics and Evolution. 2022 Apr 1;99:105244.
Ahenkorah B, Sakyi SA, Helegbe G, Owiredu EW, Fondjo LA, Ofosu W, Der EM, Amoani B, Larbi AA, Cheetham S, Arthur-Johnson P, Kwablah GJ, Gyan B Foeto-maternal complications associated with low birth weight: A prospective multicenter study in northern Ghana.. PLoS One. 2022 Apr 8;17(4):e0266796. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0266796. eCollection 2022.PMID: 35395061 Free PMC article.
Ahorhorlu, S. Y., Quashie, N. B., Jensen, R. W., Kudzi, W., Nartey, E. T., Duah-Quashie, N. O., Zoiku, F., Jensen, R.W., Dzudzor, B., Wang, C.W., Hansson, H., Alifrangis, M., & Adjei, G. O. (2022). Assessment of Artemisinin Tolerance in Plasmodium Falciparum Field Isolates in Children with Uncomplicated Malaria in a Ghanaian Population (Pre-Print -Research Square).
Ahorlu C.S, Ndong I.C, Okyere D, Mensah B.A, Chu C.E, Enos J.Y and Abuaku B (2022). The Effect of Mass Testing, Treatment and Tracking on the Prevalence of Febrile Illness in Children under 15 in Ghana. Pathogens 2022, 11, 1118. https:// doi.org/10.3390/pathogens11101118
Ahorlu, C.S., Okyere, D., Pi-Bansa, S, Otchere J., Marfo B., Asemanyi-Mensah K., Opare J.L., Long E.L and Dziedzom K. de Souza (2022) COVID-19 related perception among some community members and frontline healthcare providers for NTD control in Ghana. BMC Infect Dis 22, 106 (2022), https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-022-07084-0
Ahorlu, C.S.; Otchere, J.; Sedzro, K.M.; Pi-Bansa, S.; Asemanyi-Mensah, K.; Opare, J.L.; Alomatu, B.; Long, E.F.; de Souza, D.K. A Comparative Study of Lymphatic Filariasis-Related Perceptions among Treated and Non-Treated Individuals in the Ahanta West Municipality of Ghana. Trop. Med. Infect. Dis. 2022, 7, 273. https://doi.org/10.3390/tropicalmed7100273
Akolgo, G., A., Ablordey, A., Pereko, J., Kotey, N.K., Paintsil, A., Adwapa, G., Croffie, A.A.,Donkoh, S.K., Amewu, R.(2022) Integrated Management strategies (Diagnosis,Treatment and Wound Care Management) for Improved Clinical Outcomes of Buruli ulcer in Ghana: A Retrospective Case Report in the Ga West Municipal Hospital, Amasaman. Clinical Medical Case Review Report http://dx.doi.org/10.23937/2378-3656/1410379
Akowuah KA, Akuffo RA, Boateng AT, Asigbee TW, Bonney JHK, Lamptey H, Adusei-Poku MA, Obodai E, Asante IA, Adjei S, Aboagye JO, Adu-Amankwah S, Partey FD, Kyei GB, Ampofo WK, Odoom JK, Bonney EY. SARS-CoV-2 infections among asymptomatic individuals contributed to COVID-19 cases: A cross-sectional study among prospective air travelers from Ghana. Front Public Health. 2022 Dec 14;10:1035763. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1035763. eCollection 2022.PMID: 36589973 Free PMC article.
Amewu RK, Amoateng P, Arthur PK, Asare P, Asiamah I, Boamah D, Otchere ID, Dzidzor Amengor C, Ekuadzi E, Chibale K, Farrell SJ, Appiah-Oppong R, Osei- Safo D, David Read K, Hugh Gilbert I, Yeboah-Manu D. Drug discovery research in Ghana, challenges, current efforts, and the way forward. PLoS Negl Trop Dis. 2022 Sep 15;16(9):e0010645. doi: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0010645. PMID: 36107859; PMCID: PMC9477258.
Amewu, R. K., Akolgo, G. A., Asare, M. E., Abdulai, Z., Ablordey, A. S., & Asiedu, K. (2022). Evaluation of the fluorescent-thin layer chromatography (f-TLC) for the diagnosis of Buruli ulcer disease in Ghana. Plos one, 17(8), e0270235.
Amissah, Jacqueline Naalamle, Forgive Enyonam Alorvor, Benjamin Azu Okorley, Chris Mpere Asare, Dorcas Osei-Safo, Regina Appiah-Opong, and Ivan Addae-Mensah. “Mineral Fertilization Influences the Growth, Cryptolepine Yield, and Bioefficacy of Cryptolepis sanguinolenta (Lindl.) Schlt.” Plants 11, no. 1 (2022): 122.
Amoa-Bosompem, M., Kobayashi, D., Faizal, AN., Kimura S., Antwi A., Agbosu E., Pratt D., Ohashi M., Bonney JHK., Dadzie S., Ejiri H., S, Ohta N., Sawabe K., Iwanaga S., and Isawa H. Screening for tick-borne and tick-associated viruses in ticks collected in Ghana. Archives of Virology (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-021-05296-4.
Amoah, L. E., Asare, K. K., Dickson, D., Anang, S. F., Busayo, A., Bredu, D., Asumah, G., Peprah, N., Asamoah, A., Abuaku, B. & Malm, K. L. (2022). Nationwide molecular surveillance of three Plasmodium species harboured by symptomatic malaria patients living in Ghana. Parasites & Vectors, 15(1), 40.
Amoakoh-Coleman, M., Klipstein-Grobusch, K. K., Vidzro, E. S., Arhinful, D. K., & Ansah, E. K. (2022). Obstetric referral processes and the role of inter-facility communication: the district level experience in the Greater Accra region of Ghana. Ghana Medical Journal, 56(3), 51-60.
Amoakoh-Coleman, M., Pigeon-Gagne, E., Agyepong, I. A., & Godt, S. (2022). Leading health systems change through research from within West and Central African experiences. Ghana Medical Journal, 56(3), 1-2.Ansoumane, B. E. R. E. T. E., Enos, J., Acheampong, G., Augustine, K., & Berete, K. (2022). Mapping of Health Resources in Lower Manya Krobo Municipality in the Eastern Region of Ghana (Pre-Print -Research Square).
Amoako-Sakyi D, Obiri-Yeboah D, Ofosu A, Kusi KA, Osei K, Adade R, Aniakwaa-Bonsu E, Quansah R, Arko-Mensah J, Amoah BY, Kwakye-Nuako G, Frimpong EY, Combasseré-Cherif M, Mohammed H, Maiga B, Fobil J, Quakyi I, Gyan A. Preponderance of vaccine-preventable diseases hotspots in northern Ghana: a spatial and space-time clustering analysis from 2010 to 2014. BA.BMC Public Health. 2022 Oct 12;22(1):1899. doi: 10.1186/s12889-022-14307-1.PMID: 36224589 Free PMC article.
Appah A, Beelen CJ, Kirkby D, Dong W, Shahid A, Foley B, Mensah M, Ganu V, Puplampu P, Amoah LE, Nii-Trebi NI, Brumme CJ, Brumme ZL Molecular Epidemiology of HIV-1 in Ghana: Subtype Distribution, Drug Resistance and Coreceptor Usage..Viruses. 2022 Dec 31;15(1):128. doi: 10.3390/v15010128.PMID: 36680168 Free PMC article.
Appiah-Opong, Regina, Kojo Agyemang, Eunice Dotse, Philip Atchoglo, Kofi Baffour-Awuah Owusu, Abigail Aning, Maxwell Sakyiamah et al. “Anti-plasmodial, cytotoxic and antioxidant activities of selected Ghanaian medicinal plants.” Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine 27 (2022): 2515690X211073709.
Arjarquah, A.K., Obodai, E., Anie, H.A., Osei, M.A., Odoom, J.K., Bonney, J.H.K., Behene, E., Kotey, E.N., Aboagye, J., Nyarko, S.O., Bentum, J., Yeboah, C., Kumordjie, S., Agbodzi, B., Attiku, K., Mawuli, G., LetiziaI, A., Ampofo, W.K., Quaye, O. (2022). Occurrence of influenza and bacterial infections in cancer patients receiving radiotherapy in Ghana. PLoS ONE 2022. 17(7): e0271877. https://doi.org/ 10.1371/journal.pone.0271877
Asante IA, Fox AT, Behene E, Awuku-Larbi Y, Kotey EN, et al. Epidemiology of influenza in Ghana, 2011 to 2019. PLOS Global Public Health. 2022 Dec; 2(12): e0001104. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0001104
Asante-Poku A, Morgan P, Osei-Wusu S, Aboagye SY, Asare P, Otchere ID, Adadey SM, Mnika K, Esoh K, Mawuta KH, Arthur N, Forson A, Mazandu GK, Wonkam A, Yeboah-Manu D. Genetic Analysis of TB Susceptibility Variants in Ghana Reveals Candidate Protective Loci in SORBS2 and SCL11A1 Genes. Front Genet. 2022 Feb 15;12:729737. doi: 10.3389/fgene.2021.729737. PMID: 35242163; PMCID: PMC8886735.
Asuming-Brempong, E. K., Ayi, I., van der Puije, W., Gyan, B. A., Larbi, I. A., Ashong, Y., … & Boakye, D. A. (2022). Increased ShTAL1 IgE responses post-Praziquantel treatment may be associated with a reduced risk to re-infection in a Ghanaian S. haematobium-endemic community. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 16(3), e0010115.
Aworh MK, Ekeng E, Nilsson P, Egyir B, Owusu-Nyantakyi C, Hendriksen RS. Extended-Spectrum ß-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Among Humans, Beef Cattle, and Abattoir Environments in Nigeria. Front Cell Infect Microbiol. 2022 Apr 7;12:869314. doi: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.869314. PMID: 35463650; PMCID: PMC9021871.
Bandoh B, Kyei-Baafour E, Aculley B, van der Puije W, Tornyigah B, Akyea-Mensah K, Hviid L, Ngala RA, Frempong MT, Ofori MF. Influence of α2-Macroglobulin, Anti-Parasite IgM and ABO Blood Group on Rosetting in Plasmodium falciparum Clinical Isolates and Their Associations with Disease Severity in a Ghanaian Population. J Blood Med. 2022;13:151-164 https://doi.org/10.2147/JBM.S329177
Baptista BO, de Souza ABL, Riccio EKP, Bianco-Junior C, Totino PRR, Martins da Silva JH, Theisen M, Singh SK, Amoah LE, Ribeiro-Alves M, Souza RM, Lima-Junior JC, Daniel-Ribeiro CT, Pratt-Riccio LR Naturally acquired antibody response to a Plasmodium falciparum chimeric vaccine candidate GMZ2.6c and its components (MSP-3, GLURP, and Pfs48/45) in individuals living in Brazilian malaria-endemic areas..Malar J. 2022 Jan 4;21(1):6. doi: 10.1186/s12936-021-04020-6.PMID: 34983540 Free PMC article.
Baxerres C, Kpatchavi C, Arhinful DK (2022). Distribution and access to medicines: Role of the pharmacist monopoly. In Baxerres C. & and Cassier M.(eds): Understanding Drugs Markets An Analysis of Medicines, Regulations and Pharmaceutical Systems in the Global South, Routledge, Taylor & Francis 2022 pp 72-93
Baxerres C, Sams K, Arhinful DK, Le Hesran J-Y (2022). When the pharmaceutical system creates persistent attachments or new appropriations of drug molecules: Divergent ACT distribution and use in Benin and Ghana. In Baxerres C. & and Cassier M.(eds): Understanding Drugs Markets An Analysis of Medicines, Regulations and Pharmaceutical Systems in the Global South, Routledge, Taylor & Francis 2022 pp 157-174
Baxerres C, Sams K., Houngnihin RA., Arhinful DK, Le Hesran J-Y (2022). Self-medication versus consultation: Individual autonomy and dependence in health decisions. In Baxerres C. & and Cassier M.(eds): Understanding Drugs Markets An Analysis of Medicines, Regulations and Pharmaceutical Systems in the Global South, Routledge, Taylor & Francis 2022 pp 225-248
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Dougnon VT, Legba BB, Gbaguidi B, Agbodjento E, Agbankpe AJ, Rocha D, Ayi I, Azonbakin S, Aboudoulatif D, Bonkoungou IJ, Klotoé JR, Agbangla C, Alitonou GA (2022) A review of some medicinal plants with the potential to defeat antimicrobial resistance: Cases of Benin, Togo, Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Cape Verde International Journal of One Health 8(2):2455-8931 DOI:10.14202/IJOH.2022.124-160
Adjei VY, Mensah GI, Parry-Hanson AK, Tano-Debrah K, Ayi I, Addo KK (2022) Microbial safety of beef along beef value chains in the Ashaiman Municipality of Ghana Frontiers in Veterinary Science 9:813422. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2022.813422
Asuming-Brempong EK, Ayi I, van der Puije W, Gyan BA, Larbi IA, Ashong Y, et al. (2022) Increased ShTAL1 IgE responses post-Praziquantel treatment may be associated with a reduced risk to re-infection in a Ghanaian S. haematobium-endemic community. PLoS Negl Trop Dis 16(3): e0010115. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0010115
Ghosh P, Chowdhury R, Maruf S, Picado A, Hossain F, Owen IS, Nath R, Baker J, Hasnain MG, Shomik MS, Ghosh D, Rashid M, Rashid MU, Sagar SK, Rahat MA, Basher A, Nath P, Edwards T, Andrews JR, Duthie MS, de Souza DK, Adams ER, Ndungu J, Cruz I, Mondal D. (2022)Gauging the skin resident Leishmania parasites through a loop mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) assay in post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis. Sci Rep 12:18069. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-21497-6
Ahorlu CS, Otchere J, Sedzro KM, Pi-Bansa S, Asemanyi-Mensah K, Opare JL, Alomatu B, Long EF, de Souza DK (2022). A Comparative Study of Lymphatic Filariasis-Related Perceptions among Treated and Non-Treated Individuals in the Ahanta West Municipality of Ghana. Trop. Med. Infect. Dis. 7:273. https://doi.org/10.3390/tropicalmed7100273
de Souza DK, Otchere J, Sumboh JG, Asiedu O, Opare J, Asemanyi-Mensah K, Boakye DA, Gass KM, Long EF and Ahorlu CS (2022). Finding and eliminating the reservoirs: Engage and treat, and test and treat strategies for lymphatic filariasis programs to overcome endgame challenges. Front. Trop. Dis. 3:953094. https://doi.org/10.3389/fitd.2022.953094
Makau-Barasa LK, Ochol D, Yotebieng KA, Adera CB and de Souza DK (2022). Moving from control to elimination of Visceral Leishmaniasis in East Africa. Front. Trop. Dis. 3:965609. https://doi.org/10.3389/fitd.2022.965609
de Souza DK, Picado A, Bessell PR, Liban A, Wachira D, Mwiti D, Matendechero SH, Bosch M, Ndung’u JM and Cruz I (2022). Strengthening Visceral Leishmaniasis Diagnosis Capacity to Improve Access to Care in Kenya: The Example of Marsabit County. Front. Trop. Dis, 2:809757. https://doi.org/10.3389/fitd.2021.809757
Ahorlu CS, Okyere D, Pi-Bansa S, Otchere J, Marfo B, Asemanyi-Mensah K, Opare JL, Long EF, de Souza DK (2022). COVID-19 related perception among some community members and frontline healthcare providers for NTD control in Ghana. BMC Infectious Diseases 22:106. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-022-07084-0
Fagbamigbe AF, Tolba MF, Amankwa EF, Mante PK, Sylverken AA, Zahouli JZB, Goonoo N, Mosi L, Oyebola K, Matoke-Muhia D, de Souza DK, Badu K, Dukhi N (2022). Implications of WHO COVID-19 interim guideline 2020.5 on the comprehensive care for infected persons in Africa Before, during and after clinical management of cases. Scientific African 15: e01083. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2021.e01083
Adinortey CA, Wilson M, Kwofie SK. Honey as a Natural Product Worthy of Re-Consideration in Treating MRSA Wound Infections. The Global Antimicrobial Resistance Epidemic – Innovative Approaches and Cutting-Edge Solutions [Internet]. 2022 Sep 14; Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.104219
Adinortey CA, Kwarko GB, Koranteng R, Boison D, Obuaba I, Wilson MD, Kwofie SK. (2022) Molecular Structure-Based Screening of the Constituents of Calotropis procera Identifies Potential Inhibitors of Diabetes Mellitus Target Alpha Glucosidase. Curr. Issues Mol. Biol. 2022, 44, 963–987. https://doi.org/10.3390/cimb44020064
Sakyi SA, Amoani B, Opoku S, Dzata L, Aniagyei W, Senu E, Dankwa K, Wilson MD. Assessing the role of eosinophil-mediated immune response markers in detecting hookworm infection: A case-control study in Kintampo, Ghana. Health Sci Rep. 2022 Jun 3;5(4):e674. doi: 10.1002/hsr2.674. PMID: 35662977; PMCID: PMC9165202.
Akorli EA, Ubiaru PC, Pradhan S, Akorli J and Ranford-Cartwright L (2022) Bio-products from Serratia marcescens isolated from Ghanaian Anopheles gambiae reduce Plasmodium falciparum burden in vector mosquitoes. Front. Trop. Dis.3:979615.doi: 10.3389/fitd.2022.979615
Suleiman N, Yaya A, Wilson MD, Aryee S, Kwofie SK. Density Functional Theory-Based Studies Predict Carbon Nanotubes as Effective Mycolactone Inhibitors. Molecules. 2022; 27(14):4440. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27144440
Kwame Amlalo G, Akorli J, Etornam Akyea-Bobi N, Sowa Akporh S, Aqua-Baidoo D, Opoku M, Frempong K, Pi-Bansa S, Boakye HA, Joannides J, Nyarko Osei JH, Pwalia R, Abla Akorli E, Manu A, Dadzie SK. Evidence of High Frequencies of Insecticide Resistance Mutations in Aedes aegypti (Culicidae) Mosquitoes in Urban Accra, Ghana: Implications for Insecticide-based Vector Control of Aedes-borne Arboviral Diseases. J Med Entomol. 2022 Nov 16;59(6):2090-2101. doi: 10.1093/jme/tjac120. PMID: 36066455.
Oxendine Harp, K.; Bashi, A.; Botchway, F.; Dei-Adomakoh, Y.; Iqbal, S.A.; Wilson, M.D.; Adjei, A.; Stiles, J.K.; Driss, A. MicroRNAsmiR-451a and let-7i-5p Profiles in Circulating Exosomes Vary among Individuals with Different Sickle Hemoglobin Genotypes and Malaria.J. Clin. Med.2022,11, 500.https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm11030500
Sakyi PO, Broni E, Amewu RK, Miller WA III, Wilson MD and Kwofie SK (2022) Homology Modeling, de Novo Design of Ligands, and Molecular Docking Identify Potential Inhibitors of Leishmania donovani24-Sterol Methyl transferase. Front. Cell. Infect. Microbiol. 12:859981. doi: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.859981ORIGINAL RESEARCH published: 02 June 2022doi: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.859981
Freeman EA, Carlton EJ, Paull S, Dadzie S, Buchwald A. (2022) Utilizing citizen science to model the distribution of Aedes aegypti in West Africa. J Vector Ecol. 2022 Jun;47(1):117-127. doi: 10.52707/1081-1710-47.1.117. PMID: 36629363
Kasai S, Itokawa K, Uemura N, Takaoka A, Furutani S, Maekawa Y, Kobayashi D, Imanishi-Kobayashi N, Amoa-Bosompem M, Murota K, Higa Y, Kawada H, Minakawa N, Cuong TC, Yen NT, Phong TV, Keo S, Kang K, Miura K, Ng LC, Teng HJ, Dadzie S, Subekti S, Mulyatno KC, Sawabe K, Tomita T, Komagata O. (2022) Discovery of super-insecticide-resistant dengue mosquitoes in Asia: Threats of concomitant knockdown resistance mutations, Sci Adv. Dec 21;8(51):eabq7345. doi: 10.1126/sciadv.abq7345. Epub 2022 Dec 21. PMID: 36542722 Free PMC article.
Amoa-Bosompem M, Kobayashi D, Faizah AN, Kimura S, Antwi A, Agbosu E, Pratt D, Ohashi M, Bonney JHK, Dadzie S, Ejiri H, Ohta N, Sawabe K, Iwanaga S, Isawa H. (2022) Screening for tick-borne and tick-associated viruses in ticks collected in Ghana. Arch Virol., Jan;167(1):123-130. doi: 10.1007/s00705-021-05296-4. Epub 2021 Nov 10. PMID: 34757503
Nimo-Paintsil SC, Mosore M, Addo SO, Lura T, Tagoe J, Ladzekpo D, Addae C, Bentil RE, Behene E, Dafeamekpor C, Asoala V, Fox A, Watters CM, Koehler JW, Schoepp RJ, Arimoto H, Dadzie S, Letizia A, Diclaro JW 2nd (2022) Ticks and prevalence of tick-borne pathogens from domestic animals in Ghana Parasit Vectors. 2022 Mar 12;15(1):86. doi: 10.1186/s13071-022-05208-8. PMID: 35279200 Free PMC article
Agyekum TP, Arko-Mensah J, Botwe PK, Hogarh JN, Issah I, Dwomoh D, Billah MK, Dadzie SK, Robins TG, Fobil JN. (2022) Effects of elevated temperatures on the development of immature stages of Anopheles gambiae (s.l.) mosquitoes. Trop Med Int Health. Apr;27(4):338-346. doi: 10.1111/tmi.13732. Epub 2022 Feb 18. PMID: 35146843
Dadzie SK, Akorli J, Coulibaly MB, Ahadji-Dabla KM, Baber I, Bobanga T, Boukhary AOMS, Canelas T, Facchinelli L, Gonçalves A, Guelbeogo M, Kamgang B, Keita IK, Konan L, Levine R, Dzuris N, Lenhart A; WAASuN contributors (2022) Building the capacity of West African countries in Aedes surveillance: inaugural meeting of the West African Aedes Surveillance Network (WAASuN). Parasit Vectors. Oct 21;15(1):381. doi: 10.1186/s13071-022-05507-0. PMID: 36271451 Free PMC article.
Agyekum TP, Arko-Mensah J, Botwe PK, Hogarh JN, Issah I, Dwomoh D, Billah MK, Dadzie SK, Robins TG, Fobil JN. (2022) Effects of Elevated Temperatures on the Growth and Development of Adult Anopheles gambiae (s.l.) (Diptera: Culicidae) Mosquitoes. J Med Entomol. Jul 13;59(4):1413-1420. doi: 10.1093/jme/tjac046. PMID: 35452118
Agyekum TP, Arko-Mensah J, Botwe PK, Hogarh JN, Issah I, Dadzie SK, Dwomoh D, Billah MK, Robins T, Fobil JN. (2022) Relationship between temperature and Anopheles gambiae sensu lato mosquitoes’ susceptibility to pyrethroids and expression of metabolic enzymes. Parasit Vectors. May 8;15(1):163. doi: 10.1186/s13071-022-05273-z. PMID: 35527275 Free PMC article
Kwame Amlalo G, Akorli J, Etornam Akyea-Bobi N, Sowa Akporh S, Aqua-Baidoo D, Opoku M, Frempong K, Pi-Bansa S, Boakye HA, Joannides J, Nyarko Osei JH, Pwalia R, Abla Akorli E, Manu A, Dadzie SK (2022) Evidence of High Frequencies of Insecticide Resistance Mutations in Aedes aegypti (Culicidae) Mosquitoes in Urban Accra, Ghana: Implications for Insecticide-based Vector Control of Aedes-borne Arboviral Diseases. J Med Entomol. Nov 16;59(6):2090-2101. doi: 10.1093/jme/tjac120.
Egid BR, Coulibaly M, Dadzie SK, Kamgang B, McCall PJ, Sedda L, Toe KH, Wilson AL.(2022) Review of the ecology and behaviour of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in Western Africa and implications for vector control. Curr Res Parasitol Vector Borne Dis. 2022; 2:100074. doi: 10.1016/j.crpvbd.2021.100074. PMID: 35726222 Free PMC article
Tiedje KE, Oduro AR, Bangre O, Amenga-Etego L, Dadzie SK, Appawu MA, Frempong K, Asoala V, Ruybal-Pésantez S, Narh CA, Deed SL, Argyropoulos DC, Ghansah A, Agyei SA, Segbaya S, Desewu K, Williams I, Simpson JA, Malm K, Pascual M, Koram KA, Day KP. (2022) Indoor residual spraying with a non-pyrethroid insecticide reduces the reservoir of Plasmodium falciparum in a high-transmission area in northern Ghana. PLOS Glob Public Health. 2(5):e0000285. doi: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0000285. Epub 2022 May 18. PMID: 35600674 Free PMC article.
Kwofie SK, Asiedu SO, Koranteng R, Quarshie E, Tiburu EK, Miller WA 3rd, Adinortey MB, Wilson MD. Computer-aided identification of potential inhibitors against Necator americanus glutathione S-transferase 3. Inform Med Unlocked. 2022;30:100957. doi: 10.1016/j.imu.2022.100957. PMID: 36570094; PMCID: PMC9784411.
Thomas JJ, Harp KO, Bashi A, Hood JL, Botchway F, Wilson MD, Thompson WE, Stiles JK and Driss A (2022) MiR-451a and let-7i-5p loaded extracellular vesicles attenuate heme-induced inflammation in hiPSC-derived endothelial cells. Front. Immunol.13:1082414.doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.1082414
Enninful KS, Kwofie SK, Tetteh-Tsifoanya M, LampteyANL, Djameh G, Nyarko S, Ghansah A and Wilson MD (2022) Targeting the Plasmodium falciparum’s Thymidylate Monophosphate Kinase for the Identification of Novel Antimalarial Natural Compounds. Front. Cell. Infect. Microbiol. 12:868529.doi: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.868529 published: 25 May 2022doi: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.868529
Tette, F.-M.; Kwofie, S.K.; Wilson, M.D. Therapeutic Anti-Depressant Potential of Microbial GABA Produced by Lactobacillus rhamnosus Strains for GABAergic Signaling Restoration and Inhibition of Addiction-Induced HPA Axis Hyperactivity. Curr. Issues Mol. Biol.2022,44, 1434–1451.https://doi.org/10.3390/cimb44040096Academic
Kinga H, Kengne-Ouafo JA, King SA, Egyirifa RK, Aboagye-Antwi F, Akorli J. Water Physicochemical Parameters and Microbial Composition Distinguish Anopheles and Culex Mosquito Breeding Sites: Potential as Ecological Markers for Larval Source Surveillance. J Med Entomol. 2022 Sep 14;59(5):1817-1826. doi: 10.1093/jme/tjac115. PMID: 35920087.
Amexo JX, Negoro M, Kuurdor ED, Lartey BL, Sokejima S, Sugata K, Tonto PB, Taniguchi K. 2022. Molecular Epidemiology of Norovirus (NoV) Infection in Mie Prefecture: The Kinetics of Norovirus Antigenemia in Pediatric Patients. Viruses 14.
Cohen AL, Platts-Mills JA, Nakamura T, Operario DJ, Antoni S, Mwenda JM, Weldegebriel G, Rey-Benito G, de Oliveira LH, Ortiz C, Daniels DS, Videbaek D, Singh S, Njambe E, Sharifuzzaman M, Grabovac V, Nyambat B, Logronio J, Armah G, Dennis FE, Seheri ML, Magagula N, Mphahlele J, Fumian TM, Maciel ITA, Gagliardi Leite JP, Esona MD, Bowen MD, Samoilovich E, Semeiko G, Abraham D, Giri S, Praharaj I, Kang G, Thomas S, Bines J, Liu N, Kyu HH, Doxey M, Rogawski McQuade ET, McMurry TL, Liu J, Houpt ER, Tate JE, Parashar UD, Serhan F. 2022. Aetiology and incidence of diarrhoea requiring hospitalisation in children under 5 years of age in 28 low-income and middleincome countries: findings from the Global Pediatric Diarrhea Surveillance network. BMJ Glob Health 7.
Kim AH, Armah G, Dennis F, Wang L, Rodgers R, Droit L, Baldridge MT, Handley SA, Harris VC. 2022. Enteric virome negatively affects seroconversion following oral rotavirus vaccination in a longitudinally sampled cohort of Ghanaian infants. Cell Host Microbe 30:110-123 e5.
Mwangi PN, Page NA, Seheri ML, Mphahlele MJ, Nadan S, Esona MD, Kumwenda B, Kamng’ona AW, Donato CM, Steele DA, Ndze VN, Dennis FE, Jere KC, Nyaga MM. 2022. Evolutionary changes between pre- and post-vaccine South African group A G2P[4] rotavirus strains, 2003-2017. Microb Genom 8.
Were FN, Jere KC, Armah GE, Mphahlele MJ, Mwenda JM, Steele AD. 2022. Maintaining Momentum for Rotavirus Immunization in Africa during the COVID19 Era: Report of the 13th African Rotavirus Symposium. Vaccines (Basel) 10.
Mccloskey P, Folson G, Akoto S, Bannerman B, Ador G, Atadze V, et al. Ghana Food Atlas Images. 2022.
Braga BC, Arrieta A, Bannerman B, Doyle F, Folson G, Gangupantulu R, et al. Measuring adherence, acceptability and likability of an artificial-intelligence-based, gamified phone application to improve the quality of dietary choices of adolescents in Ghana and Vietnam: Protocol of a randomized controlled pilot test. Frontiers in Digital Health. 2022;4.
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Lambrecht NJ, Bridges D, Wilson ML, Adu B, Eisenberg JN, Folson G, et al. Associations of bacterial enteropathogens with systemic inflammation, iron deficiency, and anemia in preschool-age children in southern Ghana. Plos one. 2022;17(7):e0271099.
Braga BC, Nguyen PH, Aberman N-L, Doyle F, Folson G, Hoang N, et al. Exploring an Artificial Intelligence–Based, Gamified Phone App Prototype to Track and Improve Food Choices of Adolescent Girls in Vietnam: Acceptability, Usability, and Likeability Study. JMIR Formative Research. 2022;6(7):e35197.
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Egbi G, Larbi IA, Nti H, Marquis GS, Lartey A, Aryeetey R. Anemia prevalence and associated factors among school-age children in Accra and Kumasi metropolis in Ghana. Afri J Food Agric Nutr Dev. 2022; 22(2): 19457-19470.

2021 Publications


1. Kretchy, J.P., Dzodzomenyo, M. , Ayi, I., Dwomoh, D., Agyabeng, K., Konradsen, F. & Anders Dalsgaard ( 2021) .

2. The Incidence, Intensity, and Risk Factors for Soil Transmissible Helminthes Infections among Waste Handlers in a Large Coastal Periurban Settlement in Southern Ghana. doi: 10.1155/2021/5205793. PMCID: PMC7949191

3. Tandoh, K.Z., Amenga-Etego, L., Quashie, N.B., Awandare,G., Wilson,M. & Duah-Quashie, N.O. (2021) Plasmodium falciparum Malaria Parasites in Ghana Show Signatures of Balancing Selection at Artemisinin Resistance Predisposing Background Genes. doi: 10.1177/1176934321999640

4. Egyir,B., Bentum, J., Attram, N., Fox, A., Obeng-Nkrumah, N., Appiah-Korang,, L., Behene, E., Kumordjie, S., Yeboah, C., Agbodzi, B., Bentil, R.E., Tagoe, R., Tabi, B.K.A., Owusu, F., Dayie, N.,T.K.D., Donkor,E.S., Nsaful,J., Asah-Opoku, K., Nyarko, E., Asumanu, E., Larsen, A.R., Wolfe, D.M. & Letizia,A.G. (2021) Whole Genome Sequencing and Antimicrobial Resistance of Staphylococcus aureus from Surgical Site Infections in Ghana. doi: 10.3390/pathogens10020196

5. Amoani, B., Adu, B., Frempong, M.T., Sarkodie-Addo, T., Nuvor, S.V., Abu, E.K., Harrison, L.M., Cappello, M., Gyan, B. & Wilson, M.D. ( 2021). Cytokine profiles of Necator americanus and Plasmodium falciparum co-infected patients in rural Ghana. doi: 10.1016/j.cytox.2019.100014

6. Ofori, M.F., Kploanyi, E.E., Mensah, B.A., Dickson, E.K., Kyei-Baafour, E., Gyabaa, S., Tetteh, M., Koram, K.A., Abuaku, B.K. & Ghansah, A. (2021). Ex vivo Sensitivity Profile of Plasmodium falciparum Clinical Isolates to a Panel of Antimalarial Drugs in Ghana 13 Years After National Policy Change. doi: 10.2147/IDR.S295277
7. Kenu, E., Frimpong, J.A. & Koram, K.A.( 2021). Responding To the COVID-19 Pandemic In Ghana. doi: 10.4314/gmj.v54i2.1

8. Abuaku, B., Amoah, L.E., Peprah, N.Y., Asamoah, A., Amoako, E.O., Donu, D., Adu, G.A. & Malm, K.L. ( 2021). Malaria parasitaemia and mRDT diagnostic performances among symptomatic individuals in selected health care facilities across Ghana. doi: 10.1186/s12889-021-10290-1

9. Kwofie, S.K., Broni, E., Asiedu, S.O., Kwarko, G.B., Dankwa, B., Enninful, K.S., Tiburu, E.K. & Wilson, M.D. ( 2021). Cheminformatics-Based Identification of Potential Novel Anti-SARS-CoV-2 Natural Compounds of African Origin. doi: 10.3390/molecules26020406

10. Attiku, K., Bonney, J., Agbosu, E., Bonney, E., Puplampu, P., Ganu, V., Odoom, J., Aboagye, J., Mensah, J., Agyemang, S., Awuku-Larbi, Y., Arjarquah, A., Mawuli, G. & Quaye, O.( 2021). Circulation of hepatitis delta virus and occult hepatitis B virus infection amongst HIV/HBV co-infected patients in Korle-Bu, Ghana. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0244507

11. N’guessan, B.B., Asiamah, A.D., Arthur, N.K., Frimpong-Manso, S., Amoateng, P., Amponsah, S.K., Kukuia, K.E., Sarkodie, J.A., Opuni, K.F.M., Asiedu-Gyekye, I.J. & Appiah-Opong, R. ( 2021). Ethanolic extract of Nymphaea lotus L. (Nymphaeaceae) leaves exhibits in vitro antioxidant, in vivo anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activities on Jurkat and MCF-7 cancer cell lines. doi: 10.1186/s12906-020-03195-w

12. Bonney, E.Y., Lamptey, H., Aboagye, J.O., Abana, C.Z.Y., Boateng, A.T., Quansah, D.N.K., Obo-Akwa, A., Ganu, V.J., Puplampu, P. & Kyei, G.B. ( 2021). Unwillingness of patients in Ghana to interrupt antiretroviral therapy for HIV cure research. doi: 10.1016/j.jve.2020.100027

13. Tomokawa, S., Miyake, K., Akiyama, T., Makino, Y., Nishio, A., Kobayashi, J., Jimba, M., Ayi, I., Njenga, S.M. & Asakura, T. ( 2021). Effective school-based preventive interventions for alcohol use in Africa: a systematic review. doi: 10.4314/ahs.v20i3.45

14. Amoani, B., Gyan, B., Sakyi, S.A., Abu, E,K., Nuvor, S.V., Barnes, P., Sarkodie-Addo, T., Ahenkorah, B., Sewor, C., Dwomoh, D., Theisen, M., Cappello, M., Wilson, M.D. & Adu, B. ( 2021). Effect of hookworm infection and anthelmintic treatment on naturally acquired antibody responses against the GMZ2 malaria vaccine candidate and constituent antigens. doi: 10.1186/s12879-021-06027-5

15. Ameke, S., Asare, P., Aboagye, S.Y., Otchere, I.D., Osei-Wusu, S., Yeboah-Manu, D. & Asante-Poku, A. ( 2021). Molecular epidemiology of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex in the Volta Region of Ghana. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0238898

16. Thiam, L.G., Nyarko, P.B., Kusi, K.A., Niang, M., Aniweh, Y. & Awandare , G.A. ( 2021). Blood donor variability is a modulatory factor for P. falciparum invasion phenotyping assays. doi: 10.1038/s41598-021-86438-1

17. Broni, E., Kwofie, S.K., Asiedu, S.O., Miller, W.A., III. & Wilson, M.D. ( 2021). A Molecular Modeling Approach to Identify Potential Antileishmanial Compounds Against the Cell Division Cycle (cdc)-2-Related Kinase 12 (CRK12) Receptor of Leishmania donovani. doi: 10.3390/biom11030458

18. Addo, S.O., Mensah, G.L., Mosi, L., Abrahams, A., Bonfoh, B., Kazwala, R., Zinsstag, J. & Addo, K.K. (2021). Trends in extrapulmonary TB cases at three teaching hospitals in Ghana, 2008–2017. doi: 10.5588/pha.20.0061

19. Bredu, D., Donu, D. & Amoah, L.E. (2021) Dynamics of the Composition of Plasmodium Species Contained within Asymptomatic Malaria Infections in the Central Region of Ghana. doi: 10.1155/2021/7419548

20. Dayie, N.T.K.D., Sekoh, D.N.K., Kotey, F.C.N., Egyir, B., Tetteh-Quarcoo, P.B., Adutwum-Ofosu, K.K., Ahenkorah, J., Osei, M.M. & Donkor, E.S. ( 2021). Nasopharyngeal Carriage of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) among Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Children in the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine Era. doi: 10.3390/idr13010022

21. Acquah, F.K., Donu, D., Obboh, E.K., Bredu, D., Mawuli, B., Amponsah, J.A., Quartey, J. & Amoah, L.E. ( 2021). Diagnostic performance of an ultrasensitive HRP2-based malaria rapid diagnostic test kit used in surveys of afebrile people living in Southern Ghana. doi: 10.1186/s12936-021-03665-7

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140. Afum T, Asare P, Asante-Poku A, Darko-Otchere I, Morgan PA, Bedeley E, Asandem DA, Musah AB, Siam IM, Tetteh P, Adusi-Poku Y, Frimpong-Manso R, Bonney JHK, Ampofo W, Yeboah-Manu D.PLoS One. 2021 Dec 28;16(12):e0261849. Emergence of oxacillinase-181 carbapenemase-producing diarrheagenic Escherichia coli in Ghana doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0261849. eCollection 2021. PMID: 34962960
141. Prah I, Ayibieke A, Mahazu S, Sassa CT, Hayashi T, Yamaoka S, Suzuki T, Iwanaga S, Ablordey A, Saito R.Emerg Microbes Infect. 2021 Dec;10(1):865-873. Assessment of the proportion of recent HIV-1 infections in newly-diagnosed cases in Ghana. doi: 10.1080/22221751.2021.1920342.PMID: 33879019
142. Matsuoka S, Adusei-Poku MA, Abana CZ, Duker EO, Bonney EY, Ofori SB, Parbie PK, Okazaki M, Kawana-Tachikawa A, Ishikawa K, Ampofo WK, Matano T.Jpn J Infect Dis. 2021 Dec 28. Enteric virome negatively affects seroconversion following oral rotavirus vaccination in a longitudinally sampled cohort of Ghanaian infants. doi: 10.7883/yoken.JJID.2021.573. Online ahead of print.PMID: 34980705
143. Kim AH, Armah G, Dennis F, Wang L, Rodgers R, Droit L, Baldridge MT, Handley SA, Harris VC.Cell Host Microbe. 2022 Jan 12;30(1):110-123.e5. Guiding placement of health facilities using multiple malaria criteria and an interactive tool. doi: 10.1016/j.chom.2021.12.002. Epub 2021 Dec 20.PMID: 34932985
144. Toh KB, Millar J, Psychas P, Abuaku B, Ahorlu C, Oppong S, Koram K, Valle D.Malar J. 2021 Dec 3;20(1):455. Possible Dissemination of Escherichia coli Sequence Type 410 Closely Related to B4/H24RxC in Ghana. doi: 10.1186/s12936-021-03991-w.PMID: 34861874
145. Mahazu S, Prah I, Ayibieke A, Sato W, Hayashi T, Suzuki T, Iwanaga S, Ablordey A, Saito R.Front Microbiol. 2021 Dec 1;12:770130. Chikungunya viruses containing the A226V mutation detected retrospectively in Cameroon form a new geographical subclade. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2021.770130. eCollection 2021.PMID: 34925277
146. Agbodzi B, Yousseu FBS, Simo FBN, Kumordjie S, Yeboah C, Mosore MT, Bentil RE, Prieto K, Colston SM, Attram N, Nimo-Paintsil S, Fox AT, Bonney JHK, Ampofo W, Coatsworth HG, Dinglasan RR, Wolfe DM, Wiley MR, Demanou M, Letizia AG.Int J Infect Dis. 2021 Dec;113:65-73. Community engagement: The key to tackling Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) across a One Health context? doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2021.09.058. Epub 2021 Sep 27.PMID: 34592442
147. Mitchell J, Cooke P, Ahorlu C, Arjyal A, Baral S, Carter L, Dasgupta R, Fieroze F, Fonseca-Braga M, Huque R, Lewycka S, Kalpana P, Saxena D, Tomley F, Tsekleves E, Vu Thi Quynh G, King R.Glob Public Health. 2021 Dec 9:1-18. doi: 10.1080/17441692.2021.2003839. Online ahead of print.PMID: 34882505
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151. Kusi, K.A, Ofori, E.A, Akyea-Mensah, K, Kyei-Baafour, E, Frimpong, A, Ennuson, N.A, Belmonte, M, Ganeshan, H, Huang, J, Amoah, L.E, Villasante, E. & Sedegah, M.(2021). Towards large-scale identification of HLA-restricted T cell epitopes from four vaccine candidate antigens in a malaria endemic community in Ghana. doi: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2021.12.042.
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2020 Publications

Genomic Epidemiology in Filarial Nematodes: Transforming the Basis for Elimination Program Decisions. Hedtke SM, Kuesel AC, Crawford KE, Graves PM, Boussinesq M, Lau CL, Boakye DA, Grant WN. Front Genet. 2020; 10:1282. doi: 10.3389/fgene.2019.01282.

Lockdown measures in response to COVID-19 in nine sub-Saharan African countries. Haider N, Osman AY, Gadzekpo A, Akipede GO, Asogun D, Ansumana R, Lessells RJ, Khan P, Hamid MMA, Yeboah-Manu D, Mboera L, Shayo EH, Mmbaga BT, Urassa M, Musoke D, Kapata N, Ferrand RA, Kapata PC, Stigler F, Czypionka T, Zumla A, Kock R, McCoy D. BMJ Glob Health. 2020; 5(10): e003319. doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2020-003319.

Aedes-borne disease outbreaks in West Africa: A call for enhanced surveillance. Buchwald AG, Hayden MH,  Dadzie  SK,  Paull  SH,  Carlton  EJ.  Acta  Trop.  2020; 209:105468.  doi:  10.1016/j.actatropica.2020.105468.

Medicinal plants used in the treatment of tuberculosis – Ethnobotanical and ethnopharmacological approaches. Shari-Rad J, Salehi B, Stojanović-Radić ZZ, Fokou PVT, Shari-Rad M, Mahady GB, Shari-Rad M, Masjedi MR, Lawal TO, Ayatollahi SA, Masjedi J, Shari-Rad R, Setzer WN, Shari-Rad M, Kobarfard F, Rahman AU, Choudhary MI, Ata A, Iriti

M. Biotechnol Adv. 2020; 44:107629. doi: 10.1016/j.biotechadv.2020.107629.
A critical review of intervention and policy effects on the health of older people in sub- Saharan Africa. Lloyd-Sherlock P, Amoakoh-Coleman M. Soc Sci Med. 2020; 250:112887.  doi:  10.1016/j.socscimed.2020.112887.

Promoting Undetectable Equals Untransmittable in Sub-Saharan Africa: Implication for Clinical Practice and ART Adherence. omford NE, Mhandire D, Dandara C, Kyei GB.Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2020;17(17):6163. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17176163.

Implementation of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) in Ghana: Lessons for South Africa and Low- and Middle-Income Countries. Christmals CD, Aidam
K.Risk Manag Healthc Policy. 2020; 13:1879-1904. doi: 10.2147/RMHP.S245615.
Outwitting an Old Neglected Nemesis: A Review on Leveraging Integrated Data-

Driven Approaches to Aid in Unraveling of Leishmanicides of erapeutic Potential. Kwoe SK, Broni E, Dankwa B, Enninful KS, Kwarko GB, Darko L, Durvasula R, Kempaiah P, Rathi B, Miller Iii WA, Yaya A, Wilson MD.Curr Top Med Chem. 2020;20(5):349-366. doi: 10.2174/1568026620666200128160454.

Predictors of Adverse TB Treatment Outcome among TB/HIV Patients Compared with Non-HIV Patients in the Greater Accra Regional Hospital from 2008 to 2016. Hayibor KM, Bandoh DA, Asante-Poku A, Kenu E. Tuberc Res Treat. 2020; 2020:1097581. doi: 10.1155/2020/1097581.

Perspectives on Research Internships for Medical Students and Young Doctors in Ghana: An Opportu-nity to Replenish the Stock of Physician Investigators? Tette EMA, Gyan BA, Koram KA. Adv Med Educ Pract. 2020; 11:473-478. doi: 10.2147/AMEP.S243719.

Endemic Burkitt lymphoma – an aggressive childhood cancer linked to Plasmodium falciparum exposure, but not to exposure to other malaria parasites. Quintana MDP, Smith- Togobo C, Moormann A, Hviid L.APMIS. 2020;128(2):129-135. doi: 10.1111/apm.13018.
12. Systematic review of prediction models for gestational hypertension and preeclampsia. Antwi E, Amoakoh-Coleman M, Vieira DL, Madhavaram S, Koram KA, Grobbee DE, Agyepong IA, Klipstein-Grobusch K.PLoS One. 2020; 15(4): e0230955. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0230955.

Non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections-A neglected and emerging problem. Ahmed I, Tiberi S, Farooqi J, Jabeen K, Yeboah-Manu D, Migliori GB, Hasan R.Int J Infect Dis. 2020;92S:S46-S50. doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2020.02.022.

COVID-19-Zoonosis or Emerging Infectious Disease? Haider N, Rothman-Ostrow P, Osman AY, Arruda LB, Macfarlane-Berry L, Elton L, omason MJ, Yeboah-Manu D, Ansumana R, Kapata N, Mboera L, Rushton J, McHugh TD, Heymann DL, Zumla A, Kock RA. Front Public Health. 2020; 8:596944. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2020.596944.
National population-based tuberculosis prevalence survey in Ghana, 2013. Bonsu F, Addo KK, Alebachew Z, Gyapong J, Badu-Peprah A, Gockah R, Hanson-Nortey NN, Law I, Tadolini M, Onozaki I, Sismanidis C, Owusu-Dabo E. Int J Tuberc Lung Dis. 2020;24(3):321-328. doi: 10.5588/ijtld.19.0163.

Antiplasmodial and Genotoxic Study of Selected Ghanaian Medicinal Plants. Adukpo S, Elewosi D, Asmah RH, Nyarko AK, Ekpe PK, Edoh DA, Ofori MF. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2020;2020:1582724. doi: 10 .1155/2020/1582724.
Computational/in silico methods in drug target and lead prediction. Agamah FE, Mazandu GK, Hassan R, Bope CD, omford NE, Ghansah A, Chimusa ER. Brief Bioinform. 2020;21(5):1663-1675. doi: 10.1093/bib/bbz103.

Prevalence and Characterization of Carbapenem-Hydrolyzing Class D β-Lactamase- Producing Acinetobacter Isolates From Ghana. Ayibieke A, Kobayashi A, Suzuki M, Sato W, Mahazu S, Prah I, Mizoguchi M, Moriya K, Hayashi T, Suzuki T, Iwanaga S, Ablordey A, Saito R. Front Microbiol. 2020;11:587398. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2020.587398.
Modeling of rotavirus transmission dynamics and impact of vaccination in Ghana. Asare EO, Al-Mamun MA, Armah GE, Lopman BA, Parashar UD, Binka F, Pitzer VE. Vaccine. 2020;38(31):4820-4828. doi: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2020.05.057.
Towards evidence-based policies to strengthen acute stroke care in low-middle-income countries. Baatiema L, Abimbola S, de-Gra Aikins A, Damasceno A, Kengne AP, Sarfo FS, Charway-Felli A, Somerset S.J Neurol Sci. 2020;418:117117. doi: 10.1016/j.jns.2020.117117.
Cytotoxic and Antioxidant Effects of Antimalarial Herbal Mixtures. Dadzie I, Avorgbedo SA, Appiah-Opong R, Cudjoe O.Int J Microbiol. 2020;2020:8645691. doi: 10.1155/2020/8645691.
Estimation of parasite age and synchrony status in Plasmodium falciparum infections. Ciuffreda L, Zoiku  FK,  Quashie  NB,  Ranford-Cartwright  LC.Sci  Rep. 2020;10(1):10925.  doi:  10.1038/s41598-020-67817-6.
The Plasmodium falciparum circumsporozoite protein produced in Lactococcus lactis is pure and stable. Singh SK, Plieskatt J, Chourasia BK, Singh V, Bolscher JM, Dechering KJ, Adu B, López-Méndez B, Kaviraj S, Locke E, King CR, eisen M.J Biol Chem. 2020;295(2):403-414. doi: 10.1074/jbc.RA119.011268.
Asymptomatic Malaria Infection Is Maintained by a Balanced Pro- and Anti-inammatory Response. Frimpong A, Amponsah J, Adjokatseh AS, Agyemang D, Bentum-Ennin L, Ofori EA, Kyei-Baafour E, Akyea-Mensah K, Adu B, Mensah GI, Amoah LE, Kusi KA.Front Microbiol. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2020.559255.
Safety, reactogenicity, and immunogenicity of a chimpanzee adenovirus vectored Ebola vaccine in children in Africa: a randomised, observer-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 2 trial. Tapia MD, Sow SO, Mbaye KD, iongane A, Ndiaye BP, Ndour CT, Mboup S, Keshinro B, Kinge TN, Vernet G, Bigna JJ, Oguche S, Koram KA, Asante KP, Gobert P, Hogrefe WR, De Ryck I, Debois M, Bourguignon P, Jongert E, Ballou WR, Koutsoukos M, Roman F; Zaire  EBola  Research  Alliance  group.  doi:  10.1016/S1473-3099(20)30019-0.
Entomological Assessment of the Status and Risk of Mosquito-borne Arboviral Transmission in Ghana. Amoa-Bosompem M, Kobayashi D, Murota K, Faizah AN, Itokawa K, Fujita R, Osei JHN, Agbosu E, Pratt D, Kimura S, Kwoe KD, Ohashi M, Bonney JHK, Dadzie S, Sasaki T, Ohta N, Isawa H, Sawabe K, Iwanaga S.Viruses. 2020;12(2):147. doi: 10.3390/v12020147.
Genomic analysis of SARS-CoV-2 reveals local viral evolution in Ghana. Ngoi JM, Quashie PK, Morang’a CM, Bonney JH, Amuzu DS, Kumordjie S, Asante IA, Bonney EY, Eshun M, Boatemaa L, Magnusen V, Kotey EN, Ndam NT, Tei-Maya F, Arjarquah AK, Obodai E, Otchere ID, Bediako Y, Mutungi JK, Amenga-Etego LN, Odoom JK, Anang AK, Kyei GB, Adu B, Ampofo WK, Awandare GA. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2020:1535370220975351. doi: 10.1177/1535370220975351.
Fecal microbiome composition in healthy adults in Ghana. Parbie PK, Mizutani T, Ishizaka A, Kawana-Tachikawa A, Runtuwene LR, Seki S, Abana CZ, Kushitor D, Bonney EY, Ofori SB, Uematsu S, Imoto S, Kimura Y, Kiyono H, Ishikawa K, Ampofo WK, Matano T. Jpn J Infect Dis. 2020 Jun 30. doi: 10.7883/yoken.JJID.2020.469.
Risk Factors Associated With Increased Mortality From Intussusception in African Infants. Pindyck T, Parashar U, Mwenda JM, Tadesse A, Armah G, Omore R, Ngwira B, Jani B, Mpabalwani EM, Mbuwayesango B, Tate J; African Intussusception Surveillance Network. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2020 Jan;70(1):20-24. doi: 10.1097/MPG.0000000000002487.
A Praziquantel Treatment Study of Immune and Transcriptome Proles in Schistosoma haematobium-Infected Gabonese Schoolchildren. Labuda LA, Adegnika AA, Rosa BA, Martin J, Ateba-Ngoa U, Amoah AS, Lima HM, Meurs L, Mbow M, Manurung MD, Zinsou JF, Smits HH, Kremsner PG, Mitreva M, Yazdanbakhsh M. J Infect Dis. 2020 Nov 13;222(12):2103- 2113. doi: 10.1093/infdis/jiz641.
Microbial exposure drives polyclonal expansion of innate γδ T cells immediately aer birth. Ravens S, Fichtner AS, Willers M, Torkornoo D, Pirr S, Schöning J, Deseke M, Sandrock I, Bubke A, Wilharm A, Dodoo D, Egyir B, Flanagan KL, Steinbrück L, Dickinson P, Ghazal P, Adu B, Viemann D, Prinz I.Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2020 Aug 4;117(31):18649-18660. doi: 10.1073/pnas.1922588117.
The Association between the Comprehensive Epstein-Barr Virus Serologic Prole and Endemic Burkitt Lymphoma. Coghill AE, Proietti C, Liu Z, Krause L, Bethony J, Prokunina-Olsson L, Obajemu A, Nkrumah F, Biggar RJ, Bhatia K, Hildesheim A, Doolan DL, Mbulaiteye SM.Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2020 Jan;29(1):57-62. doi: 10.1158/1055-9965.EPI-19- 0551.
Microscopic and Submicroscopic Asymptomatic Plasmodium falciparum Infections in Ghanaian Children and Protection against Febrile Malaria.Adu B, Issahaque QA, Sarkodie- Addo T, Kumordjie S, Kyei-Baafour E, Sinclear CK, Eyia-Ampah S, Owusu-Yeboa E, eisen M, Dodoo D. Infect Immun. 2020. ;88(10):e00125-20. doi: 10.1128/IAI.00125-20.
A molecular and epidemiological study of Vibrio cholerae isolates from cholera outbreaks in southern Ghana. Danso EK, Asare P, Otchere ID, Akyeh LM, Asante-Poku A, Aboagye SY, Osei- Wusu S, Opare D, Ntoumi F, Zumla A, Duodu S, Yeboah-Manu D. PLoS One. 2020;15(7):e0236016. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0236016.
The In Vitro Antiplasmodial Activities of Aqueous Extracts of Selected Ghanaian Herbal Plants. Cudjoe E, Donu D, Okonu RE, Amponsah JA, Amoah LE. J Parasitol Res. 2020;2020:5041919. doi: 10.1155/2020/5041919.
Leishmanicidal Potential of Hardwickiic Acid Isolated From Croton sylvaticus. Crentsil JA, Yamthe LRT, Anibea BZ, Broni E, Kwoe SK, Tetteh JKA, Osei-Safo D. Front Pharmacol. 2020;11:753. doi: 10.3389/fphar.2020.00753.
Association between Antiretroviral Treatment and Markers of Systemic Inammation among HIV Patients in Ghana. Haile ZT, Sarfo B, Bonney EY, Mensah EA, Deletsu S.Curr HIV Res. 2020;18(6):466-474. doi: 10.2174/1570162X18666200817111152.
Comparison of leucocyte proles between healthy children and those with asymptomatic and symptomatic Plasmodium falciparum infections. Prah DA, Amoah LE, Gibbins MP, Bediako Y, Cunnington AJ, Awandare GA, Hafalla JCR. Malar J. 2020;19(1):364. doi: 10.1186/s12936-020-03435-x.
Dynamic Nuclear Polarization with Electron Decoupling in Intact Human Cells and Cell Lysates. Judge PT, Sesti EL, Price LE, Albert BJ, Alaniva N, Saliba EP, Halbritter T, Sigurdsson ST, Kyei GB, Barnes AB.J Phys Chem B. 2020;124(12):2323-2330. doi: 10.1021/acs.jpcb.9b10494.
Population genetic analysis of the Plasmodium falciparum circumsporozoite protein in two distinct ecological regions in Ghana. Amegashie EA, Amenga-Etego L, Adobor C, Ogoti P, Mbogo K, Amambua-Ngwa A, Ghansah A. Malar J. 2020;19(1):437. doi: 10.1186/s12936-020-03510-3.
Peripheral Merozoite Surface Proteins Are Targets of Naturally Acquired Immunity against Malaria in both India and Ghana. Garcia-Senosiain A, Kana IH, Singh SK, Chourasia BK, Das MK, Dodoo D, Singh S, Adu B, eisen M.Infect Immun. 2020;88(4):e00778-19. doi: 10.1128/IAI.00778-19.
Transmitted drug resistance mutations and subtype diversity amongst HIV-1 sero-positive voluntary blood donors in Accra, Ghana. Obeng BM, Bonney EY, Asamoah-Akuoko L, Nii- Trebi NI, Mawuli G, Abana CZ, Sagoe KWC.Virol J. 2020;17(1):114. doi: 10.1186/s12985-020- 01386-y.
Poor mental health of livestock farmers in Africa: a mixed methods case study from Ghana. Nuvey FS, Kreppel K, Nortey PA, Addo-Lartey A, Sarfo B, Fokou G, Ameme DK, Kenu E, Sackey S, Addo KK, Afari E, Chibanda D, Bonfoh B. BMC Public Health. 2020;20(1):825. doi: 10.1186/s12889-020-08949-2.
Plasmodium falciparum genetic factors rather than host factors are likely to drive resistance to ACT in Ghana. Hodoameda P, Duah-Quashie NO, Hagan CO, Matrevi S, Abuaku B, Koram K, Quashie NB. Malar J. 2020;19(1):255. doi: 10.1186/s12936-020-03320-7.
Antischistosomal, antionchocercal and antitrypanosomal potentials of some Ghanaian traditional medicines and their constituents. Twumasi EB, Akazue PI, Kyeremeh K, Gwira TM,
Keiser J, Cho-Ngwa F, Flint A, Anibea B, Bonsu EY, Amewu RK, Amoah LE, Appiah-Opong R, Osei-Safo D. PLoS Negl Trop Dis. 2020 Dec 31;14(12):e0008919. doi: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0008919.
Cell trace far-red is a suitable erythrocyte dye for multi-color Plasmodium falciparum invasion phenotyping assays. iam LG, Aniweh Y, Quansah EB, Donkor JK, Gwira TM, Kusi KA, Niang M, Awandare GA. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2020;245(1):11-20. doi: 10.1177/1535370219897393.
Whole-genome sequence proling of antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates from livestock and farm attendants in Ghana. Egyir B, Hadjirin NF, Gupta S, Owusu F, Agbodzi B, Adogla-Bessa T, Addo KK, Stegger M, Larsen AR, Holmes MA.J Glob Antimicrob Resist. 2020;22:527-532. doi: 10.1016/j.jgar.2020.03.029.
An ecological approach to understanding stroke experience and access to rehabilitation services in Ghana: A cross-sectional study. Baatiema L, Sanuade O, Kuumuori Ganle J, Sumah A, Baatiema L, Sumankuuro J. Health Soc Care Community. 2020. doi: 10.1111/hsc.13243.
Studies of host preferences of wild-caught Phlebotomus orientalis and Ph. papatasi vectors of leishmaniasis in Sudan. Elaagip A, Ahmed A, Wilson MD, Boakye DA, Abdel Hamid MM. PLoS One. 2020;15(7):e0236253. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0236253.
Can an mhealth clinical decision-making support system improve adherence to neonatal healthcare protocols  in  a  low-resource  setting?  Amoakoh  HB,  Klipstein-Grobusch K, Agyepong IA, Amoakoh-Coleman M, Kayode GA, Reitsma JB, Grobbee DE, Ansah EK.BMC Pediatr. 2020 ;20(1):534. doi: 10.1186/s12887-020-02378-1.
Signicant Induction of Soluble TNFR2 Compared with TNFR1 in Serum Samples of HIV Patients with or without Antiretroviral Medication. Sarfo B, Haile ZT, Deletsu S, Mensah EA, Bonney EY. Infect Disord Drug Targets. 2020;20(2):175-181. doi: 10.2174/1871526518666181016110409.
Comparative analysis of asexual and sexual stage Plasmodium falciparum development in different red blood cell types. Amoah LE, Acquah FK, Nyarko PB, Cudjoe E, Donu D, Ayanful-Torgby R, Sey F, Williamson KC, Awandare GA. Malar J. 2020 Jun 5;19(1):200. doi: 10.1186/s12936-020-03275-9.
Ischaemic heart disease, stroke, and their cardiometabolic risk factors in Africa: current challenges and outlook for the future. Peer N, Baatiema L, Kengne AP. Expert Rev Cardiovasc er. 2020:1-12. doi: 10.1080/14779072.2021.1855975.
Asymptomatic carriage of Plasmodium falciparum by individuals with variant blood groups and haemoglobin genotypes in southern Ghana. Acquah FK, Donu D, Bredu D, Eyia- Ampah S, Amponsah JA, Quartey J, Obboh EK, Mawuli BA, Amoah LE. Malar J. 2020 ;19(1):217. doi: 10.1186/s12936-020-03299-1.
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Contribution of Amaranthus cruentus and Solanum macrocarpon Leaves Flour to Nutrient Intake and Effect on Nutritional Status of Rural School Children in Volta Region, Ghana. Egbi G, Glover-Amengor M, Tohouenou MM, Zotor F. J Nutr Metab. 2020;2020:1015280. doi: 10.1155/2020/1015280.
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Enhancing Genetic Medicine: Rapid and Cost-Effective Molecular Diagnosis for a GJB2 Founder Mutation for Hearing Impairment in Ghana. Adadey SM, Tingang Wonkam E, Twumasi Aboagye E, Quansah D, Asante-Poku A, Quaye O, Amedofu GK, Awandare GA, Wonkam A. Genes (Basel). 2020;11(2):132. doi: 10.3390/genes11020132.
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Whole Genome In-Silico Analysis of South African G1P[8] Rotavirus Strains Before and Aer Vaccine Introduction Over A Period of 14 Years. Mwangi PN, Mogotsi MT, Seheri ML, Mphahlele MJ, Peenze I, Esona MD, Kumwenda B, Steele AD, Kirkwood CD, Ndze VN, Dennis FE, Jere KC, Nyaga MM. Vaccines (Basel). 2020;8(4):609. doi: 10.3390/vaccines8040609.
RTS,S/AS01E malaria vaccine induces IgA responses against CSP and vaccine-unrelated antigens in African children in the phase 3 trial. Suau R, Vidal M, Aguilar R, Ruiz-Olalla G, Vázquez- Santiago M, Jairoce C, Nhabomba AJ, Gyan B, Dosoo D, Asante KP, Owusu-Agyei S, Campo JJ, Izquierdo L, Cavanagh D, Coppel RL, Chauhan V, Angov E, Dutta S, Gaur D, Beeson JG, Moncunill G, Dobaño C. Vaccine. 2020 Dec 24:S0264-410X(20)31606-6. doi: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2020.12.038.
Evolution of Antimalarial Drug Resistance Markers in the Reservoir of Plasmodium falciparum Infections in the Upper East Region of Ghana. Narh CA, Ghansah A, Duffy MF, Ruybal- Pesántez S, Onwona CO, Oduro AR, Koram KA, Day KP, Tiedje KE. J Infect Dis. 2020;222(10):1692-1701. doi: 10.1093/infdis/jiaa286.
Effect of Drug Pressure on Promoting the Emergence of Antimalarial-Resistant Parasites among Pregnant Women in Ghana. Tornyigah B, Coppée R, Houze P, Kusi KA, Adu B, Quakyi I, Coleman N, Mama A, Deloron P, Anang AK, Clain J, Tahar R, Ofori MF, Tuikue Ndam N.Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 2020 May 21;64(6):e02029-19. doi: 10.1128/AAC.02029-19.
Identication of Plasmodium falciparum circumsporozoite protein-specic CD8+ T cell epitopes in a malaria exposed population. Kusi KA, Aggor FE, Amoah LE, Anum D, Nartey Y, Amoako-Sakyi D, Obiri-Yeboah D, Hollingdale M, Ganeshan H, Belmonte M, Peters B, Kim Y, Tetteh J, Kyei-Baafour E, Dodoo D, Villasante E, Sedegah M. PLoS One. 2020;15(2):e0228177. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0228177.
Measuring Naturally Acquired Phagocytosis-Inducing Antibodies to Plasmodium falciparum Parasites by a Flow Cytometry-Based Assay. Quintana MDP, Anabire NG, Hviid L. J Vis Exp. 2020;(162). doi: 10.3791/61538.
Localization and function of a Plasmodium falciparum protein (PF3D7_1459400) during erythrocyte invasionAmlabu E, Nyarko PB, Opoku G, Ibrahim-Dey D, Ilani P, Mensah-Brown H, Akporh GA, Akuh OA, Ayugane EA, Amoh-Boateng D, Kusi KA, Awandare GA. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2020;1535370220961764. doi: 10.1177/1535370220961764.
Onchocerciasis control in Ghana (1974-2016).Biritwum NK, de Souza DK, Asiedu O, Marfo B, Amazigo UV, Gyapong JO. Parasit Vectors. 2021 Jan 2;14(1):3. doi: 10.1186/s13071-020-04507-2.
COVID-19 pandemic and antimicrobial resistance: Another call to strengthen laboratory diagnostic capacity in Africa. Egyir B, Obeng-Nkrumah N, Kyei GB. Afr J Lab Med. 2020;9(1):1302. doi: 10.4102/ajlm.v9i1.1302.
Implementation of Antibody Rapid Diagnostic Testing versus Real-Time Reverse Transcription- PCR Sample Pooling in the Screening of COVID-19: a Case of Different Testing Strategies in Africa. Nyazika TK, Kaela R, Mugoni M, Musomekwa K, Kyei-Baafour E, Chiwanda S, Mapondera PT, Makawa TS, Sithole EM, Mavunganidze G, Manasa J, Jambo KC, Musarurwa C. mSphere. 2020;5(4):e00524-20. doi: 10.1128/mSphere.00524-20.
Next-generation sequencing of a human-animal reassortant G6P[14] rotavirus A strain from a child hospitalized with diarrhoea. Damanka SA, Dennis FE, Lartey BL, Nyarko KM, Agbemabiese CA, Armah GE. Arch Virol. 2020;165(4):1003-1005. doi: 10.1007/s00705-020-04543-4.
The transcriptome of circulating sexually committed Plasmodium falciparum ring stage parasites forecasts malaria transmission potential. Prajapati SK, Ayanful-Torgby R, Pava Z, Barbeau MC, Acquah FK, Cudjoe E, Kakaney C, Amponsah JA, Obboh E, Ahmed AE, Abuaku BK, McCarthy JS, Amoah LE, Williamson KC. Nat Commun. 2020;11(1):6159. doi: 10.1038/s41467-020-19988-z.
In Situ Detection of Endogenous HIV Activation by Dynamic Nuclear Polarization NMR and Flow Cytometry. Overall SA, Price LE, Albert BJ, Gao C, Alaniva N, Judge PT, Sesti EL, Wender PA, Kyei GB, Barnes AB. Int J Mol Sci. 2020;21(13):4649. doi: 10.3390/ijms21134649.
Uncovering the First Atypical DS-1-like G1P [8] Rotavirus Strains at Circulated during Pre-Rotavirus Vaccine Introduction Era in South Africa. Mwangi PN, Mogotsi MT, Rasebotsa SP, Seheri ML, Mphahlele MJ, Ndze VN, Dennis FE, Jere KC, Nyaga MM. Pathogens. 2020;9(5):391. doi: 10.3390/pathogens9050391.
Highlight article: Hepatitis B infection outcome is associated with novel human leukocyte antigen variants in Ghanaian cohort. Tandoh KZ, Kusi KA, Archampong TN, Boamah I, Quaye O. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2020;245(9):815-822. doi: 10.1177/1535370220921118.
Understanding the gap between access and use: a qualitative study on barriers and facilitators to insecticide treated net use in Ghana. Ahorlu CS, Adongo P, Koenker H, Zigirumugabe S, Sika Bright S, Koka E, Tabong PT, Piccinini D, Segbaya S, Olapaju B, Monroe A. Malar
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Enhancing Genetic Medicine: Rapid and Cost-Effective Molecular Diagnosis for a GJB2 Founder Mutation for Hearing Impairment in Ghana. Adadey SM, Tingang Wonkam E, Twumasi Aboagye E, Quansah D, Asante-Poku A, Quaye O, Amedofu GK, Awandare GA, Wonkam A. Genes (Basel). 2020; 245(9):815-822
Understanding Pediatric Norovirus Epidemiology: A Decade of Study among Ghanaian Children. Lartey BL, Quaye O, Damanka SA, Agbemabiese CA, Armachie J, Dennis FE, Enweronu-Laryea C, Armah GE. Viruses. 2020;12 (11):1321.
High uptake of Intermittent Preventive Treatment of malaria in pregnancy is associated with improved birth weight among pregnant women in Ghana. Quakyi I, Tornyigah B, Houze P, Kusi KA, Coleman N, Escriou G, Laar A, Cot M, Fobil J, Asare GQ, Deloron P, Anang AK, Cottrell G, Ofori MF, Ndam NT. Sci Rep. 2019.;9(1):19034
Anti-inammatory activity and mechanism of action of hydroethanolic leaf extract of Morinda lucida Benth. Ayertey F, Ofori-Attah E, Antwi S, Amoa-Bosompem M, Djameh G, Lartey NL, Ohashi M, Kusi KA, Appiah AA, Appiah-Opong R, Okine LK. J Tradit Comple Med (2020) doi.org/10.1016
Antioxidant and anti-prostate cancer activities of Moringa oleifera, Phyllanthus amarus and Carica papaya. Abankwa JK, Dotse E, Appiah-Opong R, Nyarko AK. Health Sci Invest J. (2020) 1(1):24- 30.
e coronavirus (COVID) pandemic. Appiah-Opong R. Health Sci Invest J. (2020). 1(1):3-4.
In vitro and in vivo antiplasmodial assays of selected Nigerian commercial herbal formulations. Ikem CJ, Appiah-Opong R, Oli AN, Ugwu MC, Amoateng P, Agyemang K, Nwobodo DC, Esimone CO,
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Antipromastigote and cytotoxic activities of some chemical constituents of Hypericum lanceolatum Lam. (Guttifereae). Kowa TK, Tchokouaha LRY, Nyemb JN, Wabo HK, Tchinda AT, Appiah- Opong R, Agbor GA, Tane P, Frederich M. J Appl Pharmaceut Sci. (2020) 10(1):026-032.

2019 Publications


Rao, M., Ippolito, G., Mfinanga, S., Ntoumi, F., Yeboah-Manu, D., Vilaplana, C., Zumla, A. & Maeurer, M. (2019). Improving treatment outcomes for MDR-TB – Novel host-directed therapies and personalised medicine of the future. Int J Infect Dis. 2019 Mar;80S:S62-S67. doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2019.01.039.

Larsen, M. D., Quintana, M. D. P., Ditlev, S. B., Bayarri-Olmos, R., Ofori, M. F, Hviid, L. & Garred, P. (2019). Evasion of Classical Complement Pathway Activation on Plasmodium falciparum-Infected Erythrocytes Opsonized by PfEMP1-Specific IgG. Front Immunol. 2019 Jan 7;9:3088. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2018.03088.

Kowa, T. K., Tchokouaha, L. R. Y., Cieckiewicz, E., Philips, T. J., Dotse, E., Wabo, H. K., Tchinda, A. T., Tane, P. & Frédérich, M. (2019). Antileishmanial and cytotoxic activities of a new limonoid and a new phenyl alkene from the stem bark of Trichilia gilgiana (Meliaceae). Nat Prod Res. 2019 Jan 19:1-7. doi: 10.1080/14786419.2018.1553879.

Akorli, J., Namaali, P. A., Ametsi, G. W., Egyirifa, R. K. & Pels, N. A. P. (2019). Generational conservation of composition and diversity of field-acquired midgut microbiota in Anopheles gambiae (sensu lato) during colonization in the laboratory.Parasit Vectors. 2019 Jan 11;12(1):27. doi: 10.1186/s13071-019-3287-0.PMID: 30635018

Kwansa-Bentum, B., Agyeman, K., Larbi-Akor, J., Anyigba, C. & Appiah-Opong, R. (2019). In Vitro Assessment of Antiplasmodial Activity and Cytotoxicity of Polyalthia longifolia Leaf Extracts on Plasmodium falciparum Strain NF54. Malar Res Treat. 2019 Jan 21;2019:6976298. doi: 10.1155/2019/6976298

Marine, R. L., Ntim, N. A. A., Castro, C. J., Attiku, K. O., Pratt, D., Duker, E., Agbosu, E., Ng, T. F. F., Gatei, W., Obodai, E., Odoom, J. K., Walker, C.L., Rota, P. A., Oberste, M. S., Ampofo, W. K. & Balajee, S. A. (2019). Strengthening laboratory surveillance of viral pathogens: Experiences and lessons learned building next-generation sequencing capacity in Ghana. Int J Infect Dis. 2019 Apr;81:231-234. doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2019.02.008.

Orr, A. R., Quagraine, J. E., Suwondo, P., George, S., Harrison, L. M., Dornas, F. P., Evans, B., Caccone, A., Humphries, D., Wilson, M. D. & Cappello, M. (2019). Genetic Markers of Benzimidazole Resistance among Human Hookworms (Necator americanus) in Kintampo North Municipality, Ghana. Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2019 Feb;100(2):351-356. doi: 10.4269/ajtmh.18-0727.

Abana, C. Z., Sagoe, K. W. C., Bonney, E. Y., Maina, E. K., Aziati, I. D., Agbosu, E., Mawuli, G., Styer, L. M., Ishikawa, K., Brandful, J. A. M. & Ampofo, W. K. (2019). Drug resistance mutations and viral load in human immunodeficiency virus type 2 and dual HIV-1/HIV-2 infected patients in Ghana. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Feb;98(6):e14313. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000014313.

Asante-Poku, A., Asare, P, Baddoo, N. A, Forson, A., Klevor, P., Otchere, I. D., Aboagye, S. Y., Osei-Wusu, S., Danso, E. K., Koram, K., Gagneux, S. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2019). TB-diabetes co-morbidity in Ghana: The importance of Mycobacterium africanum infection. PLoS One. 2019 Feb 7;14(2):e0211822. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0211822.

Moñino-Romero, S., Lexmond, W. S., Singer, J., Bannert, C., Amoah, A. S., Yazdanbakhsh, M., Boakye, D. A., Jensen-Jarolim, E., Fiebiger, E. & Szépfalusi, Z. (2019). Soluble FcɛRI: A biomarker for IgE-mediated diseases. Allergy. 2019 Jul;74(7):1381-1384. doi: 10.1111/all.13734.

Pi-Bansa, S., Osei, J. H. N., Frempong, K. K., Elhassan, E., Akuoko, O. K., Agyemang, D., Ahorlu, C., Appawu, M. A, Koudou, B. G, Wilson, M. D., de Souza, D. K., Dadzie, S. K., Utzinger, J. & Boakye, D. A. (2019). Potential factors influencing lymphatic filariasis transmission in “hotspot” and “control” areas in Ghana: the importance of vectors. Infect Dis Poverty. 2019 Feb 5;8(1):9. doi: 10.1186/s40249-019-0520-1.PMID:30717788

Armah, GE, Cortese, M. M., Dennis, F. E., Yu, Y., Morrow, A. L., McNeal, M. M., Lewis, K. D. C., Awuni, D.A., Armachie, J. & Parashar, U. D. (2019). Rotavirus Vaccine Take in Infants Is Associated With Secretor Status. PMID: 30357332 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiy573 2019 Feb 15

Aboagye, S. Y., Kpeli, G., Tuffour, J. & Yeboah-Manu, D. (2019). Challenges Associated With the Treatment of Buruli Ulcer. PMID: 30168876 DOI: 10.1002/JLB.MR0318-128 Feb 2019

Slater, H. C., Ross, A., Felger, I., Hofmann, N. E., Robinson, L., Cook, J., Gonçalves, B. P, Björkman, A., Ouedraogo, A. L., Morris, U., Msellem, M., Koepfli, C., Mueller, I., Tadesse, F., Gadisa, E., Das, S., Domingo, G, Kapulu, M., Midega, J., Owusu-Agyei, S., Nabet, C., Piarroux, R., Doumbo, O., Doumbo, S. N., Koram, K., Lucchi, N., Udhayakumar, V., Mosha, J., Tiono, A., Chandramohan, D., Gosling, R., Mwingira, F., Sauerwein, R., Paul, R., Riley, E.M., White, N. J., Nosten, F., Imwong, M., Bousema, T, Drakeley, C. & Okell, L. C. (2019). The temporal dynamics and infectiousness of subpatent Plasmodium falciparum infections in relation to parasite density. Nat Commun. 2019 Mar 29;10(1):1433. doi: 10.1038/s41467-019-09441-1.

Borrell S, Trauner, A., Brites, D., Rigouts, L., Loiseau, C., Coscolla, M., Niemann, S., De Jong, B., Yeboah-Manu, D., Kato-Maeda, M., Feldmann, J., Reinhard, M., Beisel, C. & Gagneux, S. (2019). Reference set of Mycobacterium tuberculosis clinical strains: A tool for research and product development. PLoS One. 2019 Mar 25;14(3):e0214088. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0214088.

Kwofie, K. D., Sato, K., Sanjoba, C., Hino, A., Shimogawara, R., Amoa-Bosompem, M., Ayi, I., Boakye, D. A., Anang, A. K., Chang, K. S., Ohashi, M., Kim, H. S, Ohta, N., Matsumoto, Y. & Iwanaga, S. (2019). Oral activity of the antimalarial endoperoxide 6-(1,2,6,7-tetraoxaspiro[7.11]nonadec-4-yl)hexan-1-ol (N-251) against Leishmania donovani complex. PLoS Negl Trop Dis. 2019 Mar 25;13(3):e0007235. doi: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0007235.

Pi-Bansa, S., Osei, J.H.N., Kartey-Attipoe, W.D, Elhassan, E, Agyemang, D., Otoo, S., Dadzie, S.K., Appawu, M.A, Wilson, M.D., Koudou, B.G., de Souza, D.K, Utzinger, J. & Boakye, D.A. (2019). Assessing the Presence of Wuchereria bancrofti Infections in Vectors Using Xenomonitoring in Lymphatic Filariasis Endemic Districts in Ghana. Trop Med Infect Dis. 2019 Mar 17;4(1). pii: E49. doi: 10.3390/tropicalmed4010049.PMID:30884886

Amratia, P., Psychas, P., Abuaku, B., Ahorlu, C., Millar, J., Oppong, S., Koram, K. & Valle, D. (2019). Characterizing local-scale heterogeneity of malaria risk: a case study in Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo district in northern Ghana.Malar J. 2019 Mar 15;18(1):81. doi: 10.1186/s12936-019-2703-4.

Lamptey, H., Ofori, M.F, Adu, B., Kusi, K.A., Dickson, E.K,, Quakyi, I. & Alifrangis, M. (2019). Association between alpha-thalassaemia trait, Plasmodium falciparum asexual parasites and gametocyte carriage in a malaria endemic area in Southern Ghana. BMC Res Notes. 2019 Mar 13;12(1):134. doi: 10.1186/s13104-019-4181-8.

Sanuade, O.A., Dodoo, F.N., Koram, K. & de-Graft, A.A. (2019). Prevalence and correlates of stroke among older adults in Ghana: Evidence from the Study on Global AGEing and adult health (SAGE). PLoS One. 2019 Mar 13;14(3):e0212623. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0212623.

Otchere, I.D., van Tonder, A.J., Asante-Poku, A., Sánchez-Busó, L., Coscollá ,M., Osei-Wusu, S., Asare, P, Aboagye, S.Y, Ekuban, S.A., Yahayah, A.I., Forson, A., Baddoo, A., Laryea, C., Parkhill, J., Harris, S.R, Gagneux, S., Yeboah-Manu, D. (2019). Molecular epidemiology and whole genome sequencing analysis of clinical Mycobacterium bovis from Ghana. PLoS One. 2019 Mar 4;14(3):e0209395. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0209395. eCollection 2019.PMID:30830912

Rao, M., Ippolito, G., Mfinanga, S., Ntoumi, F., Yeboah-Manu, D., Vilaplana, C., Zumla, A. & Maeurer, M. (2019). Latent TB Infection (LTBI) – Mycobacterium tuberculosis pathogenesis and the dynamics of the granuloma battleground. Int J Infect Dis. 2019 Mar;80S:S58-S61. doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2019.02.035.

Kwofie, S.K., Dankwa, B., Enninful, K.S., Adobor, C., Broni, E., Ntiamoah, A. & Wilson MD. (2019). Molecular Docking and Dynamics Simulation Studies Predict Munc18b as a Target of Mycolactone: A Plausible Mechanism for Granule Exocytosis Impairment in Buruli Ulcer Pathogenesis. Toxins (Basel). 2019 Mar 25;11(3). pii: E181. doi: 10.3390/toxins11030181.

Dobaño, C., Santano, R., Vidal, M., Jiménez, A., Jairoce, C., Ubillos, I., Dosoo, D., Aguilar, R., Williams, N.A, Díez-Padrisa, N., Ayestaran, A., Valim, C., Asante, K.P., Owusu-Agyei, S., Lanar, D., Chauhan, V., Chitnis, C., Dutta, S., Angov, E., Gamain, B., Coppel, R.L., Beeson, J.G., Reiling, L., Gaur, D., Cavanagh, D., Gyan, B., Nhabomba, A.J, Campo, J.J. & Moncunill, G. (2019). Differential Patterns of IgG Subclass Responses to Plasmodium falciparum Antigens in Relation to Malaria Protection and RTS,S Vaccination. Front Immunol. 2019 Mar 15;10:439. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2019.00439.

Forson, P.O., Tetteh-Quarcoo, P.B, Ahenkorah, .J, Aryee, R., Okine, E.N., Afutu, E., Djameh, G.I., Agyapong, J., Anang, A.K. & Ayeh-Kumi, P.F. (2019). Ability of Vital and Fluorescent Staining in the Differentiation of Schistosoma haematobium Live and Dead Eggs. Med Sci (Basel). 2019 Apr 23;7(4). pii: E64. doi: 10.3390/medsci7040064.
Nimo-Paintsil, S.C., Fichet-Calvet, E., Borremans, B., Letizia, A.G., Mohareb, E., Bonney, J.H.K., Obiri-Danso, K., Ampofo, W.K, Schoepp, R.J. & Kronmann , K.C. (2019). Rodent-borne infections in rural Ghanaian farming communities. PLoS One. 2019 Apr 24;14(4):e0215224. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0215224. eCollection 2019. Erratum in: PLoS One. 2019 Jun 6;14(6):e0218271.

Chabi , J., Van’t Hof, A., N’dri ,L.K., Datsomor, A., Okyere, D., Njoroge, H., Pipini, D., Hadi, M.P., de Souza, D.K, Suzuki, T., Dadzie, S.K. & Jamet, H.P. (2019). Rapid high throughput SYBR green assay for identifying the malaria vectors Anopheles arabiensis, Anopheles coluzzii and Anopheles gambiae s.s. Giles. PLoS One. 2019 Apr 19;14(4):e0215669. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0215669.
Quintana, M.D.P, Ecklu-Mensah, G., Tcherniuk, S.O., Ditlev, S.B., Oleinikov, A.V., Hviid, L. & Lopez-Perez, M. (2019). Comprehensive analysis of Fc-mediated IgM binding to the Plasmodium falciparum erythrocyte membrane protein 1 family in three parasite clones. Sci Rep. 2019 Apr 15;9(1):6050. doi: 10.1038/s41598-019-42585-0.
Fadlelmola, F.M., Panji, S., Ahmed, A.E., Ghouila, A., Akurugu, W.A., Domelevo ,Entfellner, JBD, Souiai O, Mulder, N; H3ABioNet Research working group as members of the H3Africa Consortium. (2019). Ten simple rules for organizing a webinar series. PLoS Comput Biol. 2019 Apr 1;15(4):e1006671. doi: 10.1371/journal.pcbi.1006671.
Zarroug, I.M.A., Elaagip,, A., Gumaa, S.G., Ali, A.K., Ahmed, A., Siam, H.A.M., Abdelgadir, D.M., Surakat, O.A., Olamiju, O.J., Boakye, D.A., Aziz, N. & Hashim, K. (2019). Notes on distribution of Simulium damnosum s. l. along Atbara River in Galabat sub-focus, eastern Sudan. BMC Infect Dis. 2019 May 28;19(1):477. doi:10.1186/s1287901941131.
Amoakoh, H.B., Klipstein-Grobusch, K., Grobbee, D.E., Amoakoh-Coleman, M., Oduro-Mensah, E., Sarpong, C., Frimpong, E., Kayode, G.A., Agyepong, I.A. & Ansah, E.K. (2019). Using Mobile Health to Support Clinical Decision-Making to Improve Maternal and Neonatal Health Outcomes in Ghana: Insights of Frontline Health Worker Information Needs. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2019 May 24;7(5):e12879. doi: 10.2196/12879.
Dobaño, C., Sanz, H., Sorgho, H., Doso, D., Mpina, M., Ubillos, I., Aguilar, R., Ford, T., Díez-Padrisa, N., Williams, N.A., Ayestaran, A., Traore, O., Nhabomba, A.J., Jairoce. C., Waitumbi, J., Agnandji, S.T, Kariuki, S., Abdulla, S., Aponte, J.J., Mordmüller, B., Asante, K.P, Owusu-Agyei, S., Tinto, H., Campo, J.J, Moncunill, G., Gyan, B., Valim, C. & Daubenberger, C. (2019). Concentration and avidity of antibodies to different circumsporozoite epitopes correlate with RTS,S/AS01E malaria vaccine efficacy. Nat Commun. 2019 May 15;10(1):2174. doi: 10.1038/s41467-019-10195-z.
Usui, M., Prajapati, S.K., Ayanful-Torgby, R., Acquah, F.K, Cudjoe, E., Kakaney, C., Amponsah, J.A, Obboh, E.K, Reddy, D.K., Barbeau, M.C, Simons, L.M., Czesny, B., Raiciulescu, S., Olsen, C., Abuaku, B.K., Amoah, L.E. & Williamson. K.C. (2019). Plasmodium falciparum sexual differentiation in malaria patients is associated with host factors and GDV1-dependent genes. Nat Commun. 2019 May 13;10(1):2140. doi: 10.1038/s41467-019-10172-6. Erratum in: Nat Commun. 2019 Jun 21;10(1):2740.
Dela, H., Attram, N., Behene, E., Kumordjie , S., Addo, K.K., Nyarko, E.O., Kyei ,N.N.A., Carroll, J.N.A., Kwakye, C., Duplessis, C.A., Adams N., Garges, E. & Letizia, A.G. (2019). Risk factors associated with gonorrhea and chlamydia transmission in selected health facilities in Ghana. BMC Infect Dis. 2019 May 16;19(1):425. doi: 10.1186/s12879-019-4035-y.
Chauvet, M., Tétard, M., Cottrell, G., Aussenac, F., Brossier, E., Denoyel, L., Hanny, M., Lohezic, M., Milet, J., Ndam, N.T., Pineau, D., Roman, J., Luty, A.J.F., Gamain, B., Migot-Nabias, F. & Merckx, A. (2019). Impact of Hemoglobin S Trait on Cell Surface Antibody Recognition of Plasmodium falciparum-Infected Erythrocytes in Pregnancy-Associated Malaria. PLoS One. 2019 May 31;14(5):e0217422. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0217422.
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