Streptococcus

QIMR researchers study Streptococcus bacteria, which cause a wide range of diseases including:

We are currently studying group A, C and G Streptococci, with the potential to developing a vaccine against the group A bacterium.

Our research focuses on:

  • Identifying the mechanisms that streptococcal bacteria use to cause infection and disease.
  • Investigating possible diagnostic tools for streptococcal infections.
  • Researching group C and G streptococcal disease.

Research groups involved in Streptococcus research: