Kevin Alexander
Assistant Professor
Pathology & Cell Biology
Columbia University
United States of America
Biography
Mr Alexander presently working as an Professor at Pathology and Cell Biology with research interest how iron released from red blood cells following transfusion affects infectious risk and biofilm formation. In addition, we study the role of iron deficiency, iron supplementation, and iron metabolism in the biology of malaria, bacterial infections, and co-infections of malaria and bacterial pathogens. Our studies incorporate the use of novel analgesics and refinements in study endpoints to improve animal welfare and study design.
Research Interest
Pathology
Publications
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Hubbard AC, Bandyopadhyay S, Wojczyk BS, Spitalnik SL, Hod EA, et al. (2013)Effect of dietary iron on fetal growth in pregnant mice. Comp Med 63:127-135
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"Baker SW, Prestia KA, Karolewski B(2014) Using reduced personal protective equipment in an endemically infected mouse colony. J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci. 53:273-277. "
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"Yamada KP, Prestia K, Dholakia U, Shoulson R (2010 ) Revisiting approval protocols: re-review not required. Lab Anim (NY) 39:166"
