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Professor Andy Waters has over 30 years of experience in malaria research and is currently the Dean of Internationalization (Parasitology) at the University of Glasgow. He leads a research laboratory focusing on understanding the molecular and developmental biology associated with the sexual development of malaria parasites, particularly Plasmodium berghei. His major research themes include studying the triggers of gametocytogenesis, understanding the influence of the host environment on parasite development through metabolomics, and developing sophisticated genetic engineering tools for malaria parasites. Professor Waters holds a Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellowship and has led numerous funded projects aimed at improving malaria parasite biology and its interactions with hosts and vectors. He is also the Scientific Director of Evimalar, a European Commission-funded Network of Excellence, enhancing collaboration in malaria research across Europe. Throughout his career, he has contributed extensively to the academic community through lectures, publications, and as a member of various editorial boards and advisory committees.
University of Glasgow • Glasgow, UK
Leading research in malaria and parasitology.