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Lashitew Gedamu is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. His research focuses on leishmaniasis, a chronic disease caused by the intracellular protozoan parasite Leishmania, which affects over 500 million people worldwide. His goal is to understand the survival mechanisms of the parasite within human macrophages under stressful conditions of infection. This research explores molecular levels to ultimately contribute to the design of diagnostic probes and vaccines for treatment of individuals infected with the parasite. Prof. Gedamu holds a Bachelor of Science and a PhD in philosophy from reputable institutions and has contributed significantly to the field of biochemistry and molecular biology through his teaching and research activities.
Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.