Dr. Liku Tezera

Associate Professor

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Biography

Liku Tezera is a Senior Research Fellow in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton. He specializes in developing physiologically relevant in vitro models that mimic the in vivo environment of chronic bacterial infections, particularly focusing on tuberculosis (TB). His research involves the creation of 3D models to study the interactions between the host and pathogens, aiming to reduce the reliance on animal models. Liku has a strong background in medical microbiology, having earned his PhD from the University of the West of England. His work in the field has led to valuable insights into the mechanisms of TB pathology and has potential applications in understanding other inflammatory diseases. With a commitment to advancing research methodologies, he has received funding from various prestigious organizations to support his innovative studies on mechanotransduction in TB. He is actively involved in teaching and supervising students in related fields, contributing significantly to the academic community.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Researching and developing innovative in vitro models for chronic bacterial infections, particularly tuberculosis.