Megh Singh Dhakad

Pneumococcal‐Driven Genetic Competence: A Key Driver of Pathobiont Adaptation and Disease Potential

ABSTRACT High genetic variability in streptococci is driven by natural competence, specifically in Streptococcus pneumoniae and its close commensal species ( Streptococcus pseudopneumoniae , Streptococcus oralis , and Streptococcus mitis ), which drives rapid Streptococcal evolut...

Sentinel serosurvey for Mpox virus infection among key populations in India: Evidence of sporadic past exposure beyond travel-related cases

Background and objectives Mpox, declared a public health emergency of international concern by WHO, has demonstrated sporadic transmission globally. While India reported 66 confirmed cases predominantly linked to international travel, the possibility of silent community circulati...