Rogelio Rodriguez-Gonzalez recently defended his thesis, successfully earning a Ph.D. in Biology in Quantitative Biosciences from Georgia Tech. His project entitled “Computational Models of Phage Therapy from In Vitro Settings to In Vivo Infections” addresses the urgent global challenge of antimicrobial resistance through innovative approaches in phage therapy.

Focusing on enhancing the efficacy of phage therapy against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a notorious bacterial pathogen, Rogelio’s research developed sophisticated computational models to investigate the dynamics of phage-antibiotic combination therapies across diverse infection settings, from in vitro experiments to complex lung structures in vivo. His findings highlight the potential of phage therapy to clear infections in structured environments, contingent upon robust immune responses and strategic treatment protocols. Moreover, the research underscores the need for careful consideration of antibiotic usage alongside phage therapies to optimize treatment efficacy.

Rogelio’s thesis represents a significant step forward in understanding the interplay between bacterial infections, phage dynamics, and immune responses. His work not only contributes to the scientific community’s knowledge of phage therapy but also suggests new avenues for combating antimicrobial resistance. Congratulations to Dr. Rodriguez-Gonzalez!