Browsing University of Galway Theses by Author "Cormican, Martin"
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Antimicrobial prescribing and resistance in Irish general practice
Vellinga, Akke (2011-04-20)The emerging problem of antimicrobial resistance in bacterial pathogens is complex and the result of individual and population factors. Antimicrobial agents are unique therapeutics in that their impact goes beyond the ... -
Antimicrobial prescribing and stewardship in an ageing population
Tandan, Meera (NUI Galway, 2019-06-24)Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health priority. This is primarily due to the rapid increase in AMR bacteria causing common healthcare-associated infections (HAI) and community-acquired ... -
Investigation of transmission of human respiratory pathogens using whole genome sequencing
Stapleton, Patrick (NUI Galway, 2023-06-20)This doctoral thesis explores the role of whole genome sequencing in the investigation of transmission of human respiratory pathogens. It is a “PhD thesis by publication” which consists primarily of three published ... -
The role of long-term care facilities in the dissemination of antimicrobial resistance
Ludden, Catherine (2014-11-05)The dissemination of antimicrobial resistant organisms (AROs) is recognised as a global problem in healthcare-settings and in the community. There is limited data on the role long-term care facilities (LTCF) play in the ... -
The role of the aquatic environment in the spread of antimicrobial resistance of public health significance
Mahon, Bláthnaid (NUI Galway, 2020-02-27)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the greatest threats to human health of the 21st Century, with certain antimicrobial resistant organisms classified as being a greater threat to public health than others. At the ... -
Salmonella enterica - biofilm formation and survival of disinfection treatment on food contact surfaces.
Corcoran, Mary (2013-05-31)A recent report indicated that Salmonella was the most frequently identified agent in food-borne outbreaks in Europe. Salmonella can survive on surfaces and act as a source of cross-contamination. Biofilm formation may ... -
Studies of beta-lactamase mediated resistance in Salmonella enterica
Boyle, Fiona Mabel (2012-06-06)This thesis is divided into three sections. Each section focuses on occurrences of beta-lactamase/ ESBL mediated resistance in Salmonella and the role that plasmids play in the dissemination of same. Section 1 of this ...