Stephen Kanyerezi

Stephen Kanyerezi is a dedicated and results-driven PhD student with a strong background in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies. His work has primarily focused on infectious diseases, with a particular emphasis on HIV drug resistance and the microbiome's role in pediatric health. He has developed and published innovative pipelines, such as the 'HIV-DRIVES' tool for drug resistance identification, and have successfully applied cutting-edge sequencing techniques to unveil critical insights in my field. During his MSc program, he secured 2 highly competitive grant awards; the Royal Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH) and the African Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship (ADDRF) offerred by the African Population Health Research Centre (APHRC). With a track record of impactful publications, including his recent studies in NGS-based HIV drug resistance testing in Uganda, he is committed to advancing public health outcomes through rigorous research and data-driven solutions. He is passionate about applying his skills to improve patient management strategies and contribute to the global fight against HIV and other infectious diseases