Inês Silvestre is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Life Sciences at UCIBIO, Nova School of Science and Technology, located in Caparica, Portugal. Additionally, she is associated with the Department of Infectious Diseases at the National Institute of Health Doutor Ricardo Jorge, situated in Lisbon, Portugal. Her work is primarily focused on the field of infectious diseases, with a particular interest in the genomic and microbial aspects of Streptococcus agalactiae.
Research Contributions
Inês Silvestre has made significant contributions to the understanding of Streptococcus agalactiae, particularly in relation to DNase production and biofilm formation in various strains such as ST17 and ST19. Her research delves into the genomic insights and microbial resistance factors influencing the virulence and pathogenicity of these strains. Her work also explores the capsular types and sequence types of S. agalactiae, providing valuable insights into their impact on DNase activity, which is crucial for understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of this bacterium in both human and bovine hosts.
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