John Markantonis

About

John Markantonis is an Assistant Professor and Head of Microbiology at ECU Health in the United States. His research focuses on various aspects of microbiology, including the pathogenicity of Corynebacterium species and the challenges associated with Clostridioides difficile infection. He is also involved in local genomic surveillance of invasive Streptococcus pyogenes in Eastern North Carolina, and has explored immune responses to Clostridioides difficile infection and therapeutic strategies. Additionally, he has contributed to research on pulmonary actinomycosis and sickle cell disease management.