Lekshmi K Edison, MS, PhD, PGDBi, MB (ASCP)
Assistant Scientist – Molecular Biology
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About Lekshmi K Edison
Dr. Lekshmi K. Edison holds a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, a Master’s Diploma in Bioinformatics, and a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, where her research focused on the structural characterization and heterologous production of β-glucanases from Streptomyces species. She began her research career in molecular biology at Kerala Agricultural University and later received a prestigious Research Associate Fellowship from the Department of Biotechnology, India, to pursue postdoctoral research at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, where she investigated the molecular pathogenesis and host–pathogen interactions of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. She brings over 15 years of research experience and several years of teaching in molecular biology and microbiology.
Dr. Edison’s research focuses on host–pathogen interactions and the molecular pathogenesis of veterinary and zoonotic pathogens, with emphasis on foodborne diseases and antimicrobial resistance. She uses integrated omics approaches to study pathogen virulence and host responses and to identify targets for intervention, including innovative vaccine strategies within a One Health framework. With expertise in molecular biology, immunological assays, and large-scale data analysis, Dr. Edison aims to translate fundamental discoveries into practical solutions for disease prevention, diagnostics, and control. Her work supports the development of vaccines, diagnostic assays, and antimicrobial alternatives to improve food safety, reduce antimicrobial resistance, and advance global One Health initiatives.
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Laboratory Manager
2022 – Current · Department of Comparative, Diagnostics and Population Medicine
Accomplishments
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American Society of Microbiology (ASM) Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship (FLMF)
American Society of Microbiology
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UF Postdoctoral Affairs- Spring 2024 Travel Award
University of Florida
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American Society of Virology Postdoctoral Scholar Travel Award (NIH Supported Grant)
American Society of Virology
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Department of Biotechnology – Research Associateship Award
Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India
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Women Scientist’s Back – to – Lab Research Fellowship Award
Women Scientist Division, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Education (KSCSTE), State Govt. of Kerala, India
Board Certifications
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Scientist in Molecular Biology (MB)American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Research Profile
0000-0003-2599-7428
Areas of Interest
- Antimicrobial resistance (AMR or AR)
- Bacterial pathogenesis
- Bioinformatics
- Clinical Microbiology
- Diagnostic Microbiology
- Host-pathogen interaction
- Infectious Diesease
- Vaccine immunology
- Veterinary Diagnostics
Publications
Academic Articles
Presentations
Grants
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Agreement for Dr. L. Kalathilparambil Edison
- Role:
- Project Manager
- Funding:
- FL DEPT OF AG AND CONSUMER SER via US DEPT OF AG APHIS
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Avian Pathogenic E. coli-Vectored Vaccine for Broad-Range Protection from Infectious Coryza.
Active
- Role:
- Co-Investigator
- Funding:
- IOWA STATE UNIV
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Developing a vaccine against spotty liver diseased caused by Campylobacter hepaticus in commercial layer chickens
Active
- Role:
- Other
- Funding:
- US DEPT OF AG NATL INST OF FOOD AND AG
Education
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Postdoctoral
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida
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Postdoctoral
College of Medicine, University of Florida
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Postdoctoral
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Kerala, India
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PhD – Biotechnology
University of Kerala, Kerala, India
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Masters Diploma – Bioinformatics
Bharathiyar University, Tamil Nadu, India
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Masters – Biotechnology
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India
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Bachelor Degree – Zoology
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India
Contact Details
- Business:
- (352) 294-4407
- Business:
- edison.le@ufl.edu
- Business Mailing:
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PO Box 100123
2015 SW 16TH AVE
GAINESVILLE FL 32610 - Business Street:
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UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
2015 SW 16th Avenue
GAINESVILLE FL 32611