My Bibliography

Evolution of COVID-19 infection in Punjab; trends during five waves of infection in the province of Punjab

In this research, our team meticulously analyzed administrative data from Punjab, Pakistan, to understand the dynamics of COVID-19 across its five distinct waves. Our findings shed light on the unique challenges faced by Punjab during the pandemic, revealing crucial patterns in infection spread, variant prevalence, and the effectiveness of control measures.

Naturally acquired antibodies against 4 Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes in Pakistani adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus

This study was designed to measure the baseline serotype-specific anti-capsular IgG concentration and opsonic tilers elicited in response to asymptomatic carriage in adults with and without 2-diabetes.

Pneumococcal carriage and changes in serotype distribution post- PCV13 introduction in children in Matiari, Pakistan

This study investigated the impact of the 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) on pneumococcal carriage and serotype distribution among children in Matiari, Pakistan. The research provides crucial insights into the post-vaccine epidemiology of Streptococcus pneumoniae in a low-income setting, demonstrating the ongoing need for surveillance and adaptive vaccination strategies to combat pneumococcal disease.

DE Briles, S Mirza PspA inhibits the antibacterial effect of lactoferrin on Streptococcus pneumoniae

DE Briles, SK Hollingshead, MJ Crain, B Ren, S Mirza, J Watt, J Johnston. Penumococcal protein that may constitute the next generation vaccine for pneumococcal disease