Research interests
Dr. Swanston plans to continue with biomedical research through the analysis of microbial genetic data and trace elements. Tuberculosis (TB), a disease of great antiquity, is still a complex and biocultural health issue for many individuals, especially if the cases include coinfection complications and multidrug resistance. She also plans to focus on bone copper, zinc and iron levels connected to immune system strategies related to TB. | Biological anthropology, anthropological genetics, bioarchaeology, paleopathology, synchrotron science
Biography
Treena Swanston is Associate Professor | Discipline Coordinator, Anthropology at MacEwan University. Their stated interests include Dr. Swanston plans to continue with biomedical research through the analysis of microbial genetic data and trace elements. Tuberculosis (TB), a disease of great antiquity, is still a complex and biocultural health issue for many individuals, especially if the cases include coinfection complications and multidrug resistance. She also plans to focus on bone copper, zinc and iron levels connected to immune system strategies related to TB. Biological anthropology, anthropological genetics, bioarchaeology, paleopathology, synchrotron science. This summary considered all 4 collected sources.