This study analyzes genomic diversity of Neisseria gonorrhoeae isolates in Kenya using MLST, NG-MAST, and NG-STAR, identifying novel sequence types and diverse antimicrobial resistance profiles.

PLoS ONE · May 19, 2026Peer-reviewedGenomics

Mitochondrial DNA Variation in the D-LOOP and ND Loci identified in the Kenyan Population: Potential Implications for precision Oncology

Eva A. Nambati, Belinda Azzam, Eunice Githua, Ngure Kirosh, Lydia Eyase, Solomon K. Langat, Sharon Ariga, Winfrida Chelangat Cheriro, Fredrick Lunyagi Eyase, Wallace Bulimo

The paper identifies mitochondrial DNA variants in Kenyan populations that may influence cancer treatment responses, suggesting their potential relevance for precision oncology.

bioRxiv · Apr 27, 2026 · PreprintGenomics

Identification and genetic characterization of Jingmen tick virus from ticks sampled in select regions of Kenya; 2022-2024

Lydia Mwasi, Samoel Ashimosi Khamadi, Wallace Bulimo, Johnson D. M. Kinyua, Santos Yalwala, Luis Pow Sang, Robert C. Haynes, Gerald G. Kellar, John Eads, Fredrick Lunyagi Eyase

This study identifies and genetically characterizes Jingmen tick virus (JMTV) in Kenyan ticks, revealing positive selection, recombination, and zoonotic potential.

PLoS ONE · Oct 13, 2025Peer-reviewedEvolutionary Biology

Genetic Diversity of Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria among Symptomatic TB negative Patients in Kenya

Zakayo Maingi Mwangi, Nellie Mukiri, Frank Onyambu, Wallace Bulimo

The paper identifies 43 NTM species in symptomatic TB-negative patients in Kenya, finding high diversity with M. avium complex as dominant and significant regional and age associations.

bioRxiv · Oct 28, 2021 · PreprintMolecular Biology