
Mr. Walter Samuel Hunter
PhD student
I am passionate about computational biology and infectious diseases, with hands-on experience in both wet lab experiments and computational data analysis. My research focuses on applying sequencing technologies and bioinformatics tools to deepen our understanding of infectious diseases. Ultimately, I aim to contribute to public health advancements.
Outside the lab, I enjoy exploring science fiction universes—especially Marvel, engaging with stand-up comedy, climbing, rock music, and creating accessible science communication content.
Education:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biotechnology), University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland
Research interests:
- Whole genome sequencing, comparative genomics, metagenomics, single-cell genomics, and multi-omics to study both microbial and host systems.
- Host–pathogen interactions, including disease severity, host response, and microbial virulence mechanisms.
- Microbiome dynamics in health, disease, and environmental contexts.
- Genomic epidemiology for investigating disease origins, transmission patterns, and spatiotemporal heterogeneity.
- Mathematical and computational modeling of pathogen spread to support public health interventions.
- Neglected tropical diseases, emerging infectious diseases, and zoonotic spillovers.
- Public and global health applications, with particular interest in tropical medicine and research within low- and middle-income countries.