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.