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Dr. Brogden’s biosketch

Kim A. Brogden, PhD

Dr. Brogden is a microbiologist with knowledge and experience in oral microbiology, oral inflammation, oral innate immunity and oral immunology.

Contact information

  • Kim Alan Brogden, PhD, Vertex Discoveries, 1395 Boyson Rd., Hiawatha, IA 52233 USA
  • Email: kimabrogden@gmail.com

General overview

Dr. Brogden has over 45 years of experience in microbiology and immunology, with internationally recognized expertise in mechanisms of innate immunity, inflammation, and microbial pathogenesis for the study of host interactions with bacteria in periodontal diseases. His research has received support from the National Institutes of Health and the US Department of Agriculture. His research interests include oral infection and inflammation, particularly the role of chemokines and cytokines in saliva and the underlying signaling mechanisms. He explores the use of ultraviolet irradiation to activate innate and adaptive immune mechanisms in endodontic root canals, either directly or through UV-induced biomarkers, aiming to supplement endodontic procedures to reduce infection, inflammation, and pain while aiding in healing.

Education

  • BS, Iowa State University, 1975
  • MS, Iowa State University, 1977
  • PhD, Iowa State University, 1981

Professional experience

  • 2017-present    Vertex Discoveries
  • 2021-present    Emeritus Professor, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa
  • 2012-2021        Director, Iowa Institute for Oral Health Research, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa
  • 2004-2021        Professor, Department of Periodontics, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa
  • 2017-2018        Interim DEO, Department of Periodontics, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa
  • 2014-2015        Interim Associate Dean for Research, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa
  • 2003-2004        Research Program Representative, USDA, ARS, National Animal Disease Center, Ames, IA
  • 1999-2004        Research Leader (Department Head), Respiratory Diseases USDA, ARS, NADC, Ames, IA
  • 1999-2004        Collaborating Professor, Cellular and Molecular Pathology specialty of Veterinary Pathology, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
  • 2001-2001        National Program Leader for Animal Health, National Program Staff, USDA, ARS, Beltsville, MD
  • 1981-1999        Microbiologist, USDA, ARS, NADC, Ames, IA

Select activities

Dr. Brogden is a member of the American Society for Microbiology, a Fellow in the American Academy of Microbiology, and a member of Phi Zeta and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He has co-edited multiple books including Virulence Mechanisms of Bacterial Pathogens, second and third editions (ASM Press, Washington, D.C.,1995 and 2000); Polymicrobial Diseases (ASM Press, Washington, D.C., 2002); and Post-Infectious Sequelae and Long-Term Consequences of Infectious Diseases (ASM Press, Washington, D.C., 2009).

Publications

Throughout his career, Dr. Brogden has authored co-authored 1 book and 17 book chapters and was a co-editor for 5 other books; over 193 peer reviewed journal articles; and 8 provisional patents and patents. He has presented over 265 abstracts at local, regional, national, or international meetings and conferences.

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