Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

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ISSN: 2639-9458
Research Article

Integrating Machine Learning with MALDI-TOF MS for Advanced Anthrax Diagnosis and Surveillance

Authors: Rocca María Florencia, Motter Andrea, Etcheverry Paula, Noseda Ramón, Combiesses Gustavo, Prieto Mónica.

DOI: 10.33425/2639-9458.1209


Abstract

Anthrax disease, caused by Bacillus anthracis, is a zoonotic disease with significant epidemiological implications. This study demonstrates the application of machine learning algorithms and MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for rapid identification and profiling of B. anthracis and the related species Bacillus cereus in Argentina. Our results validate the efficacy of these techniques in creating a local database of peptide fingerprints, providing a foundation for robust surveillance and diagnosis in public health laboratories. Statistical analyses confirm species-specific biomarkers, supporting the development of accessible screening protocols. This approach highlights the potential for MALDI-TOF MS in anthrax diagnostics and lays groundwork for future expansions in pathogen profiling.

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Citation: Rocca María Florencia, Motter Andrea, Etcheverry Paula, et al. Integrating Machine Learning with MALDI-TOF MS for Advanced Anthrax Diagnosis and Surveillance. 2025; 9(2). DOI: 10.33425/2639-9458.1209
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Idress Hamad Attitalla
Department of Microbiology | Omar Al-Mukhtar University

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