Nikolaos Siafakas serves as an Associate Professor in Diagnostic Virology at ATTIKON University Hospital, affiliated with the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He holds a Ph. D. in Biological Sciences from the University of Essex and his expertise centers on the molecular diagnostics of viral infections, including extensive research on respiratory pathogens.
He is a prolific academic researcher who has co-authored over 120 publications, which have been cited thousands of times for his significant contributions to the field of virology.
Nikolaos Siafakas
Associate Professor in Diagnostic Virology at ATTIKON University Hospital
Chaïdári, Attiki, Greece
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Topics They Care About
Molecular Diagnostics
His work consistently focuses on developing and using molecular methods, such as PCR assays, for the rapid detection of viral pathogens like enteroviruses and herpesviruses.
Respiratory Viruses
He has recently published numerous studies on the diagnosis, epidemiology, and pathology of SARS-CoV-2, and is a conference speaker on other pathogens like Human metapneumovirus (hMPV).
Enterovirus Research
Authored multiple studies on the molecular identification of enteroviruses, particularly in children and in relation to outbreaks of aseptic meningitis.
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Work History
8-2023
Associate Professor in Diagnostic Virology at ATTIKON University Hospital
4-2013 - 8-2023
Assistant Professor in Diagnostic Virology at ATTIKON University Hospital
4-2005 - 4-2013
Lecturer in Diagnostic Virology at ATTIKON University Hospital
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Location : Chaïdári, Attiki, Greece
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Designation : Associate Professor in Diagnostic Virology at ATTIKON University Hospital
