Peter Arthur
The researcher's work is centered on the comprehensive study of multiple sclerosis (MS), focusing on its molecular mechanisms, advanced treatment therapies, and innovative imaging techniques. They have significantly contributed to the field by developing interferon-based therapies like fingolimod and natalizumab, as well as B-cell immunotherapy, which are pivotal in advancing MS management. Additionally, they have made strides in advancing retinal OCT technology through specific studies on optic neuritis, demonstrating their expertise in both treatment development and medical imaging. Their research also delves into the immune response, exploring how B-cells trigger T cells to cause disease progression, highlighting a deep integration of biological, clinical, and technological advancements in understanding and treating multiple sclerosis.
Faculty Biography
I am a Senior Lecturer, formerly the Head of the Department of English and now the Head of Department of Language and Communication Sciences, KNUST. My area of specialization is text analysis in literature, traditional and contemporary cultures. I love how language intersects with culture and this has led me to research a lot more in oral literature. I am currently working on the Ghanaian folktale, Anansesem, and the potential it holds for Ghanaian pedagogy, morality and philosophy. I also love working on the literariness and performances of Ghanaian traditional festivals. On the other side is my research in Ghanaian contemporary culture spanning over the period of highlife to that of hiplife.
Advanced Image Processing Techniques
Advanced Neuroimaging Techniques and Applications
Barrier Structure and Function Studies
Cell Adhesion Molecules Research
Cytomegalovirus and herpesvirus research
Drug Transport and Resistance Mechanisms
Family Support in Illness
Gene expression and cancer classification
Glaucoma and retinal disorders
HIV Research and Treatment
Immune Response and Inflammation
Immunotherapy and Immune Responses
Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis
Ion channel regulation and function
Lung Cancer Research Studies
Medical Image Segmentation Techniques
Mesenchymal stem cell research
Multiple Sclerosis Research Studies
Multisensory perception and integration
Neurogenesis and neuroplasticity mechanisms
Neuroinflammation and Neurodegeneration Mechanisms
Ocular Diseases and Behçet’s Syndrome
Optical Coherence Tomography Applications
Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments
Retinal and Macular Surgery
Retinal and Optic Conditions
Retinal Imaging and Analysis
SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
Sphingolipid Metabolism and Signaling
T-cell and B-cell Immunology
Ultrasound Imaging and Elastography
Viral Infections and Immunology Research
Visual perception and processing mechanisms
Department of English
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology