Dr. Lisa Micheni

Dr. Lisa Micheni Nkatha is a Kenyan medical microbiologist and academic specializing in tuberculosis research and antimicrobial resistance. She currently serves as a Senior Lecturer at Pwani University, where she contributes to teaching, research, and academic mentorship across programs in medicine, microbiology, nursing, and health sciences.

Her doctoral research focused on detecting multiple Mycobacterium tuberculosis strains and identifying drug resistance patterns, providing critical insights into tuberculosis epidemiology in East Africa. Her work has explored mixed TB infections and the genetic diversity of tuberculosis strains in the region.

Beyond research, Dr. Micheni is actively involved in curriculum development and supervision of postgraduate research, helping strengthen scientific training and research capacity in the region.