Meera Surendran Nair

Meera Surendran Nair is an experienced professional in veterinary microbiology and clinical diagnostics, currently serving as the Director of Clinical Microbiology at Mars Veterinary Health: Antech Diagnostics since March 2023. Prior to this role, Meera was an Assistant Clinical Professor at Penn State University, contributing to the development of molecular diagnostic services and coordinating scientific and regulatory efforts in veterinary biologicals. Meera's research background includes a postdoctoral associate position at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, focusing on genomic tools and host-pathogen interactions in swine respiratory diseases. Educational qualifications encompass a Ph.D. in Food Microbiology and Safety from the University of Connecticut, along with additional degrees and residencies in veterinary microbiology and clinical research. Meera's expertise extends to teaching and conducting significant research on antimicrobial strategies and infectious disease diagnostics.