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Rodney E. Rohde

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San Marcos
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Covers:  Infectious diseases, Medical / Clinical Laboratory, Public Health, Rabies, Antibiotic Resistance, Clinical Microbiology
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Rodney E. Rohde’s Biography

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Dr. Rohde is a Regents’ Professor for the Texas State University System. He is a University Distinguished Professor and Chair for the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Program and serves as Associate Director for Translational Health Research Center for Texas State University. He is a Global Fellow, Fellow of the Association of Clinical Scientists, Honorary Professor of International studies, and an ASCP board certified Specialist in Virology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. He served as a p…

Rodney E. Rohde’s Journalist Portfolio

2015 urEssential Laboratory Professional of the Year Award

2015 urEssential Laboratory Professional of the Year Award

Cardinal Health established the #urEssential award in 2014. I am grateful to be awarded the 2nd award and to …

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AHE Interview - Antimicrobial Resistance, HAIs and the Environment!

AHE Interview - Antimicrobial Resistance, HAIs and the Environment!

AHE EXCHANGE Conference interview in August 2018, Columbus, OH.

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COVID-19 & SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant: Scientific Insights from a Leading Virologist, with Dr. Rodn...

COVID-19 & SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant: Scientific Insights from a Leading Virologist, with Dr. Rodn...

Podcast: Play in new window | Download We are pleased to release a special bonus episode and do our part to a…

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Saving Lives in the Shadows of Healthcare - www.IC.tips

Saving Lives in the Shadows of Healthcare - www.IC.tips

Abstract Superbugs (or multidrug-resistant pathogens) are being spread, as our treatment choices diminish. Di…

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ACC Globalization & Diseases #WeSaveLivesEveryday

ACC Globalization & Diseases #WeSaveLivesEveryday

An invited presentation by Austin Community College - International Programs on November 30, 2016. The main p…

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Articles

Six questions answered about the current Ebola outbreak by a TXST microbiology and virology specialist

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By Rodney E. Rohde
| txst.edu
The 2026 Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda involves a rare strain with no approved vaccine, raising global concern over cross-border spread, healthcare instability, and outbreak preparedness. The current Ebola outbreak centered in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and spreading into Uganda has rapidly become one of the most concerning infectious disease emergencies of 2026.
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TXST virology specialist addresses hantavirus concerns

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By Rodney E. Rohde
| Dripping Springs Century News
A deadly outbreak of hantavirus linked to the Dutch expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has raised international concern after multiple passengers became ill and at least three people died. Health authorities, including the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are now monitoring passengers and tracing contacts across several countries.
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Virology specialist addresses hantavirus concerns: Cruise ship outbreak prompts international response

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By Rodney E. Rohde
| San Marcos Daily Record
A deadly outbreak of hantavirus linked to the Dutch expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has raised international concern after multiple passengers became ill and at least three people died. Health authorities, including the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are now monitoring passengers and tracing contacts across several countries.
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Interview

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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

What's your favorite social network?

Linkedin, Twitter and Facebook.

Why did you become a journalist?

It just sort of happened as I moved into science communication via my scientist, public health, academic and medical laboratory roles!

Awards

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Waksman Foundation Lecturer - American Society for Microbiology – Distinguished Lecturer– 2025-2027

2026 - American Society for Microbiology Distinguished Lecturer (ASMDL)

The American Society for Microbiology Distinguished Lecturer (ASMDL) program consists of a scientifically-diverse roster of 16-20 lecturers, who are available to present at ASM Branch meetings throughout the U.S. Included on the roster are 2 Waksman Foundation Lecturers, supported by funding from the Waksman Foundation for Microbiology, and selected for their expertise in antibiotics, translational research and/or environmental microbiology. See: https://asm.org/programs/asm-distinguished-waksman-foundation-lecturer-rost

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American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Mentor Award

2025 - Mentorship

The award, presented during the ASCP 2025 Annual Meeting held Nov. 17-20 in Atlanta, recognizes ASCP members who have demonstrated excellence in mentoring by providing support, encouragement and promoting the field of pathology to students and residents. See: https://news.txst.edu/accolades-and-achievements/2025/rodney-rohde-honored-with-ascp-mentorship-award.html

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Awarded Faculty Fellow, Faculty Seminar in St. Etienne, France

2025 - Faculty Fellow

Digital Health Summer School Program, Development of Curriculum for two-week intensive experience at Ecole Mines St. Etienne (EMSE) in Saint-Etienne, France, designed to address global health workforce challenges and the growing demand for digital healthcare skills. The program focuses on digital health and data analytics, integrating project management methodologies to prepare students for real-world healthcare solutions. Highlights include a hackathon where students tackle challenges from medical device professionals, emphasizing interoperability, data capture, and utilization.

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Alfred Nolle Chapter of Alpha Chi “Favorite Professor"

2025 - Teaching / Education

Texas State University, Alfred Nolle Chapter of Alpha Chi “Favorite Professor” for outstanding dedication to teaching, pedagogical skills, and influence on students

American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), ASCP Member Excellence in Education Award

2023 - Education

Whether by developing effective teaching methods and instructional materials or through superior teaching performance in the classroom or clinic, the ASCP Member Excellence in Education Award celebrates the contributions of outstanding instructors. See: https://www.instagram.com/txsthealth/p/Cy6nuK4JehE/?__d=1

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The Pathologist’s Power List 2023

2023 - Medical Laboratory Professional

International Honor from The Pathologist magazine The 2023 iteration of our annual Power List is a veritable pathology anthology – a collection of topical, anatomical, and sometimes comical stories from the lab. After hundreds of submissions, our expert judging panel believed these final 25 tales to be symbolic of the amazing work that goes on day in, day out across the field – spanning multiple topics, subspecialties, and continents.

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ASCLS Robin H. Mendelson Memorial Award

2021

In recognition of medical laboratory global subject matter expert advocacy during SARS-CoV-2 / COVID-19 pandemic

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ASCP Career Ambassador Hall of Fame

2021 - Medical Laboratory Professional

Career Ambassadors and Pathology Ambassadors are a volunteer network of laboratory professional, pathologist and resident members that promote careers in the medical laboratory in their communities. Through hands-on activities and engaging presentations, ambassadors help young people and others understand and appreciate the medical laboratory’s role in patient care and inspire them to pursue a career in the medical laboratory and pathology while cultivating relationships in their community. See: https://news.txst.edu/featured-faculty/2021/rohde-ascp-career-ambassador.html

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