Dr. Reilley's research primarily centers on how to improve health outcomes for individuals affected by infectious diseases, particularly COVID-19. She develops guidelines that can help physical therapists assess and treat patients recovering from the virus, ensuring they receive the best care possible. In addition to her work on human health, Dr. Reilley explores agricultural topics, such as the efficacy of vaccines against Marek's disease in chickens, and the genetic diversity of barley and qat plants. These studies inform effective vaccination strategies and offer insights into improving crop cultivation and conservation.
Key findings
In her COVID-19 study, Dr. Reilley's expert task force created key outcome measures aimed at improving physical therapy for recovering patients, ensuring better treatment tracking.
Dr. Reilley found that using either a standard turkey herpesvirus or a recombinant version of the vaccine with another vaccine offers over 90% protection against Marek's disease in chickens.
In the qat plant study, Dr. Reilley identified the primary origins of cultivated qat in Kenya and Ethiopia, which aids in improving cultivation and conservation efforts.
Her barley study discovered three distinct genetic groups in wild barley, highlighting that current climate data may not accurately predict genetic diversity in this species.
Dr. Reilley's rapid detection method for Vibrio cholerae found it could identify contamination in seafood at just 1.4 cells per milliliter, crucial for preventing cholera outbreaks.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Reilley study COVID-19?
Yes, Dr. Reilley focuses on improving treatment and recovery outcomes for patients affected by COVID-19.
What treatments has Dr. Reilley researched for chickens?
She has researched vaccine combinations for Marek's disease in chickens, finding effective strategies to enhance protection.
Is Dr. Reilley's work relevant to farmers?
Yes, her research on the origins of qat and barley genetics helps farmers improve their cultivation practices and understand crop diversity.
How does Dr. Reilley's cholera research help seafood consumers?
Her work provides a rapid detection method for harmful bacteria in seafood, helping to prevent cholera outbreaks.
What does Dr. Reilley’s study on small bowel trauma in children indicate?
Her findings suggest that doctors can make surgical decisions based on physical exams, which can reduce risks for injured children.
Publications in plain English
APTA Cross Sections and Academies Recommendations for COVID-19 Core Outcome Measures.
2022
Journal of acute care physical therapy
Wells CL, Kegelmeyer D, Mayer KP, Kumble S, Reilley A +2 more
Plain English This study focused on creating a set of key measures for physical therapists to use when treating people affected by COVID-19. The expert task force recommended specific measures to help track patients' recovery and progress, which can improve treatment and outcomes. By establishing these guidelines, therapists will be better equipped to support individuals recovering from COVID-19.
Who this helps: This helps patients recovering from COVID-19 and the physical therapists who treat them.
Study of Efficacy and Replication of Recombinant Vector Vaccines by Using Turkey Herpesvirus Combined with Other Marek's Disease Vaccines.
2019
Avian diseases
Gimeno IM, Cortes AL, Reilley A, Barbosa T, Alvarado I +2 more
Plain English This study looked at how effective different combinations of vaccines for Marek’s disease (MD) are in chickens. The researchers found that using either a standard turkey herpesvirus (HVT) or a recombinant version (rHVT) with another vaccine, CVI988, provided protection against MD of over 90%. They also discovered that giving two doses of CVI988 caused lower replication of the rHVT vaccine, but this issue could be avoided by using a single dose of CVI988 or giving the rHVT vaccine first.
Who this helps: This research benefits poultry farmers and veterinarians by improving vaccination strategies against Marek's disease in chickens.
Phylogeography of the wild and cultivated stimulant plant qat (, Celastraceae) in areas of historical cultivation.
2017
American journal of botany
Tembrock LR, Simmons MP, Richards CM, Reeves PA, Reilley A +8 more
Plain English This study focused on the origins and spread of the qat plant, which is important for its stimulating effects and has deep cultural significance in parts of Ethiopia, Kenya, and Yemen. Researchers collected data from 1,561 wild and cultivated qat plants and found that cultivated qat primarily comes from two origins in Kenya and one in Ethiopia. This information is crucial because understanding the origins and differences in cultivated qat can help improve cultivation practices and conservation efforts, especially as wild populations face threats like deforestation.
Who this helps: This research benefits farmers and agricultural experts involved in qat cultivation and conservation.
Geography of Genetic Structure in Barley Wild Relative Hordeum vulgare subsp. spontaneum in Jordan.
2016
PloS one
Thormann I, Reeves P, Reilley A, Engels JM, Lohwasser U +3 more
Plain English This study looked at the genetic diversity of a wild barley species in Jordan, focusing on 32 different populations. Researchers found three distinct genetic groups within these populations, with most genetic diversity concentrated in the northern region. Interestingly, they discovered that the variations in genetic diversity did not match with climate conditions, suggesting that current climate data may not effectively predict genetic diversity in this wild barley.
Who this helps: This benefits plant breeders and conservationists working to improve barley and preserve genetic resources.
Rapid detection of Vibrio cholerae contamination of seafood by polymerase chain reaction.
1995
Molecular marine biology and biotechnology
Karunasagar I, Sugumar G, Karunasagar I, Reilley A
Plain English Researchers examined a method to quickly detect the harmful bacteria Vibrio cholerae in seafood using a technique called polymerase chain reaction (PCR). They found that this method could successfully identify the bacteria in samples containing just 1.4 cells per milliliter, making it effective even at low contamination levels. This is important because it can help prevent the spread of cholera, especially in regions where the V. cholerae O139 strain is common and linked to recent outbreaks.
Who this helps: This helps seafood consumers and public health officials working to prevent cholera outbreaks.
Reilley A, Marks M, Nance F, Arensman RM, Falterman KH
Plain English This study looked at 55 kids and teenagers with injuries to their small intestines caused by blunt force or sharp objects over 17 years. It found that none of the 14 kids with blunt injuries died, while 10% of the 41 kids with penetrating injuries did not survive. The research indicates that doctors can confidently decide to perform surgery based on a physical exam, which helps to reduce delays and lower the risk of death.
Who this helps: This helps children with small bowel injuries and the doctors treating them.