Osaka Metropolitan University - Japan
Author Profile
SCOPUS
🌱 Early academic pursuits
Atsushi Hinenoya embarked on his academic journey with a deep passion for veterinary science and microbiology. he earned his ph.d. in 2009 from the department of veterinary science at the graduate school of life and environmental sciences, osaka prefectural university, japan. during this time, he delved into complex microbial research, laying the foundation for his career as an esteemed microbiologist and academic leader.
🏫 Professional endeavors
Dr. Hinenoya’s professional career began in 2009 as an assistant professor at osaka prefectural university, where he dedicated nearly a decade to teaching and research. his commitment and expertise earned him a promotion to associate professor in 2017. between 2017 and 2019, he expanded his international experience as a visiting scholar at the department of animal science, university of tennessee, usa. in 2022, he joined osaka metropolitan university as an associate professor in the department of veterinary science, where he continues to contribute to advancing veterinary microbiology.
🔬 Contributions and research focus
Throughout his career, dr. hinenoya has focused on understanding zoonotic pathogens, specifically escherichia coli and escherichia albertii. his completed research projects have addressed Molecular epidemiology of pathogenic bacteria molecular epidemiology, colistin resistance, and horizontal gene transfer in e. coli. currently, his ongoing studies aim to develop novel detection methods, analyze virulence mechanisms, and explore the transmission dynamics of e. albertii. his contributions to the field are evident through his published works and two patents, including an innovative method for producing disinfected liver.
🏆 Accolades and recognition
Dr. Hinenoya’s groundbreaking research has earned him several prestigious awards. he received research encouragement awards in 2011 and 2016 from the japanese symposium for Molecular epidemiology of pathogenic bacteria enterohemorrhagic e. coli infectious diseases. in 2021, he was honored with the young scientist award by the japanese society for bacteriology, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field of bacteriology.
🌍 Impact and influence
With a citation index of 26 in scopus, dr. hinenoya’s work has significantly influenced the scientific community, particularly in veterinary microbiology and zoonotic pathogen research. his Molecular epidemiology of pathogenic bacteria consultancy projects with taiko pharmaceutical have contributed to the development of effective disinfection methods against multidrug-resistant bacteria and foodborne pathogens, demonstrating the practical application of his research in public health and food safety.
💡 Legacy and future contributions
Dr. Hinenoya’s legacy lies in his unwavering commitment to combating zoonotic diseases and advancing veterinary microbiology. as he continues his research on e. albertii and other emerging pathogens, his work promises to shape the future of microbial science and public health. his dedication to mentoring young scientists and collaborating with international institutions ensures that his contributions will have a lasting impact on the field.
Notable Publications
- Title: Occurrence and cross contamination of Escherichia albertii in retail chicken outlets in Bangladesh
Authors: Hassan, J., Utsho, K.S., Karmakar, S., Yamasaki, S., Hinenoya, A.
Journal: International Journal of Food Microbiology, 2025, 431, 111081
- Title: Prevalence of potentially pathogenic and antimicrobial-resistant Escherichia coli in raw milk and dairy products in Egypt
Authors: Elbastawesy, A.M., Awasthi, S.P., Hatanaka, N., Deeb, A.M.M., Yamasaki, S.
Journal: International Dairy Journal, 2025, 162, 106145
- Title: Development of a novel modified selective medium cefixime–tellurite-phosphate-xylose-rhamnose MacConkey agar for isolation of Escherichia albertii and its evaluation with food samples
Authors: Takehira, K., Manjunath, G.B., Hatanaka, N., Hinenoya, A., Yamasaki, S.
Journal: International Journal of Food Microbiology, 2025, 430, 111057
- Title: A plasmid-mediated type III secretion system associated with invasiveness and diarrheagenicity of Providencia rustigianii
Authors: Hassan, J., Hinenoya, A., Hatanaka, N., Faruque, S.M., Yamasaki, S.
Journal: mBio, 2024, 15(10)
- Title: Detection of prolonged excretion of Escherichia albertii in stool specimens of a 7-year-old child by a newly developed Eacdt gene-based quantitative real-time PCR method and molecular characterization of the isolates
Authors: Awasthi, S.P., Nagita, A., Hatanaka, N., Hinenoya, A., Yamasaki, S.
Journal: Heliyon, 2024, 10(9), e30042