Immunology & Host-Pathogen Interaction Lab
Decoding immune responses and host-pathogen interactions to advance vaccine and immunotherapy development.
Research Mission
The Immunology & Host-Pathogen Interaction Lab investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms of immune response to pathogens — characterizing how the immune system recognizes, responds to, and remembers infectious threats. The lab generates the immunological understanding needed to design effective vaccines, immunotherapies, and immune-modulating interventions, with particular focus on pathogens of global health security concern.
Key Research Functions
Immune Response Characterization
Characterizing innate and adaptive immune responses to pathogens at the molecular and cellular level — identifying the immune correlates of protection that guide vaccine and immunotherapy design.
Vaccine Immunogenicity
Assessing the immunogenicity of vaccine candidates — measuring antibody responses, T cell activation, and memory formation to predict protective efficacy and optimize vaccine formulations.
Immune Evasion Research
Investigating the mechanisms by which pathogens evade host immune responses — identifying vulnerabilities that can be exploited by vaccines and immunotherapies to overcome immune evasion.
Research Capabilities
Directorate of Advanced Research & Applied Sciences
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