We study how viruses shape and disrupt the immune system, with a focus on understanding disease mechanisms and identifying strategies for prevention and treatment. Our research integrates basic virology, immunology, and translational approaches to bridge the gap between discovery and clinical impact.
As part of the College of Veterinary Medicine, we are uniquely positioned to use diverse animal models and translational systems to move findings from bench to bedside.
We study how viruses interact with the immune system to drive disease. This includes immune responses, inflammation, and pathogenesis in respiratory and tick-borne viral infections.
We develop and evaluate vaccines against coronaviruses and highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses (HPAIV). Our work focuses on improving protective immune responses and vaccine efficacy.
We investigate host-targeted therapies that modulate immune responses and reduce viral disease severity. This work aims to limit inflammation and tissue damage across viral infections.
