Infection, Genetics, and Immunology. Lessons from Coccidioides

The Immunobiology Seminar Series and the Valley Fever Center for Excellence present: “Infection, Genetics, and Immunology. Lessons from Coccidioides” 

Presenter Details 

Amy Hsu, Ph.D. 
Biologist, Immunopathogenesis Section
Laboratory of Clinical Immunobiology & Microbiology
National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases, NIH

As a bench researcher trained in genetics and genetic diagnostics, Dr. Hsu has been interested in the different disease presentations of Valley fever. In collaboration with the VFCE, she continues to explore the genetics underlying newly diagnosed patients. Additionally, her work includes studying the interaction between the fungus and the lung epithelium - where initial immune response occurs. Read more

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