Infectious Disease and Immunology
MUSM is a hub for a wide variety of research into infectious diseases and immunology. Our faculty lead the field in herpesvirus research, as well as neuroimmunology and immune system-tumor interactions.
Funding Organizations
- National Institute on Allergy and Infectious Disease
- National Cancer Institute
INFECTIOUS DISEASE AND IMMUNOLOGY RESEARCH FACULTY
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Robert Visalli, PhD
Savannah
The Visalli laboratory uses human and animal herpesviruses as model organisms to understand the mechanism of viral genome (DNA) encapsidation.
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Gretchen Bentz, PhD
Macon
Dr. Bentz’s research focuses on the Epstein-Barr virus, a ubiquitous herpesvirus that establishes a lifelong latent infection within the host.
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Sung-Jae Cha, PhD
Macon
Dr. Cha’s lab investigates vector-borne diseases using molecular biology, immunology, and genetic
approaches.
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Peter Uchakin, PhD
Macon
Dr. Uchakin’s lab studies the regulatory role of the immune system in the development of stress response
as part of the Psycho-Neuro-Endo-Immune network.
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Wendilywn Walker, PhD
Columbus
Dr. Walker’s lab investigates how innate immune pathways and physiological processes contribute to
sepsis.
