Area(s) of specialization: Human Papillomavirus; Viral Oncogenesis; DNA Damage Repair
First, we study the repair deficiencies caused by oncogenes from high risk members of the Alpha Genus (viruses that are the causative agent in cervical and many other cancers), in order to predict novel chemotherapeutic targets for the tumors associated with these viral infections. We are also interested in the Beta genus of HPVs.
In our lab, we study viruses that cause cancer, namely human papillomaviruses or HPVs.
Specifically, by learning how HPV proteins manipulate cells, we can determine which cancers are caused by HPV infections and predict effective treatments for tumors known to be caused by HPV.
Research: Biology – Studies HPV biology to improve treatment options for the cancers caused by these viruses
Expertise: Studies the manipulation of cell signaling and DNA damage repair by oncogenic viruses
Subject areas:
- Genetics, Developmental and Cell Biology
