Current Appointments & Affiliations
Postdoctoral Scholar
Integrative Immunobiology,
Basic Science Departments
Recent Publications
DUX4-stimulated genes define an antiviral defense program in human placental trophoblasts.
Journal Article J Exp Med · December 1, 2025 The placenta combats mother-to-fetus transmission of viruses through the antiviral activities of fetal-derived trophoblasts. Placental trophoblasts employ specialized antiviral strategies to protect against infection while preventing maternal immune reject ... Full text Link to item CiteDUX4-stimulated genes define an antiviral defense program in human placental trophoblasts.
Preprint · July 9, 2025 Full text Link to item CiteInnate immune responses to pathogens at the maternal-fetal interface.
Journal Article Nat Rev Immunol · June 18, 2025 During pregnancy, the maternal immune system must navigate a balance between fetal tolerance and a response to acquired microbial infections. Cells at the maternal-fetal interface coordinate this response throughout gestational stages in a dynamic manner, ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Investigating how placental trophoblasts respond to and defend against HCMV infection
FellowshipPI-Fellow · Awarded by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases · 2024 - 2026Innate immune signaling in placental antiviral defenses
ResearchPostdoctoral Associate · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2021 - 2025View All Grants