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Dr. Adam Lauring is a physician-scientist with a research focus on the genetics and evolution of RNA viruses. His laboratory primarily investigates the mutation rates and mutational tolerance of poliovirus and influenza virus. Through advanced generation sequencing of patient samples, he defines the within-host evolution and transmission dynamics of these viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Lauring collaborates with large teams to study the genomic epidemiology of respiratory viruses and the effectiveness of vaccines. He holds an MD and a PhD from the University of Washington, and has been recognized for his contributions to medical research and education, receiving multiple awards for his work in the field.
Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.