Dr. Andres Hidalgo

Biography

Andres Hidalgo is a Professor at Yale University in the Department of Immunobiology. His research interests focus on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of innate immune cells and hematopoietic precursors, contributing to organismal physiology and pathology. As a postdoctoral trainee, he developed and utilized live imaging modalities to study acute inflammatory diseases, discovering receptors that mediate early neutrophil recruitment and signals responsible for acute vascular injury. As an independent researcher, he further developed tools to investigate thrombo-inflammation and its dramatic consequences on organs such as the lung, brain, and heart. He has uncovered new functions of innate immune cells, including how circadian rhythms in the bone marrow affect neutrophil entry into organs and are critical for immune defense and inflammation. His lab aims to define the fundamental organization and function of innate immune cells in various contexts, including development, homeostasis, and disease-promoting roles. Alongside his research, Hidalgo is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of scientists and creating a nurturing environment for trainees at all levels.

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