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Kathryn Rozen-Gagnon is an Assistant Professor in Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on understanding the interactions between arboviruses and their mosquito vectors, a critical area given the significant global burden of arbovirus-associated diseases. Rozen-Gagnon's lab employs sophisticated methods to explore the complex biology of mosquito cells and how arboviruses engage with host RNA networks. The research aims to uncover the mechanisms by which arboviruses such as chikungunya, Zika, and West Nile manipulate the RNA interference (RNAi) pathways in both mosquitoes and humans. A key aspect of her work involves the functional genomics of RNA interactions, which are essential for understanding mosquito immunity and how these viruses evade the host immune response. Through her innovative approaches, she seeks to contribute to the development of novel strategies for controlling arboviruses, thereby addressing a pressing public health concern.
Department of Sociology