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Laura Martin Sancho is an Assistant Professor at Imperial College London specializing in Molecular Virology within the Department of Infectious Disease, Faculty of Medicine. Her research focuses on understanding the intricate interactions between viruses and host organisms, particularly in relation to Dengue, Zika, and West Nile viruses. Continuing her research, Laura employs a systems biology approach that integrates various OMIC measurements with molecular virology techniques to decipher the mechanisms that dictate viral infection and pathogenesis. She completed her PhD at the Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology, Germany, where she studied host factors influencing the H5N1 influenza virus's ability to infect human cells. This foundational work catalyzed her interest in zoonotic viruses and their transmission between species. Following her PhD, she worked in the lab of Sumit K. Chanda at Scripps Research Institute, where she delved into the molecular mechanisms of viral evasion and restriction, gaining insights into how influenza virus and SARS-CoV-2 can evade host autophagy. Laura is dedicated to mentoring students and postdocs in her laboratory, fostering a supportive and dynamic research environment with an emphasis on innovative science.
Imperial College London • London, England
Specializing in Molecular Virology, focusing on understanding virus-host interactions and their implications for viral infection outcomes.
Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.