Dr. Melanie Mcdonald

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Melanie Mcdonald is a Research Associate specializing in Virology at the University of Glasgow. She is a member of the Kohl Group, contributing to various projects focused on the interactions between viruses and host organisms, especially in mosquito vectors. Mcdonald's research has significant implications in understanding antiviral mechanisms and enhancing vectors' response to viral infections. She has been involved in critical studies related to gene expression silencing in Aedes aegypti mosquitos, providing insights into how these vectors can be managed to reduce the transmission of mosquito-borne viruses. Her research interests include virus-vector interactions and innovative approaches to studying viral activities in insect models.

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