Dr. Sara Miller

Biography

Sara Elizabeth Miller is a Professor in the Department of Pathology at Duke University, specializing in infectious diseases, particularly viral diseases, and the ultrastructure-function relationships. Her laboratory employs advanced techniques such as electron microscopy (EM), focusing on preparative methods including negative staining, thin sectioning, and immunolabeling of acrylic frozen sections. She is particularly interested in methods for diagnosing viral illnesses through EM and has developed sensitive, faster detection methods using molecular techniques. Miller’s work addresses the challenges presented by the leading cause of death worldwide—infectious diseases—especially in patients with advanced cancer therapies who are more susceptible to unusual diseases. Her collaborative research extends to studying microbial interactions within the mucous membranes and the immune responses, as well as examining morphological differences in retroviruses. In her academic career, she has mentored graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and medical residents in the effective use of electron microscopy for research.

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