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Shabaana Khader is a Professor at the University of Chicago, specializing in the study of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and associated immune responses. Her research focuses on the mechanisms of efficient control of tuberculosis within the lungs, particularly prior to granuloma formation. She leads several NIH-funded projects aimed at developing novel adjuvanted subunit vaccines that induce Th1 and Th17 responses against tuberculosis. These projects include the targeting of trained immunity and exploring the functional roles of myeloid-derived suppressor cells in tuberculosis. Khader's contributions to the understanding of tuberculosis immunology are significant, and she has published numerous scholarly articles on the subject. Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding immune correlates of protection against tuberculosis disease, using both animal models and human studies. Through her research, Khader aims to improve vaccine-induced immune responses and tackle challenges related to tuberculosis treatment and prevention.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Professor of Microbiology with a focus on tuberculosis immunology and vaccine development.
Department of Philosophy