Zhu, Tuofu

Faculty Profile

Submitted by Zhu, Tuofu on Fri, 10/08/2010 - 6:24pm

First Name:

Tuofu

Last Name:

Zhu

Title:

Associate Professor

Primary Institution:

Department/Division:

other

Department/Division:

other

E-Mail:

tzhu@u.washington.edu

Mail/Box #:

357080

Office Location:

Rosen Building, Room 362

Office Phone:

(206) 732-6079

Lab Website:

http://myprofile.cos.com/tzhu

Research

Research Summary:

We are currently focusing on the pathogenesis of HIV infection with particular emphasis on the mechanisms for controlling HIV-1 and SIV at low levels in vivo. We are devoting considerable effort toward identifying HIV-1 strains which are defective or attenuated, and human genes that protect against and/or control HIV-1 infection. We also have intense interest in defining the role of CD14+ monocytes in HIV-1 transmission as well as during the very early course of HIV-1 infection. In addition, we are involved in studies to define events of transmission, and modes of protection against SIV infection (using the SIV/macaque model). The above studies should assist in developing new therapeutic strategies and HIV-1 vaccine or strategies to enhance vaccine efficacy.

Short Research Description:

HIV-1 controller, vaccine, latent infection

Areas of Interest:

Microbiology, Infection & Immunity

Keywords:

<p> HIV-1 Pathogenesis, Vaccine, Therapy and Transmission, and Human Genetics.</p>

Publications

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