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Doty Ojwach

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Dr Doty Ojwach earned her Doctorate in Virology from the 肆客足球 of KwaZulu-Natal at the HIV Pathogenesis program. In her current role at RIRCA, Doty leverages her profound scientific knowledge and a deep understanding of the intricate relationship between HIV replication and HIV immunity. Her primary focus is on investigating the consequences of maternal HIV and/or CMV co-infection and how these dynamics impact the development of fetal immunity, starting by investigations in the placenta. Doty's work represents a vital contribution to our understanding of the complex interactions between viral infections and the immune system during pregnancy.

Carine Kunsevi-Kilola

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Dr Carine Kunsevi-Kilola holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from Stellenbosch 肆客足球, where her research explored the intricate connection between Tuberculosis (TB) and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), particularly examining the factors influencing T2D individuals in progressing to active TB. Since joining RIRCA, Carine has directed her expertise towards understanding the mechanism affecting pregnant women living with HIV and fetal development.

Dr Tariq Webber's research interests to understand the role of metabolic hormones in the placental immune response during viral infections. Tariq is also experienced in flow cytometry and R, and applies these skills to assist other studies. The interactions between the immune system and endocrine system are intricate. While we know that disruptions in hormones can influence the immune response, this area is understudied and crucial to understand. Tariq's research homes in on the role of hormones in the immune response to infectious disease. He is particularly interested in metabolic hormones and how they link metabolic diseases and nutrition to infectious disease susceptibility.?

OUR ALUMNI

Nadia Ikumi Post-Doc UCT 2016-2021

Sonwabile Dzanibe Post-Doc UCT 2017-2021

Kyle O'Hagan Post-Doc UCT 2017-2019?