Our group is researching the structure, function, and therapeutic targeting of the HIV capsid. Research projects include high-throughput screening of compound libraries for new inhibitors, phenotypic analysis of viral mutants, and studies of virus-host cell interactions in cell culture.
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| Christopher Aiken [Email] Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology |
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| Location |
Nashville, TN, USA |
| Contacts | N/A |
| Program Type |
Research |
| Funding Type |
Grants |
| Region |
North America |
| Global Health Topics |
Basic Sciences, HIV/AIDS |
| Eligibility |
Undergraduate students; Graduate students (non-clinical); Medical students (MD); Post-doctoral students, residents, or trainees |
| Program Length |
1 to 3 months; 1 year or more; Flexible, depending on the individuals interests and needs |
| VU Affiliation |
The program is affiliated with Vanderbilt. |
| Language(s) |
The program does not have a language requirement. |