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Andino Pavlovsky, Raul |
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University of California, San Francisco |
| Primary Field
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Microbial Biology |
| Secondary Field
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Immunology and Inflammation |
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Raul Andino’s research focuses on the mechanisms of RNA virus infection and adaptation to dynamic environments. His work has illuminated the viral replication strategies, including the remodeling of polysomes and the engagement of host proteostasis networks in viral protein biogenesis, replication, and assembly. He has pioneered experimental and computational approaches to study the evolution of RNA viruses, linking genetic diversity to viral fitness and adaptation. These advances have significantly deepened our understanding of viral population dynamics and informed the development of innovative strategies to combat disease. Notable achievements include the development of a novel oral poliovirus vaccine (nOPV) that supports global eradication efforts, and groundbreaking discoveries on antiviral RNA interference (RNAi) mechanisms in insects and viral counter-defense strategies. His scientific contributions have been recognized with prestigious honors, including the M.W. Beijerinck Virology Prize, the Humboldt Research Award, and election as a Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology. |
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