Erin Foster
About Erin Foster
Erin Foster is a Post Doctoral Research Fellow at the Rocky Mountain Lab, Niaid, Nih, with a focus on flavivirus research and innate immune responses. She previously served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Delaware and holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Erin Foster has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2010. She serves as a Post Doctoral Research Fellow at the Rocky Mountain Lab, which is part of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). In this role, she conducts research focused on flaviviruses and their interaction with the innate immune system. Her work involves investigating how these viruses affect type I interferon production, a critical component of the body's antiviral response.
Education and Expertise
Erin Foster earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology from the University of Delaware, where she studied from 2004 to 2010. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Biology at Hood College from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her research in virology and immunology, particularly in the context of viral infections and immune responses.
Background
Before joining the NIH, Erin Foster worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Delaware from 2004 to 2010. During her six years in this position, she gained valuable experience in research methodologies and laboratory techniques. This role contributed to her development as a scientist and prepared her for her current research endeavors at the NIH.
Research Focus
Erin Foster's research primarily investigates the mechanisms by which flaviviruses delay the production of type I interferon, an essential part of the immune response to viral infections. Additionally, she explores the role of a mitochondria-associated protein in the innate immune response. Her work aims to enhance the understanding of viral pathogenesis and the immune system's response to infections.