Padmapriya Sekar
About Padmapriya Sekar
Padmapriya Sekar is a Post Doctoral Fellow at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Rockville, Maryland, where she investigates the interaction between liver natural killer cells and pathogens. She previously worked at the University of Toledo, where she earned her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Padmapriya Sekar currently serves as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). She has held this position since 2016, contributing to research efforts in Rockville, Maryland. Her work involves investigating the mechanisms by which pathogens evade immune responses, particularly focusing on liver natural killer (NK) cells.
Previous Experience at The University of Toledo
Prior to her current role, Padmapriya Sekar worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at The University of Toledo from 2015 to 2016. During her time in Toledo, Ohio, she engaged in research that laid the groundwork for her current investigations. This experience contributed to her expertise in the field of microbiology and immunology.
Education and Expertise
Padmapriya Sekar earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Toledo, where she studied from 2010 to 2015. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her research on immune responses and pathogen interactions, particularly involving liver NK cells.
Research Focus and Contributions
Padmapriya Sekar's research primarily focuses on the interaction between liver natural killer (NK) cells and pathogens. She investigates how these immune cells respond to infections and the strategies pathogens use to evade detection and response. Her work contributes to a deeper understanding of immune mechanisms and potential therapeutic approaches.