Boston University · Microbiology & ImmunologyDavey Lab
Robert A Davey · Boston, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Dr. Robert A. Davey's lab at Boston University focuses on studying emerging infectious diseases in a highly secure biocontainment facility. The lab conducts innovative research to develop diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines to protect public health. It also trains the next generation of scientists to handle high-risk pathogens safely.
infectious diseasesbiocontainmentvaccine developmenttranslational researchanimal modelsdiagnostic testsbiodefensepublic healthpathogenesis
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the pathogenesis of emerging infectious diseases.
AIM 02Develop and test new vaccines and therapeutics for infectious agents.
AIM 03Train researchers in safe practices for handling high-risk pathogens.
AIM 04Support national biodefense responses through research planning and collaboration.
AIM 05Create and refine animal models to study human disease processes.
Skills the Lab Values
BSL-4 laboratory techniquesanimal model developmentmicroscopyPCRcell culturevaccination methodologiesdiagnostic assay developmenthigh containment researchbiosecurity practices
Output against the department
Publications212top 30% of dept.146th of 486
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Citations9.6ktop 38% of dept.183rd of 486
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