University of Alabama at Birmingham · Microbiology & ImmunologyTransplant Immunity Lab
Frances E. Lund · Birmingham, Alabama
Research Focus
Dr. Frances E. Lund's research lab focuses on understanding the memory B and T cells of the human immune system, particularly in the context of organ transplantation. They investigate how these cells evolve and persist over time, especially in tissues vital for transplant success. Their work aims to uncover insights that could lead to improved treatments for transplant patients by balancing protective and damaging immune responses.
memory B cellsmemory T cellsimmune responseorgan transplantationadaptive immunity
Research Aims
3AIM 01Monitor the movement of memory B and T cells from blood into various tissues over time.
AIM 02Analyze the factors that influence the evolution and survival of specific memory cell populations.
AIM 03Assess how environmental changes affect the durability and function of memory B and T cells.
Skills the Lab Values
cell cultureflow cytometryimmunohistochemistrybiopsy analysisbioinformatics
Output against the department
Publications202top 32% of dept.154th of 486
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Citations16ktop 24% of dept.117th of 486
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