University of California-San Diego · ChemistryAmaro Lab
Rommie E Amaro · La Jolla, California
Research Focus
Dr. Rommie E Amaro's lab at UC San Diego focuses on studying the HIV-1 virus using advanced computer simulations. Their main goal is to understand the behavior and structure of the HIV envelope protein, which is crucial for both vaccine development and understanding how the virus infects cells. By using sophisticated modeling techniques, the lab aims to uncover new insights that can help design better treatments and prevention strategies for HIV.
HIV-1envelope proteinmolecular dynamicsvaccine developmentcomputational microscopy
Research Aims
5AIM 01Explore the dynamics of the HIV-1 envelope protein (Env) using molecular dynamics simulations.
AIM 02Investigate the interactions between Env and its receptor co-receptors.
AIM 03Optimize immunogen design based on simulation data.
AIM 04Identify novel therapeutic targets within Env's structure.
AIM 05Provide unprecedented insights into the glycan shield of Env.
Skills the Lab Values
molecular dynamics simulationscomputer modelingstructural biologycollaborative experimental designdata analysis
Output against the department
Publications427top 25% of dept.53rd of 216
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Citations15ktop 33% of dept.72nd of 216
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