Tulane University of Louisiana · Microbiology & ImmunologyNorton Lab
Elizabeth B Norton · New Orleans, Louisiana
Research Focus
Dr. Elizabeth B. Norton’s lab focuses on developing effective vaccines against enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC), a major cause of diarrhea, especially in vulnerable populations. The lab conducts in-depth analysis of vaccine responses using samples from clinical trials, aiming to uncover the immunological mechanisms that lead to strong protective effects. This research not only seeks to enhance vaccine efficacy but also aims to improve public health outcomes by addressing a significant bacterial infection.
vaccine developmententerotoxigenic E. coliimmunogenicitycellular immunitybiomarkersclinical trialsadjuvantshumoral responseimmunologypublic health
Research Aims
4AIM 01Evaluate the development of memory responses to the ETEC vaccine.
AIM 02Identify key biomarkers associated with vaccination outcomes.
AIM 03Analyze cellular immunity induced by the vaccine.
AIM 04Investigate molecular mechanisms behind effective immunity.
Skills the Lab Values
PCRcell culturemouse modelsflow cytometryserum analysistranscriptional assaysmetabolomicsimmunological assaysdata analysis in RWestern blotting
Output against the department
Publications94bottom 32% of dept.328th of 486
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Citations1.6kbottom 10% of dept.437th of 486
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