I am an immunologist with a background in human and non-human primate (NHP) research. My expertise lies in the immunopathogenesis of infectious diseases and vaccine immunology. Currently, my research is primarily centered on elucidating the mechanisms underlying impaired immune function in the context of aging, with a specific focus on the aging population affected by HIV infection. To achieve this, I employ an integrative approach that combines the fields of immunology, metabolism, and vaccine responses.