Erol Fikrig

This study identifies Upd as an activator of JAK/STAT signaling in mosquitoes that restricts arbovirus infection and reduces vector competence.

This study shows Borrelia burgdorferi binds serum amyloid A and modulates immune signaling in subcutaneous adipose tissue, identifying SAA as a host defense factor.

This study shows that SLPI deficiency in mice infected with B. burgdorferi leads to increased joint inflammation and immune cell infiltration.

This study shows that mosGILT in Anopheles gambiae affects immune genes and zpg expression, linking it to ovarian development and Plasmodium infection.