 | Dr. George MutwiriImmune Modulation
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Biography
Dr. Mutwiri earned his DVM from the University of Nairobi, Kenya in 1985 and his PhD from the University of Guelph, Ontarion Canada in 1994. He did postdoctoral training at the University of California before joining VIDO. Currently, he is a Senior Scientist and Manager for Immune Modulation Program. Dr. Mutwiri is also a Professor at School of Public Health, University of Saskatchewan. His research interests are immunology, infectious diseases, vaccinology and immunotherapeutics.
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RESPONSIBILITIES: ♦ Principle Investigator, CpG Immune Modulation, Polyphosphazene ♦ Member, Science Management Team ♦ Professor, School of Public Health ♦ Member, Executive Director's Advisory Council, School of Public Health EDUCATION: ♦ University of California, San Diego. Postdoctoral research training 1994-97 ♦ Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. Ph.D Immunology 1994 ♦ Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya. DVM 1985 |
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Current Projects
1. Research and development of CpG ODN as vaccine adjuvants and immunotherapeutic agents.
2. Regulation of immune responses in mucosal tissues.
3. Mechanisms of adjuvant activity of polyphosphazenes.
4. Development of polyphosphazene microparticle for vaccine delivery.
