Irini Sereti
American physician-scientist
Irini Sereti is an American physician-scientist known for her work in the field of immunology and infectious diseases, particularly in the context of HIV/AIDS. She is a senior investigator at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Irini Sereti was born in Greece and pursued her medical education at the University of Athens, where she earned her MD degree. She then moved to the United States to further her training in internal medicine and infectious diseases.
Career[edit | edit source]
Dr. Sereti completed her residency in internal medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. Following her residency, she undertook a fellowship in infectious diseases at the National Institutes of Health, where she began her research career.
At the NIH, Dr. Sereti has focused on understanding the immune system's response to HIV infection and the complications that arise from it. Her research has been pivotal in exploring the mechanisms of immune activation and inflammation in HIV-infected individuals, which are critical factors in the progression of the disease.
Research contributions[edit | edit source]
Dr. Sereti's work has significantly contributed to the understanding of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS), a condition that can occur in HIV-infected patients who start antiretroviral therapy. Her research has helped elucidate the pathogenesis of IRIS and has informed clinical strategies to manage this complex condition.
She has also been involved in studies examining the effects of immune-based therapies in HIV, aiming to reduce chronic inflammation and improve immune function in patients. Her work has implications for the development of new therapeutic approaches that could enhance the quality of life for individuals living with HIV.
Awards and honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout her career, Dr. Sereti has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to medical research and her dedication to improving patient care. She is recognized as a leader in the field of HIV research and continues to mentor the next generation of scientists and clinicians.
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