Jennifer Webster-Cyriaque

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Jennifer Webster-Cyriaque is a renowned medical researcher and professor in the field of Oral Biology and Microbiology. She is known for her significant contributions to the understanding of viral infections in immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with HIV/AIDS.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Jennifer Webster-Cyriaque was born and raised in United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies in Biology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), where she developed a keen interest in microbiology and virology. She then went on to earn her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the same institution.

Career[edit | edit source]

Webster-Cyriaque began her career as a postdoctoral fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), where she focused on the study of viral pathogens in the oral cavity. She then returned to UNC as a faculty member in the departments of Dental Ecology and Microbiology and Immunology. Her research primarily focuses on the pathogenesis of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and Human papillomavirus (HPV) in immunocompromised individuals.

Research[edit | edit source]

Webster-Cyriaque's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of how viral infections affect immunocompromised individuals. Her work has shed light on the mechanisms by which EBV and HPV evade the immune system, leading to persistent infection and disease. Her research has also highlighted the role of these viruses in the development of oral cancer in individuals with HIV/AIDS.

Recognition[edit | edit source]

Webster-Cyriaque's contributions to the field of oral biology and microbiology have been widely recognized. She has received numerous awards and honors for her research, including the National Institutes of Health's Merit Award.

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