Nancy Haigwood

Nancy Haigwood is an American virologist and immunologist known for her significant contributions to the field of HIV/AIDS research. She is currently the director of the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) and a professor of pathobiology and pathology at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU).

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Haigwood was born and raised in the United States. She completed her undergraduate studies in biology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). She then pursued her doctoral degree in microbiology and immunology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC).

Career[edit | edit source]

After completing her doctorate, Haigwood conducted postdoctoral research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the University of Washington. Her research primarily focused on the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and its impact on the immune system.

In 2007, Haigwood was appointed as the director of the ONPRC, where she continues to lead research efforts on HIV/AIDS. Her work at the ONPRC has been instrumental in understanding the transmission and prevention of HIV.

Research[edit | edit source]

Haigwood's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of HIV and AIDS. Her work has focused on the development of vaccines for HIV and understanding the immune response to the virus. She has also conducted extensive research on mother-to-child transmission of HIV.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Throughout her career, Haigwood has received numerous awards and recognition for her contributions to the field of virology and immunology. She is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Microbiology and the American Association of Immunologists.