The Vyas Laboratory at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons studies the intersection between pathogenic fungal organisms and initial host responses. Invasive fungal infections are a leading cause of death among immunocompromised patients. It is, therefore, essential to define the cellular and molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions to improve outcomes for patients with invasive fungal infections. Using animal models, cell culture systems, and patient samples,…

The Vyas Laboratory at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons studies the intersection between pathogenic fungal organisms and initial host responses. Invasive fungal infections are a leading cause of death among immunocompromised patients. It is, therefore, essential to define the cellular and molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions to improve outcomes for patients with invasive fungal infections. Using animal models, cell culture systems, and patient samples,…