HIV Transmission and Pathogenesis: Translational Insights from Macaque Model Studies

Dr. Angela Amedee
Associate Professor of Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology
Location: CSRB seminar room 563

For more information or program materials email Dr. Angela Amedee at AAmede@lsuhsc.edu

• Describe the similarities of HIV disease in humans and SIV disease in rhesus macaques.
• List the benefits of the macaque model for translational research studies of HIV transmission.
• Explain the utility of the SIV-infested macaque to model HIV co-morbidities and viral pathogenesis.

Accreditation: The Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement: The Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans designates this live activity for a maximum 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.