DermodyLab
dermodylab.bsky.social
DermodyLab
@dermodylab.bsky.social
Ever-enthusiastic virologists at the University of Pittsburgh and Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC!

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https://www.pediatrics.pitt.edu/divisions/infectious-diseases/labs-and-faculty-pages/dermody-lab
Pinned
Welcome to the viral side of Bluesky! We're here to spread good contagions - knowledge, curiosity, and a love for science. Follow us for updates on all things virology! #ScienceIsViral
New JCI paper led by postdoc Mikal Woods Acevedo shows immune cell infiltration—not viral load—drives paralysis in mice infected with enterovirus D68. Points to new targets for AFM treatment.
🔗 doi.org/10.1172/JCI1...
#Virology #NeuroImmunity #PostdocSpotlight #AFM
JCI - Immune cells promote paralytic disease in mice infected with enterovirus D68
doi.org
August 5, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Two virology teams, one tapas table, and zero viral load (we hope). Taking a break after a full/terrific day at GRC Viruses and Cells.
May 22, 2025 at 2:58 PM
🚨 New paper out!
"A single mutation in an enteric virus alters tropism and sensitivity to microbiota"
One tiny change, big consequences.
A great collab with the Julie Pfeiffer lab! @jkpfeiff.bsky.social
Read here: bit.ly/42sD2rX
#Virology #Microbiome #Science
PNAS
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), a peer reviewed journal of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) - an authoritative source of high-impact, original research that broadly spans...
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April 24, 2025 at 2:22 PM
As we wrap up another year of discovery and collaboration, we want to express our gratitude to our amazing team, and partners!

Here's to more questions, answers & 'aha!' moments in the new year.

Happy holidays!
December 19, 2024 at 5:58 PM
Congrats to Dr. Kira Griswold on successfully defending her PhD this fall! 🎉 We're so proud of your achievements and can't wait to see the incredible impact you'll make in the future. Here's to your next chapter! 👏#PhDDefense #Congrats
December 18, 2024 at 8:52 PM
Terry had the honor of celebrating Dr. Greg Wilson's retirement in Nashville this week. Greg began working with Terry as an ID fellow in 1990 and contributed to inspirational work as a clinical scientist. Congratulations on an incredible career, Greg! 🎉
December 13, 2024 at 6:33 PM
Throwing it back to Halloween when we brought the weather! From sunny smiles to stormy vibes, our forecast was a 10/10. Which weather mood are you feeling today?
November 25, 2024 at 7:35 PM
Welcome to the viral side of Bluesky! We're here to spread good contagions - knowledge, curiosity, and a love for science. Follow us for updates on all things virology! #ScienceIsViral
November 25, 2024 at 6:27 PM