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The primary shield: role of our microbes in health and diseases

4b65492872c379ad049dffb9b1059acb National Institute of Health, NIAID {"start": "2017-04-26T19:00:00", "end": "2017-04-26T20:00:00"} ybelkaid@niaid.nih.gov

Belkaid, Yasmine, Ph.D. Director NIAID Microbiome Program Chief Mucosal Immunology Section

Dr. Belkaid work explores the field of immune regulation and has defined fundamental mechanisms that regulate tissue homeostasis and host immune responses. Her work uncovered key roles for the commensal microbiota and dietary factors in the maintenance of tissue immunity and protection to pathogens.

https://videocast.nih.gov/watch=22147 https://www.niaid.nih.gov/labsandresources/labs/aboutlabs/lpd/mucosalimmunology/Pages/belkaid.aspx