Team

Commitment to Scientific Excellence

Mentoring the next generation of arbovirologists





Diversity illustration. We embrace all forms of equitable and inclusive research

We are dedicated to cultivating scientific excellence in a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for current and future generations of scientists. We believe that incorporating a wide range of perspectives and professional experiences is essential to developing innovative solutions that advance science and society. We are devoted to recruiting, training, and mentoring talent from all backgrounds.

Meet our team

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William M. de Souza, PhD

Principal investigator

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Ingra M. Claro, PhD

Postdoctoral scholar

Xinyi Hua (华心怡), PhD

Postdoctoral scholar

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Shirlene T. S. de Lima, PhD

Visiting researcher

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Julia Forato, M.Sc.

Research associate

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Camila L. Simeoni, B.Sc.

Visiting scholar

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Mariana G. Nilsson, M.Sc.

Visiting scholar

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Gabriel C. Scachetti, B.Sc.

PhD student

Work with us

We are always recruiting talented people

Recruitment

Our lab thrives on talented individuals with broadly perspectives and expertise. We seek scientists motivated to work independently and in partnerships focusing on arboviruses through wet and dry lab work. We especially welcome those interested in interdisciplinary approaches

Communication

Open communication fuels our lab. We prioritize clear, timely, and respectful interactions to align expectations and support your career growth while achieving shared goals

Communication is key for the lab workplace
We are committed with scientific training

Training

We are committed to facilitating scientific training, pursuing rigorous research, and making innovative discoveries as a group. We are devoted to both the short and long-term success of our trainees

If this applies to you, consider applying to join us !

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Cover letter:
  • Research interests
  • Short- and long-term career goals
  • Motivation to work with us
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Curriculum vitae:
  • Academic history
  • Professional experience
  • Research experience

Send these documents, along with two reference names, to wmdesouza@uky.edu

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