These proteins are responsible for binding and fusing the virus to target cell membranes. Established a center for multimedia education at Purdue that has gained nationwide recognition for its innovative programs, several of which are used by high-school and college science teachers nationwide. Areas of expertise include photobiology and photosynthesis. Is a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology and the American Association for Advancement of Science. Teaches extensively about HIV and AIDS, and does research on interferon and viral genetics.
Expertise includes knowledge of flu viruses.
Has written for newspapers and worked with television in these areas. Also, can talk on the topic of science and religion. Is a member of the American Association of University Professors, the American Society of Microbiology, the American Society of Virology, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the International Society for Interferon and Cytokine Research. Research is funded by NIH.Served as a member of the U.S. National Committee for Crystallography 1992-1994. Has expertise in genetic engineering in bacteria.