Meet Our Lab

Dr. Rahman is an infectious disease researcher with a specific interest in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). During his Ph.D. at the Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg, Germany, and then as a Visiting Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, USA, Dr. Rahman studied HIV biogenesis and lentiviral genome packaging mechanisms. These studies resulted in significant contributions to the field of HIV virology. As a postdoctoral fellow and then as a junior faculty at the Emory National Primate Research Center, Dr. Rahman studied HIV pathogenesis and cure strategies using the non-human primate model. Here, Dr. Rahman investigated vaccine and immunotherapeutic approaches toward achieving a functional HIV cure. These studies resulted in high-impact publications. In addition, Dr. Rahman studied vaccine development for other infectious agents such as SARS-CoV-2 and Hepatitis C Virus using mouse and NHP animal models. Dr. Rahman has developed extensive expertise in the field of HIV virology, immunology, vaccinology, and therapeutic approaches that utilize techniques such as multi-panel flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, RNASeq, organoid and cell culture, live cell imaging, molecular and biochemical techniques such as vector designing, cloning, and antigen-specific T and B cell immunological assays. Dr. Rahman is using cutting-edge approaches to push the boundaries of HIV research that can lead to a successful cure. 

Callie Wilde is a Research Specialist, with a foundation in neuroscience, psychology, and biology. Her current research in Rahman Lab is centered on mastering techniques such as effective lab management, cell culture, flow cytometry, and experimental design. Driven by a deep desire to help people and contribute to the advancement of science, Callie is committed to exploring avenues that may lead to potential cures. With aspirations in the medical field, she is dedicated to acquiring the skills and knowledge that will enable her to make meaningful contributions to the scientific community and impact the lives of people for the better.