L. David Sibley PhD

L. David Sibley, PhD, professor of molecular microbiology, is an internationally recognized leader in the field of cellular microbiology. His research in molecular parasitology focuses on Toxoplasma gondii, a widespread pathogen associated with HIV and other forms of immunosuppression.

His work has defined several major paradigms in molecular parasitology, including elucidating how Toxoplasma invades cells, providing a model for related parasites, including the malaria parasite. He also has performed groundbreaking work defining the molecular mechanisms of Toxoplasma virulence. Sibley has published nearly 200 papers in the most preeminent journals focused on cell biology, genetics, immunology and microbiology.