Chris Lantz

Chris Lantz, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Biology Department at James Madison University (JMU), where he has been since 1999. His research focuses on immune responses to gastrointestinal nematode parasites and Plasmodium (malaria), with an emphasis on cytokine roles in parasitic diseases. He teaches courses in Immunology, Medical Parasitology, and related laboratories. Lantz earned his PhD in Microbiology & Immunology from Virginia Commonwealth University (1995) and a BS in Biology from JMU (1990).

His research utilizes mouse models to study cytokine function, particularly interleukin-3 (IL-3), in parasitic infections and immune mechanisms. Recent publications highlight IL-3’s role in malaria resistance and allergic responses. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his work contributes to both basic immunology and therapeutic applications.

Lantz’s advising and grants are not detailed here, though his lab actively investigates cytokine-driven immune pathways. He is affiliated with JMU’s Biology Department and contributes to the broader immunology and parasitology research community.