Albert Tai

Albert Tai is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Immunology at Tufts University School of Medicine. He leads genomics and flow cytometry efforts within the department and the broader School of Medicine. His research focuses on immunological mechanisms, aging-related inflammation, and cellular signaling pathways, with significant contributions to understanding STING-dependent pathways and tissue homeostasis. Tai has held positions including Genomics Core Manager and Scientific Consultant, reflecting his expertise in translational and technical research. His educational background includes a PhD from Tufts University (2006) and a BS from Hong Kong Polytechnic University (1996).

His teaching spans courses like Graduate Biochemistry and System Approaches to Immunology. Notable grants include NIH-funded projects on innate immune memory, nucleic acid sensing in aging, and T cell activation in heart failure. Awards include the 2014 Tufts Extra Mile Award for exceptional service. Tai’s work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, addressing critical questions in immunology, cardiology, and infectious diseases through collaborative research and advanced genomic techniques.