Donald Seto

Dr. Donald Seto is a Professor at George Mason University's School of Systems Biology, specializing in bioinformatics, genomics, and adenovirus research. His work spans molecular evolution, computational genomics, and nucleic acids core facilities development.

• Current research focuses on software tools for whole-genome data mining and adenovirus genome analysis, particularly evolution and natural variation.
• Collaborated with academic (Caltech), government (NIH, USAF), and commercial labs (DuPont-Merck) in viral diagnostics and vaccine development.
• Scientific advisor to the Surgeon General and Director of Molecular Diagnostics for USAF-EOS, with expertise in project management and contract oversight.

His publications highlight adenovirus genomics, recombination events, and bioinformatics tools. Recent work includes SARS-CoV-2 spike mutations and adenovirus vaccine platforms. Despite affiliations with multiple labs, no student advising or awards are explicitly documented.