Elisabeth Simonin

Elisabeth Simonin is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Biology at Simmons University, affiliated with the School of Sciences and Health Professions. She specializes in immunology and microbiology, teaching courses such as Principles of Microbiology and Microbiology Lab to nursing students and science majors. Dr. Simonin holds a PhD in Immunology and Infectious Diseases from Cornell University and a BS in Biology from Whitworth University.

Her research focuses on the intricate interactions between the immune system and environmental factors, including allergy mechanisms in humans and horses, and the impact of pollution on immunity. Notable areas include IgE-mediated responses, equine immune system studies, and viral immunology. Her work has been published in journals like Genes & Immunity, Frontiers in Immunology, and Molecular Immunology.

Professional affiliations include the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), and American Association of Veterinary Immunologists (AAVI). No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the text.