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James Harris is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health and a Senior Research Scientist at CSIRO (Biomedical Manufacturing). He is affiliated with Monash University and actively contributes to immunology and cell biology research, with a strong focus on inflammation, autophagy, and immune cell function. He is currently accepting PhD students and supervises research through Monash’s supervisor connect program.
- Education: BSc (Hons) in Zoology, University of Nottingham; PhD in Immunology, University of the West of England
- Postdoctoral experience: Institute for Animal Health (UK), Oxford University, University of New Mexico (USA), Trinity College Dublin
- Former Programme Manager, Immunology Research Centre (Ireland)
- Moved to Monash University in 2013
Dr Harris’s research centers on innate immunity, particularly the regulation of inflammation and cytokine release in macrophages and dendritic cells. His work explores the roles of autophagy and macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) in modulating the NLRP3 inflammasome and IL-1 family cytokines. He also investigates immune responses to viral infections such as Influenza A and SARS-CoV-2 in collaboration with RMIT and CSIRO. His recent publications highlight work in immunometabolism, glucocorticoid resistance, and host-pathogen interactions.
The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on molecular immunology, particularly in myeloid cell biology, cytokine regulation, and host defense mechanisms. His work spans fundamental immunology, translational models of disease, and therapeutic targeting of inflammatory pathways.
- Paper selected for Best of ICB/CTI Workshop at 2019 ASI Annual Scientific Meeting
James Harris serves as Deputy Editor for Immunology & Cell Biology and Associate Editor for Frontiers in Immunology. He has led multiple research projects as a Chief or Associate Investigator, including studies on MIF inhibitors, glucocorticoid replacement therapy, and anti-fibrotic drug screening. He has also contributed to community outreach through Scientists In Schools and the Day of Immunology committee. He has supervised postgraduate students and contributes to teaching as Department Convenor for BMS3990 Research in Action at Monash.
His research is conducted through collaborative networks involving Monash Health, CSIRO, RMIT, and international partners. He leads projects on silicosis, cardiac care accessibility, and autoimmune disease mechanisms, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement across clinical and basic science domains.
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