Kristīne Vaivode

Kristīne Vaivode is a Researcher at the Institute of Microbiology and Virology, affiliated with Riga Stradins University. Her work focuses on immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology, particularly in the context of viral infections and inflammatory diseases.

• Key areas: Bacteriophage-derived dsRNA, IgA nephropathy, and pediatric obesity research
• Active collaborations: Latvian Council of Science, international immunology research teams

Research Trends: Recent publications highlight the immunomodulatory effects of bacteriophage-derived dsRNA on macrophages in SARS-CoV-2 models, with emphasis on sex- and age-specific responses. Her work bridges microbiology, inflammation biology, and translational virology.

Scientific Recognition:

• Latvian Academy of Sciences President's Letter of Recognition (2022)

Academic Activities: Organized the Baltic Flow Cytometry Society conference (2025), contributed to 4 poster presentations on dsRNA therapies and macrophage activation, and participated in 4 research projects (2020-2027) related to immunomodulation, IgA nephropathy, and pediatric obesity. Collaborates on metabolic-immunological factors in childhood obesity.