Monique Spronken

Monique Spronken is a researcher at the Erasmus MC specializing in virology. Her work focuses on influenza viruses, particularly avian and zoonotic strains, with a strong emphasis on hemagglutinin dynamics, viral transmission mechanisms, and RNA structure-function relationships.

• Influenza A virus pathogenesis and evolution
• Host adaptation in avian and mammalian models
• Structural determinants of viral proteins
• Transmissibility and zoonotic spillover

Recent publications highlight her contributions to understanding H5N1 airborne transmission, cross-subtype vaccine strategies, and RNA structural influences on viral emergence. Collaborations with leading virologists like Fouchier and Richard underscore her role in cutting-edge research. Her work has been featured in high-impact journals such as Nature Microbiology and PLoS Pathogens, with notable mentions in news outlets and social media platforms.

Key keywords: Influenza, Virology, Hemagglutinin, Avian Viruses, RNA Structures, Viral Transmission.
Sub-fields: Viral Shedding, Host-Specific Pathogenesis, Antigenic Evolution, Ferret Models, Insertional Mutagenesis, Host Adaptation.