Sheen Wong

Dr. Sheen Wong is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of the Environment, The University of Queensland. Their research focuses on molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions, particularly involving Toxoplasma gondii, Hammondia hammondi, Wolbachia, and viral infections in Drosophila models. Key areas include parasite developmental biology, antiviral defense strategies mediated by endosymbionts, and oxidative stress responses during infections.

Education:

• PhD in Biological Sciences (2016), University of Queensland

Research interests emphasize understanding how pathogens manipulate host cellular machinery and exploring symbiotic relationships that confer disease resistance. Recent work highlights differences in host responses between closely related parasites and the role of microRNAs in viral inhibition.

Publications span PLoS Pathogens, eLife, and Virology, with a focus on cellular and molecular mechanisms in infectious diseases. Active projects investigate stress adaptation in apicomplexan parasites and Wolbachia-mediated immunity in insects.

Grants and advising information is not explicitly listed in available materials. Dr. Wong contributes to the School of the Environment's research initiatives in microbial and environmental health.