Suresh Marulasiddappa

Suresh Marulasiddappa is a Professor in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences at the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research focuses on understanding the regulation of T-cell immunity during viral infections, with an emphasis on memory formation and vaccine adjuvant development.

Research Interests:

• Cell-mediated immunity to acute and chronic viral infections
• Mechanisms of CD8 T-cell memory
• Signaling pathways (PI3K/AKT, FoxO1/FoxO3) in T-cell differentiation
• Development of novel adjuvants (e.g., Adjuplex) for balanced humoral and cellular immunity
• Combination adjuvants using TLR agonists (GLA, CpG) for enhanced immune responses

His recent publications reflect strong expertise in immunology, virology, and vaccine science, particularly in influenza, LCMV, and Listeria models. The work demonstrates a consistent focus on improving vaccine efficacy through modulation of T-cell responses and innate immune activation.

Scientific Awards:

Advising and Grants:
Dr. Marulasiddappa leads an active research laboratory investigating fundamental mechanisms of T-cell immunity and translating findings into vaccine strategies. His work on adjuvants suggests involvement in externally funded research projects, likely supported by NIH or similar agencies. While specific students are not listed, he is expected to mentor graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in immunology and microbial pathogenesis.

Labs and Teams:
His laboratory is located in the Veterinary Medicine Building at UW–Madison. He collaborates with experts in virology, immunology, and vaccine development, contributing to interdisciplinary efforts in infectious disease research.