From decoding how viruses invade cells to reshaping how science reaches the public, Vincent Racaniello has spent decades at the forefront of virology — and continues to influence how we understand infectious disease today. Racaniello brings a rare combination of groundbreaking research and modern science communication to the forefront of microbiology.
Please join the Department of Microbiology as it hosts Racaniello, Higgins Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Columbia University, for an upcoming lecture, "Pivoting from poliovirus to podcasts."
Racaniello spent over 40 years researching poliovirus. His laboratory identified the cellular receptor for the virus and created a transgenic mouse model for poliomyelitis. Having always wanted a second career, he discovered podcasting in 2008 and now oversees MicrobeTV, Inc, which produces podcasts in the field of virology, microbiology, parasitology, immunology, neuroscience, and much more. Racaniello is widely recognized for his contributions to virology research and education, including pioneering work on RNA viruses and decades of training the next generation of scientists. His laboratory at Columbia University has investigated a range of medically important viruses, advancing understanding of viral replication and disease mechanisms. Hear how his work in virology led him to a varied career in dynamic science communication.
