Dr. Ahmed is an early career researcher with joint appointment at Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Department of Microbiology and Immunology.
Dr Ahmed's current research interests involve developing innovative ways to inform design of next generation vaccines and antiviral drugs against infectious diseases. His research adopts a data science perspective aiming to identify fragments of viral proteins and genes that could be effectively targeted through vaccines or drugs. He is developing methods for identifying robust targets against diverse viruses, including Coronaviruses, Dengue, HIV, and HCV. Overall, his research is directed towards addressing a fundamental question of antigen design in developing effective vaccines and drugs by closely collaborating with experimental researchers and translating the results into practical impact.
