Maheen Rashid
Advisor: Dr. David Thanassi
B.S., 2016, Molecular Biology, LUMS (Lahore University of Management Sciences)
My research is focused on understanding the regulated production of membrane-derived vesicles and novel tubular extensions by the highly virulent pathogen, Francisellatularensis.
Select publications:
Medici, Natasha P., MaheenRashid, and James B. Bliska. "Characterization of Pyrin Dephosphorylation and Inflammasome Activation in Macrophages as Triggered by the Yersinia Effectors YopE and YopT." InfectionandImmunity. American Society for Microbiology Journals, 01 Mar. 2019. Web.
Tahir, J., M. Rashid, and A. J. Afzal. "Post-translational Modifications in Effectors and Plant Proteins Involved in Host–pathogen Conflicts." BritishSocietyforPlantPathology. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, 11 Feb. 2019. Web.