DECODING VIRAL DISEASE

The Lim Lab uncovers how viruses interact with cells, revealing the molecular stories behind infection and disease.

MEET DR. JEAN LIM

OUR RESEARCH PHILOSOPHY

We believe that meaningful progress arises from a careful balance of mechanistic inquiry and real-world applicability, and we are dedicated to scientific discovery and the human impact of infectious disease by conducting research responsibility and collaboratively, in an environment that is both scientifically exciting and personally fulfilling.
DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES DRIVE INNOVATION
CURIOSITY + DISCUSSION = BREAKTHROUGH
COLLABORATION, NOT COMPETITION
MENTORSHIP IS AN IMPERATIVE, NOT A LUXURY
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DECODING VIRAL SUSCEPTIBILITY

The Lim Lab is dedicated to advancing our understanding of viral pathogenesis: why some people are more susceptible than others, and how various conditions influence disease outcomes in humans.
PUBLICATIONS

MAJOR RESEARCH AREAS

Our research investigates viral infection across cells, animals, human tissues, and clinical settings. By combining in vivo, ex vivo, and patient-based approaches, including animal models, human tissue explants and organoids, and patient-derived samples, we aim to reveal the genetic, cellular and immunological mechanisms that shape viral pathogenesis and host immune responses.
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF SPECIFIC CELL TRAFFICKING RECEPTORS DURING INFECTION.
EVALUATING HOW PRIOR INFECTIONS AND IMMUNE STATUS IMPACT SUSCEPTIBILITY TO VIRAL INFECTIONS.
IDENTIFYING HOW MATERNAL VIRAL INFECTIONS CAN IMPACT PREGNANCY OUTCOMES.

THE VIRUS INVESTIGATORS

We are a community of scientifically curious peers united by a shared fascination with viruses and the many ways they interact with their hosts.
DR. AMIT GARG
Postdoctoral Fellow
DR. GUILHERME DE MORAES NOBREGA
Postdoctoral Fellow
DR. ANDRE PASTOR DA SILVA
Postdoctoral Fellow
DR. FEI SONG
Staff Researcher
DR. SEUNG-CHAI KIM
Postdoctoral Fellow
MEET ALL

PRESS HIGHLIGHTS

Explore publications, interviews and media coverage featuring Lim Lab experts. Follow how our researchers’ scientific work is represented and discussed in the public sphere.
10 August 2025

How the New Chikungunya Virus Outbreak in China Could Reach the U.S.

A recent panel discussion on “The Promise of Quantum for Industry” at the annual IBM Quantum Summit homed in on several business challenges that quantum computers are well-suited to tackle and more.
29 July 2023

First West NileFirst West Nile virus case reported in NJ – mosquitoes in NYC infected

In pediatrics, young patients may not be able to communicate the exact location and intensity of the pain they’re experiencing. With SPECT/CT the origin of pain becomes clearly visible, which can lead to more accurate diagnoses and surgical planning. Nuclear medicine physicians are learning how to share visual findings from SPECT/CT with referring orthopedic surgeons, resulting in improved collaboration and outcomes.
27 August 2020

Zika Infection Increases Risk of Severe Dengue Fever

One of the leading companies in the sector warns that they tend to give false negatives in people with lower amounts of virus and point out that they are only reliable in those with high viral load
6 May 2019

Does Prior Dengue Exposure Help or Hurt a Zika Infection?

One of the leading companies in the sector warns that they tend to give false negatives in people with lower amounts of virus and point out that they are only reliable in those with high viral load...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Follow the latest updates from conferences, seminars and academic events attended by our lab members.

JUL
29
2026

45th American Society for Virology Annual Meeting
 “Menangle Virus Infects and Kills Human T cells”

JUN
06
2026

Chemotactic Cytokines Conference, Gordon Research Seminars “Ccr5 is Required for Host Defense During Maternal Zika Virus Infection in Mice”

MAY
29
2026

Viral Threats to Pregnancy in the Era of Pandemics

MAY
24
2026

2026 Annual Meeting, The American Society for Reproductive Immunology 
“Understanding Factors that Increase Susceptibility to Zika virus Infection during Pregnancy”