HHV-6/7 Conference in Japan a huge success

In Miscellaneous by Kristin Loomis

The 12th International Conference on HHV-6 & 7 in Himeji, Japan was a wonderful experience with investigators from Europe, China, India, Australia, Canada and the US sharing their research. Many new relationships and collaborations were formed. Tetsushi Yoshikawa, MD, PhD was awarded the HHV-6 Foundation’s “Dharam Ablashi Lifetime Achievement Award” which was presented by Phil Pellett, PhD and Conference Chair …

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The HHV-6 Research Community mourns the loss of Niza Frenkel, PhD

In Miscellaneous by Kristin Loomis

Niza Frenkel, PhD 1947 – 2019 Niza Frenkel, a world-renowned virologist, passed away in Tel Aviv, Israel, on May 30, 2019. Born in Israel, she completed her graduate studies at the University of Chicago (MSc. and PhD) and her post-doctoral fellowship at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel. She then joined the faculty of the University of Chicago (1974-88) …

The HHV-6 Research Community mourns the loss of Yoshizo Asano, MD, PhD

In Miscellaneous by Kristin Loomis

Yoshizo Asano, MD, PhD Yoshizo Asano was a dedicated scientist and physician, friend and mentor. We will always remember his tireless efforts on behalf of patients and the research community. Educaton & Degrees: M.D. 1969 – Nagoya University Ph.D. 1978 – Nagaya University 1979-2010 – Department of Pediatrics, Fujita Health University School of Medicine, Professor and Chair 2010-2016 – Professor …