Sample interview questions: Have you worked with any specific viruses? If so, which ones?
Sample answer:
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HIV-1: I have worked extensively with HIV-1, conducting research on its molecular virology, pathogenesis, and drug resistance. I have developed and validated novel assays for HIV-1 drug susceptibility testing and have investigated the relationship between HIV-1 genetic diversity and clinical outcomes.
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Hepatitis B virus (HBV): I have conducted research on the molecular epidemiology of HBV, including the identification and characterization of novel HBV genotypes and subtypes. I have also investigated the role of HBV in hepatocellular carcinoma and the development of new antiviral therapies for HBV.
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Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV): I have worked on HCMV, studying its latency, reactivation, and pathogenesis. I have also developed and evaluated novel antiviral therapies for HCMV and investigated the role of HCMV in congenital infections and transplant-associated diseases.
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Herpes simplex virus (HSV): I have conducted research on HSV, focusing on its molecular virology, pathogenesis, and drug resistance. I have developed and validated new methods for HSV drug… Read full answer