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Dr. Daniel Reed, PhD

Virologist

Medical Reviewer at Hanta.today since 2024

Education: PhD in Virology, University of California, San Francisco, 2014

Affiliations: American Society for Virology; UC research collaborator

Profile links: LinkedIn · Institutional page

About

Dr. Reed is a virologist studying RNA virus evolution, host-pathogen dynamics, and the laboratory evidence that underpins real-world transmission claims. He reviews strain-level pages and mechanistic content, especially where the literature on Andes virus and person-to-person spread is nuanced. His priority at Hanta.today is making sure the language separates confirmed evidence from hypotheses and keeps technical statements aligned with current consensus.

  • RNA virology
  • Hantavirus transmission biology
  • Laboratory evidence interpretation
  • Host-pathogen dynamics
  • Pathogenesis review

Credentials

  • PhD in Virology, University of California, San Francisco, 2014
  • Published researcher in zoonotic viral pathogenesis
  • Member, American Society for Virology
  • 10+ years of experience
  • Location: San Diego, California, USA

Reviewed Articles

Dr. Daniel Reed serves as an independent medical reviewer. Views expressed are their own.

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