Dr. Erica Washington’s research advances new solutions for fighting fungal Infections

Dr. Erica Washington (SoM) has made significant progress in the fight against fungal infections. By studying the trehalose biosynthesis pathway, a crucial process for fungal survival, she has identified a potential new target for antifungal drugs. Her research has uncovered the detailed structure of the Tps1 enzyme, which produces sugar trehalose. This breakthrough opens the door for the development of new antifungal medications that could potentially prevent and treat serious fungal infections. Read more about the study here.