“I am a microbiology researcher specialising in virology which is the scientific study of viruses. I investigate the interactions between viruses and their host at the cellular level, and we identify how infections by these pathogens cause diseases.
Besides conducting research and fieldwork, I also enjoy teaching and engaging with students keen on studying infectious diseases. I have always been fascinated by viruses, as they are resilient tiny entities about which we know very little.
Viruses have caused multiple outbreaks around the world in the last century. Therefore, we must be vigilant and prepare ourselves for the next pandemic. By understanding our adversaries from within, we are one step closer to devising strategies to fight them effectively.
Viruses are smart, but we need to be smarter.”
Dr. Jasmine Elanie Khairat @drjazmelanie is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science @unimalaya and may be contacted at jasmine@um.edu.my
Fieldwork with collaborators and students in Pahang 
Sample processing with students in the laboratory 
Busy in the lab katanya 
Outside the classroom learning at @galeriseniuniversitimalaya during the 20th Anniversary of Nipah virus showcase 
Community outreach program with BASF at Planetarium Negara 
@selamatpagimalaysia poster featuring @drjazmelanie talking about vaccine development in Feb 2021 
@drjazmelanie as a guest on @selamatpagimalaysia talking about COVID-19 mutations in Sep 2020
📷 Jasmine Elanie Khairat