Allyson Byrd

Allyson Byrd is an Assistant Member and Principal Investigator at the Benaroya Research Institute (BRI), specifically leading the Byrd Lab within the Center for Systems Immunology. She holds a B.S. in Genetics from the University of Georgia and a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics from Boston University, where she also collaborated with the National Institutes of Health.23

At BRI, Dr. Byrd's research focuses on human immunology, contributing to advancements in understanding the immune system and its applications in health and disease. Her work is particularly noted for its relevance in cancer immunotherapy and microbiome research.14