The Virology Section of the University of Republic (Uruguay) is a well equipped and experienced laboratory for modern research in virology and molecular biology.The main thematics are cloning and expresion of genes using viral vectors as HSV and baculovirus, the variability and evolution of RNA virus (respiratory syncitial virus, rotavirus) and the study of emergent virus (arbovirus, hantavirus, influenza virus).
The members of the staff are: Dr. Juan Arbiza who is the head professor of the group, 3 assistant professors, 5 post degree student, 9 degree students and 1 technical assistant.