Welcome to the Kaur lab! Our research focuses on congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV), which is the leading infectious cause of birth defects worldwide. cCMV impacts approximately 1 in 200 infants in the US alone, making the disease more prominent than down syndrome or fetal alcohol syndrome. Despite the global burden, 91% of women don't know about cCMV. This highlights the need for improved maternal health education and prevention strategies. In our lab, we perform translational research with the ultimate goal of finding new insights into how cCMV can be prevented, diagnosed, and treated. See the Projects section of our website to learn more!