Maryam Ahmed: A Scientist Reimagining the Power of Viruses
May 1, 2025
The path of Maryam Ahmed, Ph.D., from international student to virologist and department chair at Ohio University reflects a journey shaped by curiosity and resilience. Now a leading researcher at the Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute, she studies how viruses can be used to fight cancer, while also working to modernize science education and improve public health outreach in Appalachian communities.