Shan-Lu Liu, MD, PhD, professor, College of Veterinary Medicine; director, IDI Viruses and Emerging Pathogens Thematic Program; and associate director, Center for Retrovirus Research, has been named president of the American Society for Virology (ASV). ASV is the largest virology-focused scientific organization with 2,800 members and is committed to developing and expanding a diverse virology community to promote research and education on viruses.
In the role of president, Dr. Lu will serve as the chief executive officer of ASV and chair of the ASV council and presides at all ASV society and council meetings. He will serve as president from 2025-2026.
In addition to this prestigious appointment, Dr. Lu is the faculty host director for the 2024 ASV Annual Meeting. Ohio State was selected as the host institution for the meeting which will be held June 24-28, 2024, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.