Samuel Mundia Kariuki

Samuel Kariuki is a molecular biologist and immunologist at the University of Eldoret, Eldoret, Kenya, where he teaches and conducts research in the Department of Biological Sciences. He is involved in training students in molecular biology, virology and immunology.

He collaborates with the KAVI Institute of Clinical Research (KAVI-ICR) and other institutions to study the causes, transmission and immune responses associated with infectious diseases, including HIV. His work uses molecular tools such as DNA sequencing and bioinformatics to investigate how genetic variation in pathogens influences disease outcomes and host immune responses.

His research includes contributions to studies on HIV-1 genetic diversity, transmission, vaccine development and immunogenetics, with the aim of improving diagnostics, prevention and treatment strategies in African populations. He is committed to capacity building and mentoring early-career scientists, with a focus on strengthening molecular science training in resource-limited settings and linking laboratory research to public health impact.