NYU Grossman School of Medicine Vaccine Center announces new Principal Investigators
The IDCRC Leadership Group (LG) is pleased to recognize Angelica Cifuentes Kottkamp, MD, (pictured above left) and Anoma Nellore, MD, (pictured above right) as the new principal investigators for the NYU Grossman School of Medicine Vaccine Center, replacing Mark J. Mulligan, MD, who is retiring on October 1, 2025.
“I am pleased that DMID has approved a plan for two complementary MPIs for the NYU VTEU. The new NYU MPIs are nationally recognized leaders in vaccine science, and I know they will do a great job,” shares Dr. Mulligan.
In this role, Dr. Kottkamp and Dr. Nellore will lead NYU Langone Health’s Vaccine Center, leading pioneering vaccine-related research. Using the latest technologies from fields such as immunology, microbiology, and epidemiology, this team leads collaborative research projects designed to identify and study safe and effective vaccines and treatments for infectious illnesses of public health importance (including COVID-19, influenza, and mpox).
Please join us in welcoming these two outstanding investigators to the IDCRC leadership team.
About Angelica Kottkamp, MD:
Dr. Angelica Kottkamp, is an infectious disease specialist dedicated to proactive healthcare and community collaboration. She is based at NYU Langone and the Virology Clinic at Bellevue Hospital, where she focuses on HIV care and the unique needs of the community.
Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in both clinical and basic science research. Her projects have focused on viruses like Zika and chikungunya and have played a significant role in educating future infectious disease specialists.
Her contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards, including the Teacher of the Year award in 2021 and the Junior Investigator of the Year award in 2024 from the IDCRC. She is also proud to have participated in public vaccine education events alongside notable figures in infectious diseases research.
About Anoma Nellore, MD:
Anoma Nellore, MD, is an infectious disease physician at NYU Langone, dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care that reflects each patient’s unique perspectives, values, and experiences.
With dual emphasis on clinical care and research, Dr. Nellore works to advance the prevention and treatment of infections in these vulnerable populations. This includes innovative applications of anti-infectives, vaccines, and advanced diagnostics to enhance patient safety, improve quality of life, and promote long-term health.
Through extensive training and experience, Dr. Nellore has developed deep expertise in infectious diseases, particularly in the context of immunocompromised patients. Her commitment to proactive healthcare engagement and strong patient partnerships ensures that patients receive not only the highest standard of care but also a positive and supportive experience.