Yiu-Wing KAM (Jason) is an Assistant Professor of Global Health at Duke Kunshan University. His research program is dedicated to improving patient outcomes in infectious diseases through a unique immunosocial framework, which integrates detailed laboratory science with broader public health considerations.

A central pillar of his work is the identification of novel biomarkers for disease severity, prognosis, and protection. By studying the human adaptive immune response—specifically, IgG class switching and B-cell epitope specificity at the single amino acid level—his team aims to uncover critical signatures that can guide the development of more effective diagnostics, immunotherapies, and vaccine candidates. Kam extends this biomarker-driven research into a project-based learning environment, mentoring students in capstone and independent research projects that involve data analysis and translational research. This pedagogical approach ensures that scientific discovery is coupled with the development of the next generation of global health researchers and practitioners.

His scholarly output reflects this integrative mission, with recent publications and editorial roles that explore the molecular mechanisms of viral diseases, address vaccine hesitancy, and map policy pathways for vaccine deployment. He actively serves as a Guest Editor for special issues on topics such as "The Immunosocial Approach to Emerging Viral Infections" and "Biomarkers in Infectious Diseases."

Kam holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology from the University of Hong Kong, an M.Phil. in Pharmacology from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and a B.Sc. in Biochemistry from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Before his current appointment, he was a Senior Research Scientist at the Singapore Immunology Network (SIgN), A*STAR, where he led research on arboviruses including Chikungunya, Dengue, and Zika.