Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Find your fit within our diverse group of scientists, researchers, and clinicians working to solve societal challenges in microbial infection and immunity using cutting-edge approaches.

We strive to be a world-class hub for interdisciplinary education and research programs in microbial pathogenesis, infectious diseases, and immunology to improve human health.

Bren Linley and class image teaches Leading from the Margins class #2

Undergraduates

Microbiology is an excellent major for undergraduate students who want a good general education emphasizing an important and interesting branch of biology. Microbiology is also an excellent preparatory major for medical, dental, and other professional health training students.

Department named a ‘Milestones in Microbiology’ site by American Society for Microbiology

Designation highlighted during the department’s 85th anniversary symposium

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Microbiology Graduate Program

"Coming to the University of Iowa was definitely my best choice. The friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment were the main reasons why I came to the University of Iowa in 2023. Furthermore, the Microbiology Graduate Program has multiple PI’s with a variety of research areas, emphasizing how interdisciplinary it is."
-Fernando Santana - Microbiology Graduate Program

Welcome to the Department

Jeremiah Johnson, PhD

Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology

Thomas Kehl-Fie, PhD

Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology

Filiz Korkmaz, PhD

Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology

Aimee Potter, PhD

Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology

Dr. Hippee serves as an instructor for both the Microbiology and Human Health lecture and laboratory. She has recently completed her studies in the Microbiology Graduate Program.

Cami Hippee, PhD

Instuctor of Microbiology and Immunology

Seminars

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News

Dr. Wendy Maury awarded NIH grant for Ebola research in pregnancy

Monday, September 9, 2024

Highlights from the 2024 departmental retreat

Friday, September 6, 2024

Graduate student Shea Lowery triumphantly defends her thesis

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Department unveils latest funding awards

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Events

International Microorganism Day 2024 - Iowa City Public Library

Sunday, September 15, 2024 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Learn more about bird flu in Iowa and the Listeria outbreak in deli meat at the International Microorganism Day 2024 at the Iowa City Public Library at 123 S. Linn St., 9/15 from 1 to 3 p.m. in meeting rooms A and B. Stay informed and stay safe! Questions? You can email Dr. Theresa-ho@uiowa.edu

Fellowship Information Session presented by UIowa ASM Student Chapter

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Bowen Science Building

We are excited to invite both undergraduate and graduate students to our upcoming Fellowship Info Session! This workshop will primarily focus on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship and include a brief overview of other fellowships, such as the NIH F31. Details: Date: Wednesday, September 18th Time: Noon – 1 PM Location: BSB 2-501 FREE Pizza - RSVP required! We highly encourage junior and senior undergraduates, as well as graduate students, to attend. Please make sure to fill out...

Learn to Crochet Microbes

Friday, September 20, 2024 4:00pm

Eckstein Medical Research Building

Learn to Crochet Microbes is back every Friday at 4 p.m. in the EMRB atrium! Come join us for some fun and creative stitching at this weekly event. We can't wait to see you there!

Microbiology and Immunology Seminar: Jason Peters, PhD

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Bowen Science Building

Fighting Antibiotic Resistance and Climate Change with Bacterial Genetics! Jason Peters, PhD Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy

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