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. 

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

Designation highlighted during the department’s 85th anniversary symposium

Welcome to the Department

Jeremiah Johnson

Jeremiah Johnson, PhD

Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Faculty Thomas Kiel-Fie

Thomas Kehl-Fie, PhD

Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Faculty Filiz Korkmaz

Filiz Korkmaz, PhD

Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Amiee Potter

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

Cami Hippee, PhD

Instuctor of Microbiology and Immunology

Seminars

View our latest department seminars.

Events

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Learn to Crochet Microbes

Friday, September 13, 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!
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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 1-3pm in meeting rooms A and B. Stay informed and stay safe!  Questions? You can email Dr. Theresa-ho@uiowa.edu
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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...
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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!