Department of Microbiology and Immunology

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

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Faculty Recognition

Dr. Amanda Dudek awarded the Andy Kaplan Retrovirology Prize

The purpose of the award is to advance the career and honor the accomplishments of a distinguished junior faculty member or senior postdoctoral researcher as they embark on an independent career in retrovirology.

Faculty Recognition

Dr. Aloysius Klingelhutz honored with the John P. Long Teaching Award

This award recognizes a basic science faculty member who emulates Dr. Long's devotion to education, teaching, research and service to the University. The intent of this award is to recognize outstanding career-level teaching contributions by the basic science faculty.

Faculty Recognition

Dr. Mary Weber receives the Iowa Mid-Career Faculty Scholar Award

The award provides support to advance the work of distinguished mid‑career University of Iowa faculty and recognizes Dr. Weber for her outstanding scholarship, teaching, and mentorship.

$16.4M

Total external grant funding in FY2025.

99

Publications in highly‑regarded journals, including 41 senior‑author papers.

2025/2026 Microbiology Graduate Program Class

2,069

Students we reached over 44 courses.

28th in Microbiology among all medical schools

Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research - FY25 NIH Funding

15th among public medical schools

Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research - FY25 NIH Funding

News

Weber and Perlman each recognized as standout investigators and mentors

Friday, March 26, 2021

NEW FUNDING - Craig Ellermeier, Ph.D. - National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Monday, March 22, 2021

2021-2022 Stinski Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Thursday, March 11, 2021

Schlievert authors new book on Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Pack named as one of a 1,000 inspiring Black scientists in America

Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Researchers awarded COVID-19 pilot grants from the Carver Trust

Sunday, February 7, 2021

Microbiologist shares her passion through STEM outreach program

Friday, January 29, 2021

Dr. Stanley Perlman discusses COVID-19 (updated)

Monday, December 28, 2020

Graduate student Ryan Callahan passes defense

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Repurposed mouse model sheds light on loss of smell in COVID-19

Monday, November 23, 2020

Events

Changing Medicine, Changing Lives: A Celebration of Our People

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 5:30pm

Hancher Auditorium

UI Health Care's inaugural awards celebration

Women In Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour

Monday, June 8, 2026 11:00am to 12:00pm

Carver Biomedical Research Building

Join us for the Women in Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour. It is the monthly coffee hour on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon in 1289 CBRB. Enjoy coffee, pastries and contribute to the discussion!

This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science.

Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

Women In Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour

Monday, July 13, 2026 11:00am to 12:00pm

Carver Biomedical Research Building

This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science.

Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

Seminar Series: Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Bowen Science Building

Each semester, we are proud to host outstanding seminar speakers. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

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