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 position in Immunology

We seek applicants studying any aspects of immunology, including but not limited to innate and adaptive immunity, immune regulation and immune cell metabolism, cancer immunology, neuroimmunology, host defense against prokaryotic, eukaryotic, or viral pathogens, vaccine development, or the application of experimental in vivo systems of infection and disease.

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Faculty Recognition

Manicassamy named the Mark Stinski Professor in Virology

This endowed position honors Dr. Mark Stinski’s legacy of excellence in virology research. Dr. Manicassamy’s appointment recognizes his exceptional scholarly achievements and contributions to the Department and College.

Faculty Profile

Recent
Faculty
Recognitions

Dr. Amanda Dudek awarded the Andy Kaplan Retrovirology Prize

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

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

$16.33M

Total external grant funding in FY2026.

102

Publications in highly‑regarded journals, including 47 senior‑author papers.

1,907

Students we reached over 41 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

Announcing new faculty funding awards

Monday, February 26, 2024

A panel discussion exploring career paths in microbiology

Monday, February 5, 2024

Undergraduate microbiology student Hiruni Sumanasiri shines in 2023 Dare to Discover campaign

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Dr. Mary Weber has acquired a new 3-year NIH/NIAID R61 funding award

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Dr. Stanley Perlman awarded competitive renewal of R01 funding

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Microbiology REU student wins poster award at ABRCMS

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Dr. Jon Houtman awarded NIH/NCI R25 funding to support cancer research opportunities

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Dr. Jon Houtman secures NIH/NEI R01 award as part of a collaborative multi-PI effort

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Dr. Aloysius Klingelhutz awarded new NIH R21 funding

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Welcome new microbiology undergraduate advisor!

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Events

Seminar Series: Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Bowen Science Building

Each semester, we are proud to host outstanding seminar speakers. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Visit website: https://microbiology.medicine.uiowa.edu/about-us/seminars

Seminar Series: Department of Microbiology and Immunology

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

Bowen Science Building

Each semester, we are proud to host outstanding seminar speakers. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Visit website: https://microbiology.medicine.uiowa.edu/about-us/seminars

Women In Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour

Monday, November 9, 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.

Seminar Series: Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Bowen Science Building

Each semester, we are proud to host outstanding seminar speakers. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Visit website: https://microbiology.medicine.uiowa.edu/about-us/seminars

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