The University of Iowa

Carver College of Medicine

Department of Microbiology and Immunology

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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.

Mary Weber teaching

$16.4M

Total external grant funding in FY2025.

Instructor Cami Hippee

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

Celebrating Innovation: Dr. Gail Bishop and team receives the 2023 Donald D. Dorfman award

Monday, March 4, 2024

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

Events

ddPCR vs qPCR: Choosing the Right Tool For Your Application & New Tech Update promotional image

ddPCR vs qPCR: Choosing the Right Tool For Your Application & New Tech Update

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Eckstein Medical Research Building

When do you choose ddPCR vs qPCR?

Seminar Series: Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Tuesday, April 28, 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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Microbiology Undergraduate Research Poster Session

Thursday, April 30, 2026 3:00pm to 5:30pm

Medical Education Research Facility

Features current research from microbiology undergraduate students. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

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Honors Symposium

Monday, May 4, 2026 2:30pm

Eckstein Medical Research Building

Celebrate Seniors graduating with Honors in Microbiology and Immunology.

Seminars

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