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Microbiology and Immunology

Since its inception in 1931, the Department of Microbiology and Immunology has pursued excellence in multidisciplinary research, along with education in basic biological and medical sciences.

Education

We offer graduate programs leading to the PhD and MSc degrees in microbiology and immunology, along with undergraduate liberal, major and honours programs.

Our MSc and PhD graduates pursue successful careers in universities, industry, and research institutes throughout North America and overseas.

Seminars

Click here for a list of upcoming seminars in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.

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Research

With over 40 faculty members both at the Lyman Duff Medical Building and also working outside in hospitals and research centres across Montreal, we are leaders in microbiology and immunology research.

Key areas of interest

  • cellular and molecular immunology
  • microbial physiology and genetics
  • molecular biology of viruses
  • medical microbiology

Services

We also offer research services in computing, FACS, media preparation, along with microbiological and biotechnology services.