
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.

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.
