My research uses innovative genomic techniques to understand how novel factors contained within the accessory genome of Pseudomonas aeruginosa contribute to virulence. Members of the Microbiology-Immunology department benefit from a highly collaborative environment and excellent facilities that support cutting-edge research.”

Microbiology-Immunology feels like a community. Between seminars, journal clubs, retreats and happy hours, you really get to know everyone and their work. My research focuses on the role of DNA damage response proteins on HPV's life cycle and with such a collaborative environment, I know that if I need help with anything I have a wealth of resources right here in our department.”

I joined the department after obtaining my doctorate in molecular virology from the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The department is very active and each weekly seminar is interesting and provides access to distinguished scientists. It is wonderful that I can study immunology with a virology perspective using state-of-the-art techniques.”

As a 4th year medical student, I had the opportunity to study in a lab. My project focused on how a small RNA affects Yersinia pestis infections in tissue culture. Coming from a mainly clinical background, it was interesting to see how bench research changes medicine. I would like to study infectious diseases in the future; through my research, I was able to explore my interest in basic science in a field that I hope to join one day.”

I am working on a project that seeks to further understand the characteristics of the Vibrio fischeri biofilm. Being so involved in a research lab in Feinberg while I am still an undergraduate student is an amazing opportunity that is helping me to grow as a researcher and to prepare me for a career in medicine.””