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The Microbiology department harbors a collaborative scientific community whose members share a passion for microbes and scientific exploration. We are uncovering the mechanisms used by diverse microbes to survive in nature and to interact with host organisms. Our research ranges from understanding fundamental biological mechanisms to addressing specific infectious disease challenges that are critical for human health


Upcoming Events:

SEP25 Microbiology Monday Talks: Noon - 1pm, NRB1031 and Zoom
Knipe and Kranzusch Labs
Please see Micro-Events email for more information
Sep26 Microbiology Tuesday Seminar: 12:30pm - 1:30pm, NRB1031 and Zoom
Kathryn Hanley (New Mexico State University)
Please see Micro-Events email for more information

We are hiring! Assistant/Associate Professor of Microbiology

The Department of Microbiology at Harvard Medical School invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, in accord with career experience. We seek candidates performing creative basic research on viruses, host-virus interactions, or the immune response to viral pathogens to join our Microbiology department.

Read more:https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/12539


How Dormant Bacteria Return to Life 
Research from the Rudner lab provides answers to long-standing mystery of bacterial spores, illuminating new paths for disease prevention
(HMS News & Research)
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Silvi Rouskin talks about understanding and using RNA to treat human disease.

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