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:
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Microbiology Monday Talks: Noon - 1pm, NRB1031 and Zoom Knipe and Kranzusch Labs Please see Micro-Events email for more information |
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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)
Silvi Rouskin talks about understanding and using RNA to treat human disease.
