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Department of Clinical Microbiology

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Welcome to the Department of Clinical Microbiology! We conduct exciting and important research and education in host-microbe interactions, the pathogenic properties of microbes, and the mechanisms of the immune system. Here you will find an inspiring and creative environment that promotes both research and learning.

Latest news

Nadeem UllahPostdoktor vid Institutionen för klinisk mikrobiologisamt Constantin UrbanProfessor vid Institutionen för klinisk mikrobiologiEnhet: Immunologi, Avdelningen för infektion och immunologi
Researchers uncover how immune cells use zinc to fight infections — challenging long-held beliefs

The reseachers show that immune cells drain microbes of zinc, making them more vulnerable.

En rad blodprovsrör fyllda med blod
A gold mine for researchers

The Section of Biobank and Registry Support collects health data and is a unique gold mine for researchers.

Fyra fötter sticker fram under täcke
Gonorrhoea is spreading and outsmarting antibiotics

Tomas Gustafsson's experiences with patient encounters led him to research new antibiotic candidates.

Sarita Nordström
She is coaching biomedical analyst students on their journey

The best thing about working as a counselor is meeting students in ups and downs and seeing them develop.

Laura Carroll
Laura Carroll awarded “Future Research Leader” grant – receives 15 million sek to resolve the microbiome of cells

Combining computational tools with biological data, she wants to resolve the cellular microbiome.

EC Postdoc Retreat
A blend of science, fun and nature scenery when postdocs meet

'Excellence by Choice' interdisciplinary postdocs shared experiences and discussed future career options.

Upcoming events

Health on Campus 17 September 2025
Today
17
Sep
Health on Campus 17 September 2025
Time Today 08:00 - 18:00 Today 08:00 - 18:00
Place The campus area and its surroundings

Other. Health on Campus invites students and staff to a day of movement, inspiration, and well-being.

Catrine Odhiambo – Public Health
Fri
19
Sep
Catrine Odhiambo – Public Health
Time 09:00 - 12:00 19 September 09:00 - 12:00
Place Assembly hall, building 5B, 6th floor, University Hospital, Umeå

Defence of doctoral thesis. A bridge to safety – for whom? Intimate partner violence and formal support for women with disabilities in Sweden

Integrated Biomedical Sciences Seminar: Mary Anne O'Connell
Fri
19
Sep
Integrated Biomedical Sciences Seminar: Mary Anne O'Connell
Time 14:00 - 15:00 19 September 14:00 - 15:00
Place 5B P6 Stora hörsalen, NUS

Seminar. Title: The essential role of the RNA editing enzyme, Adar1 in immunity

Saturday at Curiosum!
Sat
20
Sep
Saturday at Curiosum!
Time 10:00 - 17:00 20 September 10:00 - 17:00
Place Curiosum, Östra strandgatan 32, Arts campus

Other. Discover Technology and Science This Weekend! We offer plenty of exciting activities for the whole family. Learn more and see the program here.

Sunday at Curiosum!
Sun
21
Sep
Sunday at Curiosum!
Time 10:00 - 17:00 21 September 10:00 - 17:00
Place Curiosum, Östra strandgatan 32, Arts campus

Other. Discover Technology and Science This Weekend! We offer plenty of exciting activities for the whole family. Learn more and see the program here.