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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

Hanna Jerndal
Covid-19 increases risk of kidney injury for up to a year

A new thesis shows that COVID-19 increases the risk of kidney damage and that many severe cases go undetected.

Hjärnsjukdomar och behandling mot dem.
The Swedish Brain Foundation invests in brainpower in Umeå

Seven research projects at Umeå University will receive a total of SEK 9 million in funding.

Vaccination
High-risk groups forgo vaccination despite it being free

The main barriers to vaccination among high-risk groups are related to individual-level factors.

Pojke viftar bort mygg och knott
They buzz, bite, and spread disease – but mosquitoes are essential to nature

Researchers in Umeå conduct internationally recognized research on mosquito-borne diseases in humans.

Disrupted antioxidant balance linked to the development of “Skellefteå disease”

Oxidative stress and inflammation may contribute to disease development while also pointing to new biomarkers.

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Five questions about the virus that still frightens the world

We still lack effective antiviral drugs, which highlights the importance of basic research.

Upcoming events

Johan Eriksson - medical science
Today
6
Nov
Johan Eriksson - medical science
Time Today 13:00 - 16:00 Today 13:00 - 16:00
Place Bergasalen

Defence of doctoral thesis. Johan Eriksson dissertation: Surgical logistics – From operating room organisation to patient-reported outcomes in breast cancer surgery.

KBC DAYS 2026: Dynamic Worlds - Responses and Transformations from Molecules to Landscapes
Tue
10
Nov
KBC DAYS 2026: Dynamic Worlds - Responses and Transformations from Molecules to Landscapes
Time 10 November at 09:00 until 11 November at 17:00 10 November at 09:00 until 11 November at 17:00
Place Carl Kempe salen, KBC building

Conference. Annual interdisciplinary conference fostering collaboration across departments and research centres at the Chemical Biological Centre (KBC).

Cleanroom technology – User License Course, 1.5 ECTS
Wed
11
Nov
Cleanroom technology – User License Course, 1.5 ECTS
Time 11 November at 09:00 until 13 November at 16:00 11 November at 09:00 until 13 November at 16:00
Place NanoLab, Department of Physics

Course. The courses on the graduate level offered by NanoLab.

ViaRuralis - more space, more ideas
Wed
11
Nov
ViaRuralis - more space, more ideas
Time 11 November at 12:00 until 12 November at 12:00 11 November at 12:00 until 12 November at 12:00
Place Hotell Lappland in Lycksele

Conference. ViaRuralis is the conference for those who want to help advance health, healthcare and social care in rural and remote communities.

Workshop: Mindful Communication in Transcultural Contexts
Thu
12
Nov
Workshop: Mindful Communication in Transcultural Contexts
Time 09:00 - 13:00 12 November 09:00 - 13:00
Place Online - Zoom

Workshop. Learn how a compassionate approach can strengthen teaching and intercultural collaboration. Registration closes on 6 November.