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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

Nazar BeiragPostdoktor vid Institutionen för klinisk mikrobiologi
Investigates gut bacteria’s role in viral disease

Nazar Beirag’s study is an interdisciplinary project within the ‘Excellence by Choice’ programme.

Anne-Marie Fors Connolly
Critical Microbes: Building a national infection research infrastructure inspired by Denmark

Infection researcher Anne-Marie Fors Connolly receives SEK 500,000 in investment funds from the Alf Committee.

Niklas Arnberg, professor vid Institutionen för klinisk mikrobiologi, Umeå universitet.
New influenza variant could make the winter season extra demanding

"The classic flu symptoms can become more pronounced with this variant", says Professor Niklas Arnberg.

Arbetsmiljöombud UCMR
The representatives fighting for a better work environment

At the Department of Clinical Microbiology, Mikaela, Carin and Ylva see that their work makes a difference.

Kvinnlig forskare tittar på provrör som hon håller upp.
EU invests big in Umeå research

What links green cheese, AI and cancer tests? They're themes in 16 projects sharing €10 million in EU funding.

Nätverk medicinsk forskning
New network strengthens collaboration in cancer research

Researchers join forces in a new network to strengthen collaboration and development in the field of cancer.

Upcoming events

Medchem Seminar Series - Marie Spohn, SLU Uppsala
Tue
10
Feb
Medchem Seminar Series - Marie Spohn, SLU Uppsala
Time 15:15 - 16:00 10 February 15:15 - 16:00
Place online via Zoom

Seminar. Title: How does the carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus stoichiometry of soil organic matter affect element cycling

IceLab Lunch Pitch: Karl Poncha and Johan Henriksson
Wed
11
Feb
IceLab Lunch Pitch: Karl Poncha and Johan Henriksson
Time 12:00 - 13:00 11 February 12:00 - 13:00
Place KBC Glasburen

Seminar. The Integrated Science Lab invites you to meet, and explore collaboration opportunities with, Karl Poncha and Johan Henriksson.

Curiosum Space – Galaxies and the Big Bang
Thu
12
Feb
Curiosum Space – Galaxies and the Big Bang
Time 17:00 - 20:00 12 February 17:00 - 20:00
Place Curiosum, Östra strandgatan 32, Arts campus

Other. Michael Bradley, Department of Physics, lectures on general relativity, black holes & gravitational waves, followed by a planetarium show in Wisdome.

Sandra Holmberg – Molecular Biology
Fri
13
Feb
Sandra Holmberg – Molecular Biology
Time 09:00 - 12:00 13 February 09:00 - 12:00
Place Hörsal UB.A.240 - Lindellhallen 4

Defence of doctoral thesis. Microbiota-driven mucus restoration in the Western gut.

VR kick-off for researchers in medicine and health
Fri
13
Feb
VR kick-off for researchers in medicine and health
Time 12:15 - 13:00 13 February 12:15 - 13:00
Place Online

Seminar. Planning to apply for funding from the Swedish Research Council (VR)? Take the opportunity to get valuable tips and ask questions to expert reviewers.