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Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Department of Microbiology and Immunology

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7/23/26

Work with our internationally recognized faculty to explore the science of infectious disease. Our focus on mentoring and teamwork will support your training.

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Upcoming Events

Oct
20
2026
Decoding Host–Virus Interactions Through the Noncoding Genome
11:15 am - 12:45 pm
JSMBS Room 1225A&B
Oct
27
2026
Comparative host-parasite interactions during Toxoplasma gondii and Neospora caninum infections
11:15 am - 12:45 pm
JSMBS Room 1225A&B
Nov
17
2026
Milgrom Fellowship Seminar: A ribosome-associated Hsp70 maintains translational capacity and promotes stress adaptation in C. neoformans
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
JSMBS Room 1225A&B
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At the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, part of a leading research institution, you’ll work with distinguished faculty committed to helping you master advanced research techniques and push the boundaries of scientific discovery. Whether you're starting your undergraduate studies or engaged in graduate-level research, you'll find purpose, mentorship and opportunity here.

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Why UB?

“The faculty contributed to my training as a postdoc at UB and continue to be incredibly supportive in helping me navigate the early stages of setting up my long-term research program.”
7/23/26

Joseph T. Smith Jr., PhD
Assistant professor of microbiology and immunology

“I love the collaborative atmosphere at the Jacobs School. The lab spaces are very open which facilitates communication with other labs.”
7/23/26

Alexsandra Peyton Lenhard
Doctoral student in microbiology and immunology

“The Jacobs School has equipped me with a strong foundation in molecular biology, microbiology and immunology, along with hands-on research experience in experimental design and advanced lab techniques.”
7/23/26

Shadman Sakib Khan
Research technician in microbiology and immunology

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Micro Club
10/8/26
Outside of classrooms and labs, you will have many opportunities to engage in leadership, informal learning and networking.
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Regional Conferences on Microbiology and Immunology
10/8/26
We encourage you to participate in two annual symposia sponsored by the Witebsky Center for Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology.
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Recent News

  • 32 Faculty Members Join 12 Medical School Departments
    10/12/26

    Thirty-two faculty members with a variety of clinical and research experience — representing 12 medical school departments — have joined the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences over the past several months.

  • Panepinto Receives SUNY Chancellor’s Award
    8/17/26

    John C. Panepinto, PhD, senior associate dean for biomedical education at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, is one of 24 University at Buffalo faculty and staff members honored with SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in 2026.

  • Podcast: Starting Strong at the Jacobs School
    7/1/26

    In this episode, host Allison Brashear, MD, MBA, speaks with John Panepinto, PhD, and Carissa Uschold-Klepfer, MSW, about how incoming undergradate students can find success and build their communities and passions when entering college at the Jacobs School. 

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