Graduate Programs in Immunology & Microbial Disease | Albany Medical College Skip to the content Top of the page Education Basic Science (MS, PhD) Immunology and Microbial Disease Immunology & Microbial Disease Focused on understanding and fighting disease Admissions Curriculum Cost & Aid Meet Us Postdoctoral Opportunities Immunology Research Program The Department of Immunology & Microbial Disease emphasizes the study of infectious disease pathogenesis and protection. The emergence of new pathogens, the increasing development of drug resistance, and the threat of bioterrorism have combined to create an increased demand for investigations into disease mechanisms. Specialized research areas within the department include immunology, vaccines, and microbial pathogenesis. Our faculty study host-pathogen interactions of infectious agents such as Aspergillus, Yersinia pestis, hepatitis B, tick-borne bacteria, HIV-1, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Zika, and pneumococci. Meet our Researchers Apply Postdoctoral Program Curriculum Graduate Programs in Immunology Our med students, MS candidates, PhD candidates, and postdoctoral fellows work with scientists at the forefront of biomedical research. Specialized areas also include immunology, microbial and viral pathogenesis, and molecular mechanisms responsible for human disease. Learn more. Our facilities and technologies are unique in the Capital Region. These resources enable us to secure funding to find cures for existing and emerging diseases that impact public health.” Michael Robek, PhD Department Chair Related News Play video News Multiphoton Microscope Adds Speed, Clarity to Biomedical Research Play video News New Partnership to Share Key Research Facilities Play video News Researchers Join Forces to Study Age-Related Diseases Play video News Albany Medical College Awarded $2.4M to Study Chronic Hepatitis B Play video News NIH Awards $2M to Study Bone Marrow Failure Play video News Dr. Michael Robek Named Chair of IMD Meet Us Join Our Team of Scientists Find Out More Program Curriculum Not a student? Find information for: Patients & Families Job Seekers Health Care Professionals We use cookies to give you the best experience and analyze website performance. By continuing to navigate our website, you agree to our and Close