The recent journal article, “The Harms of Promoting the Lab Leak Hypothesis for SARS-CoV-2 Origins Without Evidence,” co-authored by James Alwine and colleagues, underscores the importance of adhering to evidence-based science. Published in the Journal …
Department News
Dr. Bruce Klein and Isidoro-Ayza Unlock the Secrets of White-Nose Syndrome
July 11, 2024 By Will Cushman An invasive fungus that colonizes the skin of hibernating bats with deadly consequences is a stealthy invader that uses multiple strategies to slip into the small mammals’ skin cells and quietly …
Celebrating Excellence: Rod Welch Distinguished Lectureship Fund Welcomes Dr. James Kaper and Dr. Harry Mobley
The Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison proudly presents the inaugural speakers sponsored by the Rod Welch Distinguished Lectureship Fund. On Friday, September 6, esteemed university professors Dr. James Kaper …
Annual Perlman Symposium Sees Record Number of Attendees
On April 26, 2024, the Department of Medical Microbiology (MMI) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison welcomed a diverse array of students, trainees, and scientists from 21 esteemed institutions to the 14th annual Perlman Symposium on …
Dr. Laura Knoll Receives Kellett Mid-Career Award
In a well-deserved recognition, Dr. Laura Knoll, a distinguished Professor of the Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology and the Associate Dean for Basic Research Training, has been honored with the prestigious Kellett Mid-Career Award. …
Dr. Sperandio Selected as ASM Distinguished Lecturer
Congratulations to Dr. Vanessa Sperandio on being selected as an American Society for Microbiology Distinguished Lecturer. Lecturers serve 2-year terms and she will serve as a Lecturer for the 2024-2026 Program. The ASM Distinguished Lecturer …
Dr. Vanessa Sperandio Talk Featured on Biomedical & Life Sciences Collection
Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology Department Chair, Dr. Vanessa Sperandio, contributed a talk to The Biomedical & Life Sciences Collection. Her talk, “Enteric pathogens-microbiota-host inter-kingdom chemical interactions,” is available online.
Registration Opens for 2024 Perlman Symposium!
Perlman Symposium on Antibiotic Discovery and Development 9:00am – 5:00pm, Friday, April 26, 2024 Abstract Submission Deadline: March 22, 2024 General Registration Deadline: March 30, 2024 Register Today! Registration for the 2024 Perlman Symposium is open! This year’s Symposium will be taking place on Friday, April 26, 2024 …
Dr. Joe Dillard Receives 2023 Jack Kenney Award for Outstanding Service
Author: George A. O’Toole “EDITORIAL Since 2009, we have conferred the Jack Kenney Award for Outstanding Service to the reviewer who does extraordinary service for the journal. Jack was an outstanding production editor who retired in …
Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology Relaunch Newsletter
We are thrilled to announce the relaunch of the Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology newsletter! In our commitment to keeping our community informed and engaged, we are now set to deliver two issues per year, providing a comprehensive recap of our department’s achievements and progress towards fulfilling our mission.