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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

How to make systematic reviews
Tue
3
Mar
How to make systematic reviews
Time 12:15 - 13:00 3 March 12:15 - 13:00
Place Zoom

Course. This course will give you an introduction to systematic reviews, with a focus on systematic searching.

Lana Hellga Jachmann - Molecular Biology
Fri
6
Mar
Lana Hellga Jachmann - Molecular Biology
Time 09:00 - 12:00 6 March 09:00 - 12:00
Place NAT.D.360

Defence of doctoral thesis. The role of the Chlamydia trachomatis inclusion in the evasion of host-cell autonomous immunity.

Basic course: Electron Microscopy in Life Sciences, 10-12 March 2026
Tue
10
Mar
Basic course: Electron Microscopy in Life Sciences, 10-12 March 2026
Time 10 March at 09:00 until 12 March at 16:00 10 March at 09:00 until 12 March at 16:00
Place Glasburen and UCEM, KBC and EM buildings

Course. This course combines fundamental theory with hands-on demonstrations to provide a solid understanding of Electron Microscopy in biological sciences

IceLab Lunch Pitch: Amin Saremi, Anna Strandberg and Katharina Wulff
Wed
11
Mar
IceLab Lunch Pitch: Amin Saremi, Anna Strandberg and Katharina Wulff
Time 12:00 - 13:00 11 March 12:00 - 13:00
Place KBC Glasburen

Seminar. The Integrated Science Lab invites you to meet, and explore collaboration opportunities with, Amin Saremi, Anna Strandberg and Katharina Wulff.

SSIBS seminar: Matthew Lawrenz
Fri
13
Mar
SSIBS seminar: Matthew Lawrenz
Time 14:00 - 15:00 13 March 14:00 - 15:00
Place Major groove, Umeå University Hospital

Seminar. Matthew Lawrenz, University of Louisville, US, lectures within the frame of Integrated Biomedical Science Seminars: Partners in slime: