Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Since 1968, our mission has been to provide the highest quality research and education possible in the interdisciplinary fields of microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics. We work together as scientists, educators and students to identify and address the most relevant problems in microbial pathogenesis, host cell biology and immune defense, and the host-pathogen interface. Microbiology & Molecular Genetics About Contact Giving Jobs Social Events People Faculty Members Graduate Students Postdoctoral Scholars Office Staff Research Education & Training Graduate Program Medical Degree Program Postdoctoral Education Postdoctoral Training Seminars Home Research Microbiology & Molecular Genetics: Home About Faculty Research Education & Training In Memoriam: Professor Gina Lee We mourn the untimely death of our dear colleague and friend, Gina Lee, PhD, who passed away on June 23, 2024. Professor Lee's dedication, kindness and professionalism inspired us all, and her presence made the world a better place. We will miss her more than words can express. Seminars in Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Our seminars provide a platform for leading researchers to share cutting-edge findings, facilitate intellectual exchange and collaboration among faculty and students, and allow the broader scientific community to connect and learn from each other. View Seminars News Jun 11, 2024 | UCI News CNCM is awarded $1.4 million NIH grant for Alzheimer’s disease research training Features & Briefs Anatomy & Neurobiology Physiology & Biophysics Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Research UCI School of Medicine Feb 14, 2024 | UCI News UC Irvine-led research team creates novel rabies viral vectors for neural circuit mapping Press Release Anatomy & Neurobiology Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Physiology & Biophysics UCI School of Medicine Jan 05, 2024 | UCI School of Medicine Anticancer compound JTE-607 reveals hidden sequence specificity of mRNA 3′ processing Features & Briefs Microbiology & Molecular Genetics UCI School of Medicine View All News Events There are no upcoming events. View All Events Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics Our department takes pride in being ranked among the top microbiology departments in the country. Our research spans various fields, including bacterial development, bacterial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, virology and viral pathogenesis, immunology, cell biology, gene regulation, epigenetics in diseases, stem cell biology, RNA biology, cancer biology and computational biology. Learn More Get to know our people and programs: People Contact Us Related Seminars Social Events Job Opportunities Giving