College of Medicine
Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology
Work alongside a distinguished group of researchers in Gene Expression, RNA Processing, DNA replication, Genomics, Gene Therapy, Molecular Basis of Disease, and the Mechanisms of Viral and Bacterial Pathogenesis.rnrnMGM plays a central role in several interdisciplinary research programs in the HSC. Affiliated centers include the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, the Center for Epigenetics, and the University of Florida Brain Institute.
molecular Genetics & Microbiology In the News
UF Health researchers’ new findings have implications for muscle development, disease
To allow movement and function, our muscles use tiny “contraction machines” inside of cells. Each on its own is too weak to move even a fingernail, but muscles can move…
UF Health enrolls first patient in clinical trial aimed at creating new treatment for COVID-19
University of Florida Health has enrolled its first patient in a clinical trial for the Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ monoclonal antibody cocktail to treat COVID-19, a therapy that might neutralize the coronavirus…
UF Health researchers find anticancer drugs are also effective against Epstein-Barr virus-related cancers
The Epstein-Barr virus is a common, persistent and elusive invader. It typically spreads through saliva during childhood and often goes dormant after infection. The virus, also known as human herpesvirus…
New study shows common diabetes drug improves symptoms in genetic form of ALS in mice
New preclinical research shows a commonly used Type 2 diabetes drug can improve symptoms in a specific genetic form of ALS and frontotemporal dementia in mice. University of Florida neuroscientists…
MGM Events of Interest
Upcoming Event
Combined Research Conference
March 9th, 2021
Join us from 4:00 -5:00 PM every Tuesday for our Combined Research Conference.
MGM Conference Room Calendar
Conference Room Events
Upcoming Events
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Jun 30
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Toth Lab meet
9:00am to 11:00am
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Jul 01
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Bloom Lab meet
1:00pm to 2:00pm
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Bloom Lab Meet
3:00pm to 5:00pm
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Jul 04
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Tibbetts Lab
1:00pm to 2:30pm
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Toth/Papp lab
3:30pm to 5:30pm
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Jul 05
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MGM Faculty Meeting
R2-265
12:00pm to 1:30pm
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Jul 06
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Seminar – Lobanova
12:00pm to 1:00pm
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Academic Research Building
Classes and Labs
See upcoming classes, labs and events taking place in the Academic Research Building Conference Room.
