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Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology College of Medicine

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The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology (MGM) scientifically examines the molecular basis of genetics (the study of heredity) and microbiology (the study of bacteria and viruses). As part of the College of Medicine, our department also plays a central role in several interdisciplinary research programs within the University of Florida’s Health Science Center.

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#6 2023 US News Top Public University

150 Peer-Reviewed Publications in the Past 3 Years

$19.3Million Total New Research Awards Received in 2024

20 Active Faculty Members

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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.

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  2. Jul 01

  3. Jul 08

  4. Jul 15

  5. Jul 22

Academic Research Building

R2-265 Conference Room

See upcoming classes, labs and events taking place in the Academic Research Building Conference Room.

College of Medicine Academic Research Building