About Immunology Graduate Program
Dynamic Academic Environment
We offer students a unique opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research.
Committed to Excellence in Immunology Research & Education
We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic, inclusive academic environment that empowers students to become leaders in immunological research, education, and collaboration. Through excellence in training, mentoring, and scientific inquiry, our graduates are equipped to make meaningful contributions to the global scientific community.
Our Guiding Principles
- Innovative Training: We deliver rigorous, forward-thinking education that empowers students to thrive in immunology careers.
- Mentorship that Matters: We build strong, supportive mentor-mentee relationships that foster both personal and professional growth.
- Integrity in Research & Scholarship: We uphold the highest standards of scientific rigor and ethical responsibility in all academic work.
- Collaborative Discovery: We embrace interdisciplinary collaboration and open dialogue to drive transformative breakthroughs.
- Student-Centered Support: We create a culture of care, respect, and encouragement to ensure student well-being and success.
- Inclusive Community: We are committed to building a diverse, welcoming community where every member feels valued and included.
Alumni
Your journey continues to inspire our community, and we invite you to stay in touch and share your story with us.
Research Areas
For over 25 years, our NIH-supported training grant at U-M Medical School has powered groundbreaking research and interdisciplinary collaboration. From molecular mechanisms to clinical applications, our program offers PhD students a vibrant ecosystem for discovery and innovation.
A Broad Spectrum of Expertise
Our faculty span both basic science and clinical disciplines, offering students a unique opportunity to engage in research that bridges the lab bench and the bedside.
- Microbiology & Immunology
- Molecular & Integrative Physiology
- Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
- Allergy and Clinical Immunology
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Hematology and Oncology
- Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Pathology
- Pediatrics
- Periodontics and Oral Medicine
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
- Radiology
- Rheumatology
- Surgery
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Our program thrives on collaboration across U-M Medical School and the University of Michigan’s colleges. Students are encouraged to pursue bold questions in immunology through a lens that integrates molecular biology, physiology, and clinical science.
Meet Our Admin Team
Shannon A Carty, MD
Immunology Graduate Program
Medical School
Venkateshwar G Keshamouni, PhD
Immunology Graduate Program
Medical School
Michal A Olszewski, DVM, PhD
Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Associate Director Academic Program
Immunology Graduate Program
Medical School
