Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics | The University of Vermont

Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (MMG) is a basic science department in the UVM College of Medicine. We perform exceptional biomedical research and are dedicated to the education and training of students committed to making a difference in the fields of Science, Medicine, and Public Health.

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Chair's Message: Dr. Beth Kirkpatrick, M.D.

Welcome to the Department of MMG! Our department advances knowledge through our internationally-recognized biomedical research and offers exceptional educational opportunities, all toward improving human health. We are proud of our team of exceptional scientists, trainees, and dedicated staff.

Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics News

MMG Instructor Kari Hodge Honored With Outstanding Advisor Award

Microbiology Student Fast-Tracks Her Dream Career With UVM’s Accelerated Master’s Pathway

Two Exceptional Rising Seniors in the Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Department

UVM Cancer Center Trainee Petra Kapsalis Finds Success in the Lab and on the Field

Rising Senior Dan Schiefen Recognized with the Kende Award for 2025

Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Double Major Naveen Kothandaraman Receives a Goldwater Scholarship

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MMG Seminars

The department hosts a robust seminar series with internal and external speakers on broad ranging topics. View the current 2025-2026 schedule.

Student research

CIHMI

The CIHMI is an interdisciplinary, cross-departmental, cross-university team studying the immune system and microbe-host interactions.