Research in the Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology (MGM) addresses basic biological questions using microbial cells, eukaryotic model systems, and molecular biology and biochemical techniques. The Section includes over 25 research laboratories and is chaired by Professor Robert Krug. MGM is one of four component sections of the School of Biological Sciences and offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in Microbiology. Doctoral degrees are offered through the Microbiology and Cellular and Molecular Biology graduate programs.

 

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Meet Jason Upton, newest faculty member in the Section of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology.  Dr. Upton was a postdoctoral fellow in the lab of Edward S. Mocarski, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, Vaccine Research Center, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.  He received a grant from the Cancer Research and Prevention Research Institute (CPRIT) for $2 million as a first-time tenure track faculty member..... 

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Kyle M. Miller is a new faculty member in the Section of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology.  He received a grant from the Cancer Research and Prevention Research Institute (CPRIT) for $2 million.....

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Sara Sawyer, an MGM Assistant Professor, is a recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. This is the highest honor bestowed by the United States government ....

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