Pathogenesis
The pathogenesis program provides unparalleled opportunities to participate in translational and basic research with faculty who are leaders in studies of host-pathogen interactions, vaccine and drug development, susceptibility and resistance to infectious diseases, novel approaches to the treatment of infectious diseases, and innovative approaches to understanding microbial virulence.
Research
- Work with internationally recognized figures undertaking basic and translational research in fungal, bacterial, mycobacterial, and viral pathogenesis
- Experience multidisciplinary collaborations with basic, translational, and clinical investigators
- Opportunities to apply for available K08 and K23 grants from the National Institutes of Health
Clinical Activities
- Opportunities for translational and clinical collaborations both locally and internationally
- Manage difficult clinical cases by the application of basic, translational, and clinical science
Formal Instruction
- Graduate coursework available at the Sue Golding Graduate school of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Advanced training in biostatistics through the Einstein Clinical Research Training Program (optional)
Featured Faculty
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![Jacqueline M. Achkar, MD, MS]()
Associate Professor, Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
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![John Chan]()
Professor Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology -
![Joshua D. Nosanchuk]()
Professor, Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology
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![Liise-anne Pirofski]()
Professor Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology
Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases
