Doctor of Philosophy in Infection Biology

University College Dublin (UCD)

Infection Biology researchers at UCD investigate virulence mechanisms of pathogenic microorganisms and viruses, host response to infection, immunopathologies such as inflammation and immune system dysfunction as well as the development of novel therapeutics and drug delivery. The breadth of infection biology research in UCD is well-represented in SBBS, with the following areas being of particular focus in the School:Host pathogen interactionsHost response to infectionMolecular Genetics of Infection BiologyPathogen Genomics, Transcriptomics and ProteomicsComputational Infection BiologyThe SBBS Principal Investigators of SBBS collaborate closely with UCD staff in the Schools of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Biology and Environmental Science, and the Conway Institute. The Schools continuing ability to attract national and international funding in this area has resulted in a strong track record of publication and postgraduate training.