The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC, UNC-Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Chapel Hill, or simply Carolina) is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It is the flagship of the University of North Carolina system and is considered to be one of the "Public Ivies". After being chartered in 1789, the university first began enrolling students in 1795, making it one of the oldest public universities in the United States.
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill focuses on understanding the complex relationships between microbes, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi, and the host immune system. With a strong emphasis on human health and disease, the department conducts cutting-edge research into microbial pathogenesis, host-microbe interactions, and immune responses to develop new diagnostics, therapies, and preventative measures. It offers a rigorous Ph.D. program providing comprehensive training in research and contributes significantly to graduate and professional education across the health sciences, preparing students for impactful careers in science and medicine.
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