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

  • Jacqueline M. Achkar, MD, MS

    Jacqueline M. Achkar, MD, MS

    Associate Professor, Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)

  • John Chan

    John Chan, MD

    Professor Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
    Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology

  • Joshua D. Nosanchuk

    Joshua D. Nosanchuk, MD

    Professor, Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
    Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology
    Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

  • Liise-anne Pirofski

    Liise-anne Pirofski

    Professor Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
    Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology
    Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases