Microbiology

Microbiology is the scientific study of microorganisms that are too small to be visible with the naked eye. Medical Microbiology is an ever-evolving dynamic science which deals with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases.

Department of Microbiology functions in two division’s mainly clinical microbiology and academics. Clinical microbiology is a multidisciplinary unit comprising of Immunology, Parasitology, Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology and Serology. The department is well equipped with adequate academic resources, spacious lecture halls, museum and laboratory and departmental library.

Apart from the contributions of Microbiology to human health, the foundations of modern molecular biology and genetics rest on research carried out with microbes. Basic research in Microbiology underwrites our effort for eradication of important pathogens, prevention of human diseases, development of gene therapies and the evolution of new strategies for personalized medicine.

Our research focuses on viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites that cause disease, and the larger microbial communities in which they exist.

Vision

To provide accurate clinical diagnostic services to all its users in a proficient and cost-effective manner and to provide a quality education that integrates the latest research advances with the best clinical practices to the students, residents, postgraduate trainees.

Mission

Our mission is to impart thorough training of medical graduates and other health care professionals in the field of laboratory medicine to ensure quality healthcare.
The Department will continuously strive to apply improved and advanced diagnostic services with greater accuracy and precision.
The faculty will compete to pursue newer developments in the field of clinical microbiology and undertake dedicated research to apply the same to the local population.