The Department of Microbiology undertakes research on emerging infections with a particular emphasis on those relevant to this region. Key areas of current research include those on influenza, Penicillium marneffei, antibiotic resistance and HIV/AIDS. Its scope encompasses both basic and applied research and covers aspects of from microbial genomics, evolution and pathogenesis to epidemiology, diagnosis and clinical management of infectious disease. The laboratory is well equipped with facilities ranging from genome sequencing to P3 level containment. There is a extensive network of research collaboration, both locally and internationally, all combining to provide a firm basis for an active postgraduate training program in microbiology.

Emerging Infectious Disease Programme