Integrating immunologic methods and fundamental immunologic research into clinical disciplines
Immunology at UAB spans the range from fundamental basic and discovery research to clinical trials that use the latest immune-targeting drugs and vaccines. Immunology-focused UAB researchers and clinicians are learning to channel the power of the immune system to treat and prevent infectious disease, transplant organ rejection, autoimmunity, allergy, cancer, and numerous inflammatory-based conditions including neurologic, renal, and cardiac diseases.
Developing robust technical and physical infrastructure
Access to cutting-edge technologies, facilities and informatics resources will further propel immunologic research at UAB, which will ultimately lead to a fundamental appreciation for how the immune system protects us from disease and may be harnessed to improve the lives of individuals in our community and our state.
Providing comprehensive immunologic education
Immunology education at UAB extends across the undergraduate, graduate and professional schools and is designed to ensure that the next generation of researchers, clinicians, educators and healthy policy professionals understand the importance of the immune system in protection from a myriad of diseases. The Immunology Institute supports vibrant programs that support the education of our trainees and those in our community who want to learn more about how their own immune system promotes their health and well-being.
