Biology Department Faculty Immunology Program Immunology is the discipline of biology that examines the mechanisms of host defense againt pathogenic agents. The study of the immune system offers a unique opportunity to analyze a complex multicomponent system consisting of molecules and cells that hve documented physiologic relevance.
Immunology has a strong foundation in biochemistry, molecular biology and cell biology.
The multidisciplinary aspect of immunology attracts investigators with a wide range of interests in both basic and clinical approaches. Some choose to do immunologic research because of their interest in understanding the basic processes of host defense. Others study immunology because it is an excellent model to examine basic principles of molecular biology and cell biology.