Medical Microbiology and Infection Prevention

Our ageing society holds more older people and more people with a weak immune system. We encounter these patients on a daily basis in the UMCG. Innovative research to prevent infections and research on new and diagnostic methods and treatment possibilities is necessary to protect patients against infections.

The department of Medical Microbiology and Infection Prevention focuses on research protecting patients against infections, performing diagnostics of infections and advising for optimal antimicrobial therapy. 

Learn more about the department of Medical Microbiology and Infection Prevention.