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Scientists & clinicians working together to develop research, drug discovery & improvements in patient care in this globally important area.

Basic, applied, clinical and translational research

Infectious, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases place an enormous global burden on human and animal health. The Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation comprises scientists and clinicians working together to promote and develop research, drug discovery and ultimately improvements in patient care in this area of critical international importance. To achieve this, our aims are ambitious. To understand the basic science of the immune system and how the immune system can in turn promote disease
To understand the biology of parasites, viruses and bacteria and the interactions with their hosts, that in turn leads to high levels of infectious disease worldwide
To develop therapies (drugs and vaccines) targeted on these processes
To explore new treatments and strategies in clinical and translational medicine. All opinion expressed on this page is the personal opinion of those involved and not necessarily representative of the Institute of III or the University as a whole.

15/09/2025

📆 | Save the Date!

The British Society for Parasitology Spring Meeting 2026 is coming to the University of Glasgow.

Running from 7-9 April next year, there will be 15 sessions, 5 workshops, a ceilidh, a dinner - and a welcome reception at Glasgow City Chambers.

🔗 More info soon at https://bsp.uk.net/Events

11/09/2025

🆕 | The School of Infection & Immunity's Professor Rick Maizels has been prominently featured in a fascinating Freethink article exploring the surprising relationship between parasitic worms and the human immune system.

A respected digital science communication outlet that publishes high-quality journalism, Freethink* gives public visibility to cutting-edge research focused on innovation, science, technology, and social change.

The piece, written by journalist Namir Khaliq, highlights Professor Maizels' internationally recognised work on how helminths modulate immune responses, and how their removal from our bodies through modern hygiene may have contributed to rising rates of allergies and autoimmune diseases.

👉 Full story: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infectionimmunity/newsevents/headline_1209957_en.html

🗞️ Article: https://www.freethink.com/biotech/worms-immune-system

04/09/2025

🛶 | School of Infection & Immunity Bacteriology enjoyed a two-day retreat at the Firbush Centre on Loch Tay at the beginning of July.

An outdoor education centre located on the south shore of Loch Tay, Firbush offers water and mountain activities, and is used for field courses, retreats, and residential stays for students.

The centre features log cabins for accommodation, a bar, and lecture facilities.

During the Bacteriology stay, discussions were had on the future of the research area, new opportunities for outreach and public engagement, and development of the new second- and third-year curricula.

📸 A full gallery of images from the day can be viewed below.

02/09/2025

🆕 | School of Infection & Immunity Bacteriology Research Fellow Dr Liam Rooney recently co-organised the UK’s largest and most comprehensive light microscopy training programme, bringing together experts and students from around the world for an advanced upskilling course.

Run between Wednesday, 23 July and Friday, 1 August 2025, the Strathclyde Optical Microscopy Course (SOMC) concluded after an intensive 10 days of lectures and practical workshops.

Twenty-four students from across the globe gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge optical imaging techniques, supported by 19 internationally recognised lecturers and 19 industry sponsors. This included several experts from the University of Glasgow, such as Dr Leandro Lemgruber Soares and Dr Caroline Müllenbroich.

👉 Full story: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infectionimmunity/newsevents/headline_1207495_en.html

25/08/2025

☀️ | On Saturday, 2 August 2025, staff and PhD students from across School of Infection & Immunity came together for a fantastic day trip to Millport.

Organised by Social Committee Chair Dawn Mylet, the group enjoyed a cycle around the island, the fresh sea air, stunning views - and ice cream! 🚴⛵️🍦

15/08/2025

🆕 | The School of Infection & Immunity's Professor Gwo-tzer Ho has received £310,000 from the Jon Moulton Charity Trust to support his UK investigator-led Phase 2 Marvel Trial, investigating the use of oral mitochondrial antioxidants in the treatment of ulcerative colitis.

👉 More on this fantastic funding news: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infectionimmunity/newsevents/headline_1203666_en.html

31/07/2025

🆕 | School of Infection & Immunity Clinical Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Rheumatology Dr Eve Smith has received the prestigious EULAR Abstract Award – FOREUM: Clinical Science at this year’s Congress in Barcelona.

Congratulations, Dr Smith!

👉 More on this achievement: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infectionimmunity/newsevents/headline_1199639_en.html

28/07/2025

🎥 | WATCH | Dr Francesca Florini (Weill Cornell Medicine) discusses the immune evasion in malaria using insights from single-cell analysis of Plasmodium falciparum.

The full Centre for Parasitology GRiP-ing seminar is now available to view on our YouTube channel for a limited period at the link below:

📺 https://youtu.be/bKU2Cfv79K8?si=Jl37ODGwQSGob9c4

23/07/2025

🆕 | Head of School of Infection & Immunity Professor Julia Edgar is delighted to announce that Professor Simon Milling has accepted the role of School Good Research Practice Advisor, succeeding Professor Rick Maizels.

🗨️ Professor Edgar said: “I am pleased to report that Simon Milling has accepted the role of Good Research Practice Advisor for the school.

"We thank Rick for his valuable contributions in this role to date and wish Simon well as he takes on these new responsibilities."

🔗 Full story: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infectionimmunity/newsevents/headline_1196164_en.html

16/07/2025

🆕 | School of Infection & Immunity Head of Bacteriology Professor Donal Wall recently presented expert oral evidence to the UK House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology (SIT) Committee as part of its inquiry into the UK’s microbiome research landscape.

The SIT Committee, a key body in Parliament, is tasked with scrutinising the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and ensures that policy decisions across government are grounded in robust scientific advice.

As part of its Under the Microscope inquiry, the Committee issued a call for written submissions exploring a wide range of scientific and technological themes. From over 330 submissions, just six individuals were invited to present oral evidence in person, including Sii Head of Bacteriology Professor Wall, on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.

Professor Wall provided an accessible overview of microbiome research in the UK, outlining its significance, current strengths, and the areas where additional support is needed for the UK to remain globally competitive, particularly compared to research efforts in Europe and the USA.

🔗 Full story: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/infectionimmunity/newsevents/headline_1194453_en.html

📺 Watch Donal's contribution in full: https://youtu.be/WjaMk1fSMvI?si=NMvXLCdKvoXlcxVs

14/07/2025

🎓 | Everyone at the School of Infection & Immunity sends our warmest congratulations to our Class of 2025 on their recent graduation.

Our Microbiology, Immunology, and Infection Biology cohorts graduated at a ceremony on Friday, 4 July 2025, and enjoyed a reception in the Sir Graeme Davies Building beforehand.

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