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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
College of Natural Science
Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology

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Alex Wessel works at his bench. He's got long brown hair, glasses, and is wearing a lab coat and blue gloves. He's pipetting.
April 17, 2025
New research could change how scientists diagnose cholera
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microbiology
New research by Alex Wessel reveals that standard lab methods using TCBS agar might miss certain cholera strains.
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Dr. Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan stands between Drs. Steph Shames and Yu Zhang at a department party. She is wearing a burgundy v-neck shirt with a pearl necklace and glasses. She is smiling broadly at the camera.
April 17, 2025
In memoriam: Dr. Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan
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microbiology
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan, a cherished member of the Michigan State University community and a Professor in the Departments of Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology and Small Animal Clinical Sciences.
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April 9, 2025
MSU scientists discover new microbes in Earth’s deep soil
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microbiology
James Tiedje has discovered an entirely new phylum of microbe called CSP1-3 in the deep Critical Zone.
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This image shows Dr. Bob Brubaker sitting in front of cabinets and some type of equipment. He is wearing a button downs hirt and is smiling.
April 8, 2025
In memory of Robert 'Bob' Brubaker: A legacy of scientific discovery and mentorship
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microbiology
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of MGI Professor Emeritus Brubaker, a beloved husband, esteemed professor, and dedicated mentor.
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Christoph Adami sits for a formal portrait. He's wearing a black jacket and shirt. The background behind him is dark gray. He is smiling.
April 4, 2025
Christoph Adami honored with William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award
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microbiology
Adami is being recognized for significant contributions across multiple scientific fields including evolutionary biology, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence.
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Christopher Contag smiles at the camera. He is sitting for a formal portrait and is wearing a gray suit with black shirt. He has close-cut slightly graying hair and a very slight beard and mustache.
March 31, 2025
Christopher Contag inducted into the 2025 class of the AIMBE College of Fellows
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microbiology
Election to the AIMBE College of Fellows is comprised of the top two percent of medical and biological engineers.
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Latest News

Alex Wessel works at his bench. He's got long brown hair, glasses, and is wearing a lab coat and blue gloves. He's pipetting. April 17, 2025New research could change how scientists diagnose cholera
Dr. Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan stands between Drs. Steph Shames and Yu Zhang at a department party. She is wearing a burgundy v-neck shirt with a pearl necklace and glasses. She is smiling broadly at the camera. April 17, 2025In memoriam: Dr. Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan
This is a cartoon version April 9, 2025MSU scientists discover new microbes in Earth’s deep soil
This image shows Dr. Bob Brubaker sitting in front of cabinets and some type of equipment. He is wearing a button downs hirt and is smiling. April 8, 2025In memory of Robert 'Bob' Brubaker: A legacy of scientific discovery and mentorship