About Us

The Department of Microbiology is chaired by Peter Palese, Ph.D., left, an expert on the H1N1 virus. Here, Dr. Palese meets with Adolfo Garcia-Sastre, PhD, Professor of Microbiology and Infectious Disease. Read More

News

Marijuana-Like Chemical May Prevent AIDS Progression 
March 20, 2012 - Mount Sinai researchers have discovered how marijuana receptors found on immune cells can influence the spread of the virus.

 

Young Immunology Researchers Receive Prestigious Grant For Outstanding Discoveries 
June 16, 2011 - Benjamin tenOever, PhD, and Julie Magarian Blander, PhD, each received a grant from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund for their pioneering work in the study of infectious diseases

 

2009 H1N1 Vaccine Protects Against 1918 Influenza Virus, Alleviating Bioterrorism Concerns 
June 15, 2010 - Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine have found that people vaccinated against H1N1 influenza may also be protected against 1918 Spanish influenza.

 
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MEET THE CHAIR

Peter Palese, PhD, is Professor and Chair of the Department of Microbiology. Dr. Palese is known for establishing the first genetic maps for influenza A, B, and C viruses. He is a recipient of the CDC’s Charles C. Shepard Science Award for excellence in science.  Read Me

Contact Us

Peter Palese, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair
Department of Microbiology
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Tel: 212-241-7318
Fax: 212-722-3634

Thomas M. Moran, Ph.D.
Program Director, Graduate Microbiology Training Program
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Tel: 212-241-7319 or 212-241-7318
Fax: 212-534-1684

Domenico Tortorella, Ph.D.
Program Director, Graduate Microbiology Training Program
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Tel: 212-241-7319 or 212-241-7318
Fax: 212-534-1684

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