Biomedical Science MRes - Infection and Immunity

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With diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and malaria killing millions of people every year and recent outbreaks of Ebola and Zika devastating populations around the world, there is a pressing need to accelerate research into infectious diseases. This specialist pathway will equip you with a critical understanding of infection, immunity, and the cellular and molecular processes involved. 

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Biomedical scientists work at the cutting edge of research and medicine, helping to solve some of the most threatening diseases and conditions facing mankind. St George’s boasts a renowned heritage in this field, constantly developing new and innovative solutions to enhance diagnosis, prevention and treatment of numerous diseases. Edward Jenner, the ‘father of immunology’ who successfully performed the first vaccination against smallpox, was based at St George’s. More recently, our research has included a focus on tuberculosis, malaria and HIV in low and middle income countries.

This compelling course enables you to continue that pioneering work. It will provide you with the skills, knowledge and experience to build a rewarding career in biomedical science or to progress on to a fulfilling research degree such as a PhD. 

You can look forward to working directly alongside high-calibre researchers who are leading and respected experts in their fields. You will also learn numerous, valuable transferable skills including; critical appraisal, problem solving, research techniques, utilising large data, numeracy, and presenting skills.