Department of Immunology

Immunology News

New Institute for Translational Immunology (ITI)!

Visit our new Institute for Translational Immunology (ITI) website! The mission of the Institute for Translational Immunology is to train the next generation of scientific leaders and advance translational immunological research through rigorous postdoctoral development within a formalized network of interdisciplinary, immunology-focused biomedical research centers.

UW Immunology Ranked #4 Globally

The UW Department of Immunology ranked #4 globally according to the latest U.S. News & World Report’s Best Global Universities rankings. University of Washington ranked #6 overall in the world, with many programs ranking in the top 10 – check out the detailed rankings for more information.


UW Immunology

The Department of Immunology is a biomedical research department at the University of Washington School of Medicine located in Seattle, Washington.

Our mission is to advance understanding of the function of the immune system in order to enhance our ability to fight infectious disease, cancer, and autoimmune disease. Basic research of all aspects of immunology is critical to this mission, as well as translational research to link our findings to the development of new therapies.

We hold diversity and inclusiveness as core values in our department and emphasize their importance throughout our research, education, and practice. We strive to create a climate that fosters belonging, respect, and value for all within our scientific community.

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