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Division of Infectious Diseases & International Health

The UVA Division of Infectious Diseases & International Health has a long tradition of excellence in research, patient care and education. Division faculty are extending the tradition into new frontiers of research, and training a new generation of physician-scientists to meet the challenges of infectious diseases in an increasingly “flat” global community.

Research is supported by more than $29 million in annual extramural funding in 8 departments and 4 divisions in the School of Medicine, including global health initiatives supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the NIH, and carried out with partners in countries around the world, among them Bangladesh, Brazil, Haiti, South Africa, Tanzania and Uganda.

DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE

Infectious Disease Fellowship Training Program

The University of Virginia's Division of Infectious Disease Fellowship Training Program program offers rigorous training and supervised experience with faculty members who have broad clinical and research expertise. Watch our video to learn more.

Fellowship Applications

The goal the division’s training programs is to prepare students and fellows as independent investigators in the field of infectious diseases. Our philosophy is that interactions between basic scientists and clinicians in research and during training are essential for the breakthroughs and discoveries needed in this field.

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Kate McManus

Congratulations to Kate McManus, one of three SOM faculty members honored with this achievement.

The University of Virginia honored faculty members for their research that shapes scholarship and impacts communities at the seventh annual Research Achievement Awards, held February 5 at the Rotunda. The ceremony spotlighted 14 faculty award winners whose research exemplifies excellence across disciplines.

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Dr. Patrick Jackson

Patrick Jackson, MD, Featured in National and International Media Outlets Discussing the Viruses He Will be Monitoring in 2026

Viruses are constantly evolving, and a warming, more densely populated planet is increasing human contact with a wider range of viruses. Dr. Jackson will be keeping an eye on several viruses that could be poised to cause infections in unexpected places or in unexpected numbers: Bird flu or avian influenza A, Mpox, and Oropouche virus.

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Dr. Costi Sifri

UVA Health University Medical Center has been awarded a $500,000 grant that will be used to increase its ability to respond to infectious disease outbreaks.

The grant, from the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center, will be used, among other things, to increase the center’s isolation room capacity. Funds will also go toward air-purifying respirators for the staff and technology to support the treatment and tracking of the diseases.

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Research in Motion - Eric Houpt, MD

“The main focus of my research is to develop molecular tools, think of it like a magnifying glass, that can really finely diagnose the cause of different infections. We apply this to lung diseases, childhood infections, and diarrheal diseases.” —Eric Houpt, MD

Center for Global Health Equity (CGHE)

CGHE works to support the development of global health leaders and global health capacity with partner institutions, organizations, faculty and students

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Message From the Office of the Chair – March 2026

Dear Friends and Colleagues, Spring may not be official yet, but after consulting the Vice Chairs, Division Administrators, and Division Chiefs, we’ve decided to claim it. However, if you happened…

Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Research and Educational Updates – March 2026

Message from Dr. Imre Noth Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine We continue to experience vibrant, exciting growth in pulmonary and critical care. There has truly been growth and…

Division of Endocrinology Research and Educational Updates – February 2026

Message from Dr. Suzanne Jan De Beur, Division Chief of Endocrinology and Metabolism It is an exciting and transformative time for the Division of Endocrinology at the University of Virginia…

Message From the Office of the Chair – February 2026

Dear Friends and Colleagues, February is here, which means budget season is officially upon us. While many of you were navigating snow-covered roads, rescheduled clinics, and the logistical gymnastics of…

Division of Infectious Diseases Research and Educational Updates – January 2026

Message from Division Chief, Eric Houpt MD, Division of Infectious Diseases and International Health Happy New Year! The Division of Infectious Diseases and International Health had a strong 2025, and…