Presentation

As demonstrated by the 2019 health crisis, infectious diseases remain a major public health issue. From AIDS to COVID-19, from antibiotic resistance to tuberculosis and malaria, they continue to take a heavy toll on populations around the world, with the most vulnerable, physically and/or economically, bearing the most severe consequences. To respond effectively to these challenges and better anticipate future crises, a better understanding of the fundamental mechanisms is essential. Similarly, strengthening knowledge in microbiology and ensuring its dissemination represent a key lever for understanding public health emergencies and responding to them effectively and sustainably. This requires stronger structuring of the network of actors in microbiology, encouraging the sharing of resources and expertise, as well as strengthening collective reflection, particularly regarding communication with the general public.
The partnership between Université Paris Cité and the Institut Pasteur provides an exceptional framework to support this ambition. Given its size and its strong involvement in medical research, it enables the development of a structured exchange network focused on microbiology research, from its most fundamental aspects to the most clinical.

The Microb’UP institute is committed to student training and works closely with the BioSPC and MTCI doctoral schools, as well as with several graduate schools associated with the BMC master’s degree.