The Immunology and Molecular Pathogenesis (IMP) program offers exceptional interdisciplinary training in molecular and cellular immunology and the role of the immune system in the pathogenesis of infectious disease. The IMP program provides students with a unique opportunity to study all aspects of pathogenesis, ranging from basic immunology to the molecular biology of viral, bacterial, and protozoal pathogens. The research programs of the faculty members use a wide range of experimental approaches in immunobiology, molecular and cell biology, pathobiology, and genetics. In addition, a number of IMP faculty work at the interface between basic and applied research (i.e., translational research). All graduate degrees offered by the program in Immunology and Molecular Pathogenesis are granted by the Laney Graduate School and the Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences. The Dean of the Graduate School and the Director of the Division are assisted in the formulation of policy and the resolution of problems by faculty Executive Committees. In addition, a Divisional Student Advisory Committee consisting of students from each of the programs affords a way for student concerns to be raised and discussed.