
Welcome Our New Department Chair
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Clayton Mathews as the new Chair of the Infectious Diseases and Immunology Department at the University of Florida effective September 1, 2024. Dr. Mathews brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished record of academic and professional achievements to our department.
About Dr. Mathews
Mathews completed his doctorate at the University of Georgia in 1997 in the field of foods and nutrition. After receiving his Ph.D., Mathews performed a postdoctoral fellowship at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Mathews is currently the Sebastian Family Professor for Diabetes Research and associate chair of the UF College of Medicine’s Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine. In addition, he is the director of the Center for Immunology and Transplantation and the Center for Cellular Reprogramming. In these capacities he has supported faculty research efforts across the University of Florida, including the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Vision and Goals
As Chair, Mathews aims to foster a collaborative and innovative environment within the department. They are committed to enhancing our academic programs, supporting faculty and student research, and strengthening our community partnerships.
We are excited about the future under Dr. Mathews leadership and look forward to the new opportunities and advancements that will arise. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Mathews to our community.
To learn more about Dr. Mathews please visit this online article UF Health diabetes researcher named department chair at College of Veterinary Medicine – UF Health