Molecular Microbiology: Biochemistry to Disease

We investigate the molecular and cellular basis of host-microbe interactions across diverse environments.

Avidocin - artist's impression
An antimicrobial nanomachine killing a C. difficile cell. The Avidocin-CD nanomachine has bound to the S-layer (green) on the cell surface and contracted to drive the harpoon-like nanotube core through the cell envelope, killing the bacterium.

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We study microorganisms, primarily bacteria, from diverse environments and investigate the mechanistic basis of their pathogenic or beneficial interaction with human and plant hosts.

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Research and impact

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Fighting bacteria with viruses: Important step to treating antibiotic resistant infections

New insights into a ‘friendly virus’ that could pave the way for cutting edge treatments for the potentially fatal superbug C.diff.
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MRSA's double defence against antibiotics

Scientists have discovered the mechanism which allows the superbug Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to become highly resistant to antibiotics, paving the way for new approaches to control infectious disease.

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PhD projects

We have a number of self funded PhD projects available for application. 

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Research, Partnerships & Innovation

Uniting academic experts from science with colleagues from the public and private sectors, to develop new products, processes and services. 

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