Research in Molecular Microbiology

Molecular physiology

• Prof Simon Foster
• Prof Jeff Green
• Em Prof John Guest FRS
• Prof Dave Kelly
• Prof Anne Moir
• Prof Robert Poole
• Dr Stéphane Mesnage
• Dr Robert Fagan

Research themes in Molecular physiology

An understanding of the fundamental principles governing the life of bacteria provides a framework for new methods of control and exploitation.
Research examples : Stress resistance (metal ions, starvation etc.), differentiation, motility, aerobic/anaerobic switch, metabolism etc.

Research themes in Molecular pathogenicity

Infectious diseases are a major killer and cause of human suffering around the world. The epidemic spread of antibiotic resistance makes the development of novel drug targets and vaccines of crucial importance.
Research examples : Staphylococcus aureus (septicaemia), Campylobacter jejuni (food poisoning), Salmonella typhimurium (food poisoning) and Helicobacter pylori (ulcers).

Molecular pathogenicity

• Prof Simon Foster
• Prof Jeff Green
• Prof Dave Kelly
• Prof Robert Poole
• Dr Stéphane Mesnage
• Dr Robert Fagan

Environmental microbiology

• Dr Jim Gilmour
• Dr Milton Wainwright

Research themes in Environmental microbiology

Research into how micro-organisms survive, grow and interact in their natural environment is important for many areas of biotechnology.
Research examples : Bioremediation, life in extreme environments (high salt, poor nutrients).