Microbiology (Biological Sciences) (Research)

Microbiology is a well-funded research area at Newcastle University. This creates a vibrant and dynamic environment for postgraduate study.

In biological sciences, our Applied and Environmental Microbiology group researches:

microbial biology in a range of habitats
discovery of natural products, eg antibiotics
reduction of food spoilage
production of biofuels, bioremediation of polluted environments
pathogens and host-pathogen interactions in a range of diseases. This includes those in plants and coral reefs