Microbial Therapeutics and Infection Control Centre

Organisation profile

Research within this centre focuses on two main areas. Firstly, the isolation and characterisation of probiotic microorganisms and the determination of their therapeutic impacts on human health. Second, the evaluation, development and screening of disinfectants, biocidal products and antimicrobial agents aimed at the healthcare sector. Specific areas of interest include:

  • Isolation and characterisation of microbial polysaccharides
  • Cellular impact of probiotics
  • Probiotic food and drink
  • Probiotic microbiology
  • Infection control and disinfection

UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
  • SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action
  • SDG 14 - Life Below Water
  • SDG 15 - Life on Land

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