Research interests
Professional background
Patient/population groups
Other: Infective endocarditis, atherosclerosis
Dental conditions
Other: Infective endocarditis, atherosclerosis
Intervention types
Other: Discovery science
Methodologies
Other: Discovery science
Research settings
Research experience
Research interests cover three main themes: 1) Molecular mechanisms by which Streptococcus bacteria colonize and cause disease through interactions with host tissues and other members of the oral microbiota, such as the fungus Candida albicans; 2) Links between oral bacteria and systemic infections, with a particular focus on cardiovascular disease; 3) Development of novel antimicrobial biomaterials for use in healthcare and other settings.
Research summary
Research interests cover three main themes: 1) Molecular mechanisms by which Streptococcus bacteria colonize and cause disease through interactions with host tissues and other members of the oral microbiota, such as the fungus Candida albicans; 2) Links between oral bacteria and systemic infections, with a particular focus on cardiovascular disease; 3) Development of novel antimicrobial biomaterials for use in healthcare and other settings.