More than just a food fight: what it takes to succeed in a bacterial community
December 2025
An investigation carried out by the Foster lab sheds new light on life in diverse microbial communities. By capturing the interplay of nutrient competition and toxin warfare, the authors show what it takes to win against neighbouring bacterial strains – with important implications for antimicrobial resistance research.
2025 Pettenkofer Prize awarded to Teresa Thurston
November 2025
The award by the Pettenkofer Foundation recognised Teresa’s contributions to identifying how different bacterial effectors impact the outcome of infection.
Memories Collection Project
October 2025
Launching a new initiative that celebrates the discoveries, moments and people that marked our 100 years.
Alexander Borodavka appointed Associate Professor of Cell and Molecular Biology
October 2025
Dr. Borodavka’s recruitment further strengthens the department’s research on viral biology and infection.
Converting a kinase through molecular mimicry
October 2025
Published in EMBO Reports, a new study by the Thurston Group reveals how a small virulence protein from Salmonella called SteE, uses molecular mimicry to reprogramme host kinase specificity.
Prospective Graduate Students
Doing a PhD in Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease at the Dunn School is the best way to kick start your research career.
Memories Collection Project
As we look ahead to celebrating our Centenary, we are excited to launch our Memories Collection Project – an initiative to gather and share the stories, people, and moments that shaped the Dunn School over the past 100 years.
Our Research
We carry out world-leading research on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying human health and disease. We recruit the brightest minds and provide them with a supportive environment and the best facilities so that they can reach their full potential.