Program Overview

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Overview

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

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