Bronwen Connolly

Bronwen Connolly is a researcher specializing in critical care medicine and respiratory health, with a focus on post-acute sequelae of severe illnesses like COVID-19. Her work contributes to SDGs related to health and well-being (SDG 3) through studies on dyspnea management, immune responses, and quality improvement in intensive care units. She completed her PhD in 2014 on intensive care unit-acquired weakness under the supervision of Prof. Hart and Prof. Moxham.

Her research interests include systematic reviews of clinical practices, cohort analyses of post-hospitalization outcomes, and translational studies on immune aging. Notable contributions include collaborative efforts in the PHOSP-COVID Study, examining long-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Publications span immunology, respiratory medicine, and healthcare quality improvement, with recent work emphasizing pandemic-related healthcare challenges and recovery trajectories. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates clinical practice, epidemiology, and translational research to address critical care gaps.