Edward Fox

Edward Fox is an Associate Professor in the Applied Sciences Department at Northumbria University, specializing in food microbiology and food safety. His research focuses on bacterial pathogens in food supply chains, including their ecology, genomics, and antimicrobial resistance. Key interests include improving food safety through molecular surveillance and developing novel biocontrol strategies.

Research interests span foodborne pathogens' global ecology, genomics of stress resistance mechanisms, and antimicrobial resistance in food systems. He also explores microbial food quality, particularly in dairy products. His work aligns with the One Health paradigm, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to food safety challenges.

Recent publications (2023–2025) highlight genomic analysis of Clostridium perfringens, microbial communities in food environments, and innovations like nanocoatings for wound healing. He has co-authored over 85 articles, with 2,696 citations.

Dr. Fox serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Food Protection. His research collaborations include studies on pathogen genomics, root nodule microbiota, and foodborne disease prevention strategies.