James Adams

Dr. James Adams is a Research Fellow in Equine Gut Inflammation at the University of Surrey's School of Veterinary Medicine. His work focuses on developing non-antibiotic strategies to combat avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) through trained immunity mechanisms in poultry. His research investigates Bacillus-derived antimicrobial compounds and their role in modulating gut microbiota.

Research Interests: Dr. Adams' studies explore the intersection of microbiology, immunology, and veterinary medicine. Key areas include microbial interactions in the gut, alternative antimicrobial strategies, and the application of trained immunity to enhance host defenses. His recent work highlights Bacillus species' potential in suppressing pathogens like Clostridioides difficile through lipopeptide-based micelles.

Publications: His work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, with notable contributions on Bacillus' role in colonization resistance and micelle-mediated drug delivery systems. These studies emphasize novel approaches to address antimicrobial resistance in both human and veterinary contexts.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at the University of Surrey and international partners to advance translational research in microbial ecology and immunomodulation.