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Professor Dave Kelly is a faculty member at the School of Biosciences, University of Sheffield, serving as Professor of Microbial Physiology since 1999. His research focuses on the molecular microbiology, physiology, and biochemistry of campylobacter jejuni, a major human pathogen, and the exploitation of phototrophic bacteria like Rhodopseudomonas palustris for renewable energy applications. He also investigates bacterial solute transport systems, including the novel TRAP transporters.
- Education: Ph.D. in Microbiology (1985) from the University of Warwick.
Research interests include:
- Understanding campylobacter jejuni's energy conservation mechanisms, oxidative stress resistance, and host colonization strategies.
- Dissecting lignin monomer transport and metabolism in Rhodopseudomonas palustris for hydrogen production.
- Elucidating the structure and function of TRAP transport systems across diverse bacterial species.
Recent publications highlight studies on respiratory chains in campylobacters, lignin-derived compound metabolism, and TRAP transporter mechanisms. His work bridges fundamental microbiology with applications in food safety, biotechnology, and renewable energy.
Teaching activities include coordinating modules MBB263 Microbiology 2 and MBB364 Microbiology Data Handling. Collaborations with Dr. Gavin H. Thomas (University of York) and Dr. John Rafferty (University of Sheffield) enhance his research.
