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Dr Gary Sharples is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biosciences at Durham University, specializing in antimicrobial agents and bacterial genetics. He holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham and has conducted extensive research on bacterial genome rearrangements, antimicrobial surfaces, and metal chelation. His work bridges microbiology, chemistry, and materials science, with collaborations involving Procter & Gamble and LightOx Ltd. Key research areas include novel antimicrobial surfaces, photoactivatable agents, and mechanisms of bacterial resistance.
Education: BSc in Microbiology (Glasgow University), PhD in Bacterial Genetics (University of Nottingham).
Research Interests: His work focuses on unorthodox antimicrobial agents, particularly the role of metals in bacterial survival. Projects include analysis of clays, nanoparticles, and chelating agents. Recent studies investigate how metals like iron and zinc are targeted by antimicrobials, and the development of surfaces resistant to bacterial biofilms. His interdisciplinary approach integrates microbiology with material science to combat antibiotic resistance.
Publications: Recent articles highlight natural clay antibacterial mechanisms, photoactivatable compounds, and bioinspired surfaces. These studies emphasize practical applications in food safety and medical coatings. His work on metal chelators reveals critical pathways for bacterial adaptation.
Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellowship (1992–2000).
Supervision: Currently advising eight PhD students including Beth Hardman, Ella Finley, and Josh Wadsworth. Research teams focus on antimicrobial development and bacterial genetics.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with chemists and industry partners to develop innovative antimicrobial solutions. Active in interdisciplinary projects involving material design and bacterial pathogenesis.
