John McKinney

John McKinney is a Full Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Life Sciences (SV) and the Global Health Institute (GHI). His research focuses on microbiology, microtechnology, and bacterial pathogenesis, particularly in understanding mechanisms of antibiotic resistance and bacterial persistence in Mycobacterium tuberculosis. He leads the McKinney Lab, which integrates experimental and technological approaches to study host-microbe interactions and develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

• Roles: Full Professor, Director of the McKinney Lab, and academic leader in microbiology and infectious diseases.
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Research interests include bacterial physiology, single-cell analysis, and the development of microfluidic tools for studying microbial behavior. His work bridges fundamental biology with translational applications in combating tuberculosis and other infectious diseases.

Publications span topics like antibiotic tolerance, bacterial morphogenesis, and high-resolution imaging techniques. He has supervised numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, contributing to advancements in microbial pathogenesis and drug discovery.

Grants and collaborations focus on tuberculosis research, with projects funded by international agencies. His lab collaborates with institutions worldwide, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to global health challenges.