Julie Morrissey

Julie Morrissey is Professor and Director of Leicester Microbial Sciences and Infectious Disease Research Centre at the University of Leicester. Her research focuses on bacterial pathogenesis, antimicrobial resistance, and environmental impacts on infection.

Research examines Staphylococcus aureus adaptation to air pollution, microbiome dysbiosis in COPD, and novel antimicrobial strategies. Work bridges microbiology, environmental science, and clinical applications.