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Dr. Michael Mullen is a Lecturer in the Department of Bioveterinary and Microbial Sciences at the Faculty of Science and Health. His research bridges veterinary science, genomics, and immunology, with a focus on host-pathogen interactions in livestock species.
His research interests include:
- Veterinary Genomics
- Immunogenetics
- Host-Pathogen Interactions
- Bovine and Ovine Genetics
- Epigenetics in Immune Cells
- Population Genomics of Native Breeds
The recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding the genomic and epigenomic regulation of macrophage responses to mycobacterial infections, particularly in cattle and other mammals. His work also extends to genetic analysis of disease resistance traits in dairy cattle and conservation genomics of indigenous sheep breeds, contributing to sustainable agricultural development.
Scientific contributions include:
- Elucidating chromatin modifications in alveolar macrophages during Mycobacterium bovis infection
- Identifying genetic haplotypes influencing immune responses in cattle
- Conducting population genomics studies on native Irish sheep breeds
Dr. Mullen has not listed any formal advisees or grant funding in the available materials. He collaborates extensively with researchers in genomics and veterinary sciences, as evidenced by co-authorship on integrative studies involving transcriptomic, epigenomic, and population-level analyses.
