Nat Ring

Nat Ring is a Research Fellow at the Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh, affiliated with the Laboratory for Bacterial Evolution and Pathogenesis (LBEP) in the Division of Bacteriology. She joined the institute at the end of 2019 and focuses on developing computational methods for predicting antimicrobial resistance in canine infections without bacterial culture, leveraging nanopore sequencing technology.

Her academic background includes:

• PhD in Genomics/Bioinformatics from the University of Bath (2016-2019), researching Bordetella pertussis genome evolution using nanopore sequencing
• Postgraduate Diploma in Science Communication and Public Engagement from the University of Edinburgh (2016)
• Four years as a bioinformatician for the International Mouse Phenotyping Consortium at MRC Harwell (2012-2016)

Nat Ring's research expertise centers on genomics, bioinformatics, and sequencing technologies with specialized knowledge in nanopore applications. Her current work bridges veterinary medicine and computational biology to address antimicrobial resistance through rapid diagnostic development. Her dual expertise in technical genomics and science communication enables effective translation of complex research into practical applications and public understanding.

As a core member of the LBEP research group led by Prof. Ross J Fitzgerald, Nat Ring contributes to investigations of bacterial evolution and pathogenesis. Her position as a Research Fellow indicates active participation in funded research projects at the Roslin Institute, though specific grant details aren't provided in available materials. Her work represents a critical intersection of computational innovation and veterinary infectious disease research.