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Professor Toby Jenkins is a leading academic at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry and the Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies (CBio). His work intersects chemistry, biomedical engineering, and clinical practice, focusing on diagnosing and treating bacterial infections, particularly in wound management and medical device applications.
- Education:
- PhD in Electrochemistry, Corrosion (Newcastle University, 1998)
- BSc in Chemistry (Newcastle University, 1992)
Research interests emphasize point-of-care diagnostics, antimicrobial delivery systems, and novel therapeutic agents like bacteriophage and lysins. Collaborations include the burns team at the Royal Bristol Hospital for Children, where his group develops infection-detecting wound dressings.
Recent publications highlight innovations in fungal detection for diabetic ulcers, fluorescent sensors for superoxide in bacteria, and low-cost biosensors for maternal/neonatal infections. Projects funded by EPSRC and NIHR explore hydrogel-based antimicrobial devices, urease monitoring, and quality management systems in healthcare technologies.
The group comprises material scientists, engineers, chemists, and microbiologists, addressing real clinical challenges in chronic wounds, urinary tract infections, and device-related biofilms. Research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly health and well-being and climate action through sustainable medical solutions.
