Prof Joanna Verran

Who am I?

I am a microbiologist. In my research, I study the interactions of microorganisms with surfaces such as food preparation surfaces, water pipes and dentures, mainly with a view to prevention of adhesion or colonisation. I work with surface engineers and other microbiologists to make and characterise novel surfaces, and then see their effect of the viability, attachment and removal of microorganisms.

I am really interested in science communication, and public engagement with science, and I design and deliver lots of different activities to inform and interest the public about microbiology, and to encourage participation and discussion. Students often help with these activities.

As Emeritus Professor, I retain interest and activity in laboratory-based research, and in research and practice in science communication.

Why do I teach?

I am a National Teaching Fellow and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. I received these awards because of my innovative teaching practices, encouraging students to use all of their skills, across disciplines, to help to understand and communicate their science. It is easier to explain something to someone else if you understand it yourself.

Academic and professional qualifications

BSc, MSc, PhD, Cert Ed (FE),

MA Creative Writing (2019)

National Teaching Fellow

Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology

Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Why study Microbiology, and Science Communication?

Undergraduate and postgraduate studies in microbiology:

Microorganisms are so important to our health, and that of the planet. New infectious diseases continue to emerge - we certainly haven't 'beaten' the bugs yet - and antimicrobial resistance (resistance of microorganisms, particularly bacteria, to antibiotics) is a growing global problem. However, we also rely on microorganisms to break down our sewage and other pollutants, in the production of foods such as bread, beer, dairy products and other fermented foods of global importance, and in the maintenance of our own health, with our gut microbiome being found to be increasingly important. Microorganisms are the most ancient, most versatile and most successful inhabitants of our planet. There is much to learn from them!

Undergraduate courses

Postgraduate supervision (completed/in progress)

I have supervised over 20 PhD students with some still in progress.

External examiner roles

I have been external examiner and assessor for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. I have been external examiner for over 50 PhD students within the UK and internationally.  

Research expertise

I have a significant expertise in microbiology research, in particular cross-disciplinary collaborations. I have worked with engineers, chemists, polymer technologists to study the interactions occurring between microorganisms and inert surfaces. These collaborations enable us to fabricate and characterise surfaces, and assess their interactions with microorganisms. Antimicrobial surfaces (eg photocatalytic and other antimicrobial coatings) need to be tested for their effectiveness at point of use. We have expertise and experience in a range of testing methods.

A particular area of applied expertise is in oral microbiology, where we investigate aspects of the pathogenicity of the yeast Candida albicans, and its association with denture stomatitis.

We have carried out exploration of different environments in which the microbial cell-surface interaction takes place. including water distribution systems, industrial pipework, fungal contamination of cine film. Our diverse expertise and collaborations enable us to offer advice and experimental project work in a range of areas.

Recently I have published a number of papers focusing on the evaluation of science communication activities, and the use of bookclubs to encourage science literacy. 

Academic collaborations

A long and successful career means that I have many collaborations within the UK and beyond. I have also worked closely with professional microbiology societies and FEMS (Federation of European Microbiology Societies).

Publications

• Books (authored/edited/special issues)

  A. Chambers, M. Iossifidis, J. Verran, L. Garforth (2025). Reading Science Fiction: Sociality, Publics and Pleasures. Palgrave.

• Journal articles

  AJ. Cunliffe, PD. Askew, I. Stephan, G. Iredale, P. Cosemans, et al. LM. Simmons, J. Verran, J. Redfern. (2021). How Do We Determine the Efficacy of an Antibacterial Surface? A Review of Standardised Antibacterial Material Testing Methods. Antibiotics. 10(9), pp.1069-1069.

  NS. Allen, M. Edge, G. Sandoval, J. Verran, F. Catalina, et al. C. Bygott, J. Kerrod. (2021). Research perspectives on the photocatalytic activity of titanium dioxide: Catalytic assessment methods in solution and solid-state in relation to particle surface activity. Polymer Degradation and Stability. 190,

  M. Amin, A. Preuss, T. Deisenroth, CM. Liauw, J. Verran, et al. KA. Whitehead. (2020). Use of spherical particles to understand conidial attachment to surfaces using atomic force microscopy. iScience. 24(1),

  J. Verran (2019). Mixed culture: encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration and communication to enhance learning. Annals of Microbiology. 69(10), pp.1107-1111.

  S. Malic (Angelou), E. Serra, J. Verran, LA. Hidalgo-Bastida, D. Williams (2018). Antifungal activity of commercial essential oils and biocides against Candida Albicans. Pathogens. 7(1),

  K. Carolan, J. Verran, M. Crossley, J. Redfern, N. Whitton, et al. M. Amos. (2018). Impact of educational interventions on adolescent attitudes and knowledge regarding vaccination: A pilot study. PLoS ONE. 13(1),

  J. Redfern, K. Goldyn, J. Verran, R. Retoux, L. Tosheva, et al. S. Mintova. (2017). Application of Cu-FAU nanozeolites for decontamination of surfaces soiled with the ESKAPE pathogens. Microporous and Mesoporous Materials. 253, pp.233-238.

  J. Redfern, J. Verran (2017). Effect of humidity and temperature on the survival of Listeria monocytogenes on surfaces. Letters in Applied Microbiology. 64(4), pp.276-282.

  J. Redfern, S. Illingworth, J. Verran (2016). What does the UK public want from academic science communication?. F1000Res. 5,

  J. Verran (2016). Microbiology comes to Harvey Nichols. Microbiology Today. 43(1), pp.38-39.

  J. Redfern, J. Verran (2015). What is a microbiologist? A survey exploring the microbiology workforce. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 362(24),

  O. Priha, M. Raulio, K. Cooke, L. Fisher, C. Hill, et al. S. Hylkinen, P. Kelly, P. Navabpour, S. Ostovarpour, K. Tapani, C. Tattershall, AK. Vehviläinen, J. Verran, E. Storgårds. (2015). Microbial populations on brewery filling hall surfaces - Progress towards functional coatings. Food Control. 55, pp.1-11.

  M. Di Lena, GM. Quero, E. Santovito, J. Verran, M. De Angelis, et al. V. Fusco. (2015). A selective medium for isolation and accurate enumeration of Lactobacillus casei-group members in probiotic milks and dairy products. International Dairy Journal. 47, pp.27-36.

  J. Redfern, J. Verran (2015). Learning the art of science. Biologist. 62(2),

  KA. Whitehead, S. Olivier, PS. Benson, N. Arneborg, J. Verran, et al. P. Kelly. (2015). The effect of surface properties of polycrystalline, single phase metal coatings on bacterial retention. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 197, pp.92-97.

  J. Redfern, D. Burdass, J. Verran (2015). Developing microbiological learning materials for schools: best practice. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 362(6),

  S. Belkhair, M. Kinninmonth, L. Fisher, B. Gasharova, CM. Liauw, et al. J. Verran, B. Mihailova, L. Tosheva. (2015). Silver zeolite-loaded silicone elastomers: A multidisciplinary approach to synthesis and antimicrobial assessment. RSC Advances. 5(51), pp.40932-40939.

  KA. Whitehead, PS. Benson, J. Verran (2015). Developing application and detection methods for Listeria monocytogenes and fish extract on open surfaces in order to optimize cleaning protocols. Food and Bioproducts Processing. 93, pp.224-233.

  J. Verran (2015). Outreach - The tale of the 13-week-old cheese and pickled egg sandwich. Microbiology Today. 42(4),

  P. Navabpour, S. Ostovarpour, J. Hampshire, P. Kelly, J. Verran, et al. K. Cooke. (2014). The effect of process parameters on the structure, photocatalytic and self-cleaning properties of TiO2 and Ag-TiO2 coatings deposited using reactive magnetron sputtering. Thin Solid Films. 571(P1), pp.75-83.

  S. Jackson, L. Coulthwaite, Z. Loewy, A. Scallan, J. Verran (2014). Biofilm development by blastospores and hyphae of Candida albicans on abraded denture acrylic resin surfaces. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 112(4), pp.988-993.

  PJ. Kelly, GT. West, M. Ratova, L. Fisher, S. Ostovarpour, et al. J. Verran. (2014). Structural formation and photocatalytic activity of magnetron sputtered titania and doped-titania coatings. Molecules. 19(10), pp.16327-16348.

  L. Fisher, S. Ostovapour, P. Kelly, KA. Whitehead, K. Cooke, et al. E. Storgårds, J. Verran. (2014). Molybdenum doped titanium dioxide photocatalytic coatings for use as hygienic surfaces: the effect of soiling on antimicrobial activity. Biofouling. 30(8), pp.911-919.

  B. Dong, S. Belkhair, M. Zaarour, L. Fisher, J. Verran, et al. L. Tosheva, R. Retoux, JP. Gilson, S. Mintova. (2014). Silver confined within zeolite EMT nanoparticles: Preparation and antibacterial properties. Nanoscale. 6(18), pp.10859-10864.

  J. Redfern, M. Kinninmonth, D. Burdass, J. Verran (2014). Using soxhlet ethanol extraction to produce and test plant material (essential oils) for their antimicrobial properties. J Microbiol Biol Educ. 15(1), pp.45-46.

  M. Kinninmonth, CM. Liauw, J. Verran, RL. Taylor, V. Edwards-Jones, et al. D. Shaw. (2014). Nano-layered inorganic-organic hybrid materials for the controlled delivery of antimicrobials. Macromolecular Symposia. 338(1), pp.36-44.

  L. Caballero, KA. Whitehead, NS. Allen, J. Verran (2014). Photocatalytic inactivation of Escherichia coli using doped titanium dioxide under fluorescent irradiation. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry. 276, pp.50-57.

  KA. Whitehead, PS. Benson, J. Verran (2014). Developing application and detection methods for Listeria monocytogenes and fish extract on open surfaces in order to optimize cleaning protocols. Food and Bioproducts Processing.

  J. Verran, S. Jackson, L. Coulthwaite, A. Scallan, Z. Loewy, et al. K. Whitehead. (2014). The effect of dentifrice abrasion on denture topography and the subsequent retention of microorganisms on abraded surfaces. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 112(6), pp.1513-1522.

  D. Wickens, S. Lynch, G. West, P. Kelly, J. Verran, et al. KA. Whitehead. (2014). Quantifying the pattern of microbial cell dispersion, density and clustering on surfaces of differing chemistries and topographies using multifractal analysis. Journal of Microbiological Methods. 104, pp.101-108.

  J. Redfern, D. Burdass, J. Verran (2013). Transforming a school learning exercise into a public engagement event: The Good, the Bad and the Algae. Journal of Biological Education. 47(4), pp.246-252.

  J. Redfern, D. Burdass, J. Verran (2013). Practical microbiology in schools: A survey of UK teachers. Trends in Microbiology. 21(11), pp.557-559.

  G. Bingley, J. Verran (2013). Counts of fungal spores released during inspection of mouldy cinematographic film and determination of the gelatinolytic activity of predominant isolates. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 84, pp.381-387.

  MA. Kinninmonth, CM. Liauw, J. Verran, R. Taylor, V. Edwards-Jones, et al. D. Shaw, M. Webb. (2013). Investigation into the suitability of layered silicates as adsorption media for essential oils using FTIR and GC-MS. Applied Clay Science. 83-84, pp.415-425.

  A. Skovager, K. Whitehead, D. Wickens, J. Verran, H. Ingmer, et al. N. Arneborg. (2013). A comparative study of fine polished stainless steel, TiN and TiN/Ag surfaces: Adhesion and attachment strength of Listeria monocytogenes as well as anti-listerial effect. Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces. 109, pp.190-196.

  J. Verran, M. Crossley, K. Carolan, N. Jacobs, M. Amos (2013). Monsters, microbiology and mathematics: the epidemiology of a zombie apocalypse. Journal of Biological Education.

  MA. Kinninmonth, CM. Liauw, J. Verran, R. Taylor, V. Edwards-Jones, et al. D. Shaw, M. Webb. (2013). Investigation into the suitability of layered silicates as adsorption media for essential oils using FTIR and GC-MS. Applied Clay Science.

  J. Sutula, LA. Coulthwaite, LV. Thomas, J. Verran (2013). The effect of a commercial probiotic drink containing Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota on oral health in healthy dentate people. Microb Ecol Health Dis. 24,

  J. Redfern, D. Burdass, J. Verran (2013). Transforming a school learning exercise into a public engagement event: 'The Good, the Bad and The Algae'. Journal of Biological Education.

  J. Verran (2013). The bad bugs book club: science, literacy, and engagement. J Microbiol Biol Educ. 14(1), pp.110-112.

  DJ. Wickens, G. West, PJ. Kelly, J. Verran, S. Lynch, et al. KA. Whitehead. (2012). Antimicrobial activity of nanocomposite zirconium nitride/silver coatings to combat external bone fixation pin infections. Int J Artif Organs. 35(10), pp.817-825.

  L. Tosheva, A. Brockbank, B. Mihailova, J. Sutula, J. Ludwig, et al. H. Potgieter, J. Verran. (2012). Micron- and nanosized FAU-type zeolites from fly ash for antibacterial applications. Journal of Materials Chemistry. 22(33), pp.16897-16905.

  A. Skovager, K. Whitehead, H. Siegumfeldt, H. Ingmer, J. Verran, et al. N. Arneborg. (2012). Influence of flow direction and flow rate on the initial adhesion of seven Listeria monocytogenes strains to fine polished stainless steel. Int J Food Microbiol. 157(2), pp.174-181.

  KA. Whitehead, P. Benson, LA. Smith, J. Verran (2012). Erratum to The use of physicochemical methods to detect organic food soils on stainless steel surfaces. Biofouling. 28(8),

  J. Sutula, L. Coulthwaite, J. Verran (2012). Culture media for differential isolation of Lactobacillus casei Shirota from oral samples. J Microbiol Methods. 90(1), pp.65-71.

  GD. Bingley, J. Verran, LJ. Munro, CE. Banks (2012). Identification of microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOCs) emitted from fungal isolates found on cinematographic film. Analytical Methods. 4(5), pp.1265-1271.

  J. Szlavik, DS. Paiva, N. Mørk, F. van den Berg, J. Verran, et al. K. Whitehead, S. Knøchel, DS. Nielsen. (2012). Initial adhesion of Listeria monocytogenes to solid surfaces under liquid flow. Int J Food Microbiol. 152(3), pp.181-188.

  J. Sutula, L. Coulthwaite, L. Thomas, J. Verran (2012). The effect of a commercial probiotic drink on oral microbiota in healthy complete denture wearers. Microb Ecol Health Dis. 23,

  J. Verran (2012). The microbial contamination of mobile communication devices. J Microbiol Biol Educ. 13(1), pp.59-61.

  KA. Whitehead, P. Benson, LA. Smith, J. Verran (2012). The use of physicochemical methods to detect organic food soils on stainless steel surfaces (vol 25, pg 749, 2009). BIOFOULING. 28(8), pp.879-879.

  G. Bingley, J. Verran (2012). Counts of fungal spores released during inspection of mouldy cinematographic film and determination of the gelatinolytic activity of predominant isolates. International Biodeterioration Biodegradation.

  KA. Whitehead, H. Li, PJ. Kelly, J. Verran (2011). The antimicrobial properties of titanium nitride/silver nanocomposite coatings. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology. 25(17), pp.2299-2315.

  KA. Whitehead, PS. Benson, J. Verran (2011). The detection of food soils on stainless steel using energy dispersive X-ray and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Biofouling. 27(8), pp.907-917.

  PJ. Kelly, KA. Whitehead, H. Li, J. Verran, RD. Arnell (2011). The influence of silver content on the tribological and antimicrobial properties of ZrN/Ag nanocomposite coatings. J Nanosci Nanotechnol. 11(6), pp.5383-5387.

  M. Jakobsen, J. Verran, L. Jacxsens, B. Biavati, J. Rovira, et al. L. Cocolin. (2011). Understanding and monitoring pathogen behaviour in the food chain. pp.73-87.

  KA. Whitehead, T. Deisenroth, A. Preuss, CM. Liauw, J. Verran (2011). The effect of surface properties on the strength of attachment of fungal spores using AFM perpendicular force measurements. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces. 82(2), pp.483-489.

  J. Verran, . J.redfern, LA. Smith, KA. Whitehead (2010). A critical evaluation of sampling methods used for assessing microorganisms on surfaces. Food and Bioproducts Processing. 88(4), pp.335-340.

  PJ. Kelly, H. Li, PS. Benson, KA. Whitehead, J. Verran, et al. RD. Arnell, I. Iordanova. (2010). Comparison of the tribological and antimicrobial properties of CrN/Ag, ZrN/Ag, TiN/Ag, and TiN/Cu nanocomposite coatings. Surface and Coatings Technology. 205(5), pp.1606-1610.

  J. Verran (2010). Going public. Microbiology Today. 37(4), pp.248-249.

  J. Verran, A. Packer, PJ. Kelly, KA. Whitehead (2010). Use of the atomic force microscope to determine the strength of bacterial attachment to grooved surface features. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology. 24(13-14), pp.2271-2285.

  KA. Whitehead, LA. Smith, J. Verran (2010). The detection and influence of food soils on microorganisms on stainless steel using scanning electron microscopy and epifluorescence microscopy. Int J Food Microbiol. 141 Suppl 1, pp.S125-S133.

  J. Verran, A. Packer, P. Kelly, KA. Whitehead (2010). Titanium-coating of stainless steel as an aid to improved cleanability. Int J Food Microbiol. 141 Suppl 1, pp.S134-S139.

  L. Caballero, KA. Whitehead, NS. Allen, J. Verran (2010). Photoinactivation of Escherichia coli on acrylic paint formulations using fluorescent light. Dyes and Pigments. 86(1), pp.56-62.

  J. Verran, A. Packer, P. Kelly, KA. Whitehead (2010). The retention of bacteria on hygienic surfaces presenting scratches of microbial dimensions. Lett Appl Microbiol. 50(3), pp.258-263.

  J. Verran (2010). Encouraging creativity and employability skills in undergraduate microbiologists. Trends Microbiol. 18(2), pp.56-58.

  J. Verran, L. Setterington (2010). A stitch in time saves lives-raising awarness of HIV and AIDS. Microbiology Today. 37(1), pp.54-56.

  O. Hauck, N. Allen, GC. Lees, H. Rowe, J. Verran (2010). Preliminary Studies into Wash-Fast Antimicrobial Treatments of Polyester. pp.122-125.

  K. Whitehead, P. Kelly, H. Li, J. Verran (2010). Surface topography and physicochemistry of silver containing titanium nitride nanocomposite coatings. Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology B. 28(1), pp.180-187.

  J. Verran (2010). Antimicrobial surfaces: Addressing the intended application. Chimica Oggi. 28(1), pp.36-38.

  G. Rodger, RL. Taylor, GJ. Pearson, J. Verran (2010). In vitro colonization of an experimental silicone by Candida albicans. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater. 92(1), pp.226-235.

  PJ. Kelly, H. Li, KA. Whitehead, J. Verran, RD. Arnell, et al. I. Iordanova. (2009). A study of the antimicrobial and tribological properties of TiN/Ag nanocomposite coatings. Surface and Coatings Technology. 204(6-7), pp.1137-1140.

  KA. Whitehead, P. Benson, LA. Smith, J. Verran (2009). The use of physicochemical methods to detect organic food soils on stainless steel surfaces. Biofouling. 25(8), pp.749-756.

  L. Coulthwaite, IA. Pretty, PW. Smith, SM. Higham, J. Verran (2009). QLF is not readily suitable for in vivo denture plaque assessment. J Dent. 37(11), pp.898-901.

  J. Verran (2009). Foreword from the President of the International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Society. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 63(7),

  KA. Whitehead, P. Benson, J. Verran (2009). Differential fluorescent staining of Listeria monocytogenes and a whey food soil for quantitative analysis of surface hygiene. Int J Food Microbiol. 135(1), pp.75-80.

  L. Coulthwaite, J. Verran (2009). Evaluation of in vivo denture plaque assessment methods. Br Dent J. 207(6),

  L. Coulthwaite, J. Verran (2009). Summary of: Evaluation of in vivo denture plaque assessment methods. BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL. 207(6), pp.282-283.

  RR. Brady, C. McDermott, AP. Fraise, J. Verran, AP. Gibb (2009). Healthcare workers' mobile phones are rarely contaminated by MRSA in the non-clinical environment. J Hosp Infect. 72(4), pp.373-374.

  RRW. Brady, J. Verran, NN. Damani, AP. Gibb (2009). Review of mobile communication devices as potential reservoirs of nosocomial pathogens. J Hosp Infect. 71(4), pp.295-300.

  L. Caballero, KA. Whitehead, NS. Allen, J. Verran (2009). Inactivation of Escherichia coli on immobilized TiO2 using fluorescent light. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry. 202(2-3), pp.92-98.

  KA. Whitehead, LA. Smith, J. Verran (2008). The detection of food soils and cells on stainless steel using industrial methods: UV illumination and ATP bioluminescence. Int J Food Microbiol. 127(1-2), pp.121-128.

  NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. Verran, J. Stratton, J. Maltby, et al. C. Bygott. (2008). Photocatalytic titania based surfaces: Environmental benefits. Polymer Degradation and Stability. 93(9), pp.1632-1646.

  CR. Arciola, N. Balaban, L. Baldassarri, K. Fromm, GM. Hansch, et al. U. Obst, E. Presterl, S. Stefani, J. Verran, L. Visai. (2008). Combating implant infections. Remarks by a women's team. Int J Artif Organs. 31(9), pp.858-864.

  RL. Taylor, K. Bulad, J. Verran, JF. McCord (2008). Colonization and deterioration of soft denture lining materials in vivo. Eur J Prosthodont Restor Dent. 16(2), pp.50-55.

  J. Verran, P. Airey, A. Packer, KA. Whitehead (2008). Chapter 8 Microbial Retention on Open Food Contact Surfaces and Implications for Food Contamination. Advances in Applied Microbiology. 64, pp.223-246.

  L. Coulthwaite, J. Verran (2008). Development of an in vitro denture plaque biofilm to model denture malodour. J Breath Res. 2(1),

  P. Airey, J. Verran (2007). Potential use of copper as a hygienic surface; problems associated with cumulative soiling and cleaning. J Hosp Infect. 67(3), pp.271-277.

  AL. Doran, J. Verran (2007). A clinical study on the effect of the prebiotic inulin in the control of oral malodour. Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease. 19(3), pp.158-163.

  AL. Doran, J. Greenman, J. Verran (2007). A clinical study on the antimicrobial and breath-freshening effect of zinc-containing lozenge formulations. Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease. 19(3), pp.164-170.

  KA. Whitehead, J. Verran (2007). The effect of surface properties and application method on the retention of Pseudomonas aeruginosa on uncoated and titanium-coated stainless steel. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 60(2), pp.74-80.

  J. Verran (2007). Handbags and gladrags. Microbiology Today. 34(1), pp.38-39.

  P. Airey, J. Verran, A. McMahon (2007). Erratum: Monitoring substratum hygiene using an everyday complex organic soil: The human fingerprint (Food and bioproducts processing (2006) vol. 85 (C4) (359-365)). Food and Bioproducts Processing. 85(3 C),

  J. Verran, G. Sandoval, NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. Stratton (2007). Variables affecting the antibacterial properties of nano and pigmentary titania particles in suspension. Dyes and Pigments. 73(3), pp.298-304.

  L. Coulthwaite, J. Verran (2007). Potential pathogenic aspects of denture plaque. Br J Biomed Sci. 64(4), pp.180-189.

  KA. Whitehead, D. Rogers, J. Colligon, C. Wright, J. Verran (2006). Use of the atomic force microscope to determine the effect of substratum surface topography on the ease of bacterial removal. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces. 51(1), pp.44-53.

  J. Verran, KA. Whitehead (2006). Assessment of organic materials and microbial components on hygienic surfaces. Food and Bioproducts Processing. 84(4 C), pp.260-264.

  P. Airey, J. Verran, A. McMahon (2006). Monitoring substratum hygiene using an everyday complex organic soil: The human fingerprint. Food and Bioproducts Processing. 84(4 C), pp.359-365.

  L. Coulthwaite, IA. Pretty, PW. Smith, SM. Higham, J. Verran (2006). The microbiological origin of fluorescence observed in plaque on dentures during QLF analysis. Caries Res. 40(2), pp.112-116.

  KA. Whitehead, J. Verran (2006). The effect of surface topography on the retention of microorganisms. Food and Bioproducts Processing. 84(4 C), pp.253-259.

  J. Verran, K. Whitehead (2005). Factors affecting microbial adhesion to stainless steel and other materials used in medical devices. Int J Artif Organs. 28(11), pp.1138-1145.

  L. Coulthwaite, DM. Graham, P. Dawson, IA. Pretty, PW. Smith, et al. SM. Higham, J. Verran. (2005). Erratum: Porphyrin fluorescence of plaque microorganisms during quantitative light-induced fluorescence analysis (Caries Research 39:4). Caries Research. 39(5),

  L. Coulthwaite, K. Bayley, C. Liauw, G. Craig, J. Verran (2005). The effect of free and encapsulated OIT on the biodeterioration of plasticised PVC during burial in soil for 20 months. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 56(2), pp.86-93.

  CL. Price, DW. Williams, MGJ. Waters, L. Coulthwaite, J. Verran, et al. RL. Taylor, D. Stickler, MAO. Lewis. (2005). Reduced adherence of Candida to silane-treated silicone rubber. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater. 74(1), pp.481-487.

  KA. Whitehead, J. Colligon, J. Verran (2005). Retention of microbial cells in substratum surface features of micrometer and sub-micrometer dimensions. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces. 41(2-3), pp.129-138.

  L. Coulthwaite, DM. Graham, P. Dawson, LA. Pretty, PW. Smith, et al. SM. Higham, J. Verran. (2005). Porphyrin fluorescence of plaque microorganisms during quantitative light-induced fluorescence analysis (vol 39, 2005). CARIES RESEARCH. 39(5), pp.436-436.

  NS. Allen, M. Edge, G. Sandoval, J. Verran, J. Stratton, et al. J. Maltby. (2005). Photocatalytic coatings for environmental applications. Photochem Photobiol. 81(2), pp.279-290.

  KA. Whitehead, JS. Colligon, J. Verran (2004). The production of surfaces of defined topography and chemistry for microbial retention studies, using ion beam sputtering technology. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 54(2-3), pp.143-151.

  J. Verran, P. Askew, I. Stephan (2004). 'Life after last orders': microbiology as a career. JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL EDUCATION. 38(4), pp.194-195.

  J. Verran, JF. McCord, C. Maryan, RL. Taylor (2004). Microbiological hazard analysis in dental technology laboratories. Eur J Prosthodont Restor Dent. 12(3), pp.115-120.

  CA. Smith, M. Venning, J. Verran (2004). Use of novel culture media to indicate alkaligenic properties of dental plaque. Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease. 16(1), pp.44-50.

  N. Baker, J. Verran (2004). The future of microbiology laboratory classes--wet, dry or in combination?. Nat Rev Microbiol. 2(4), pp.338-342.

  K. Bulad, RL. Taylor, J. Verran, JF. McCord (2004). Colonization and penetration of denture soft lining materials by Candida albicans. Dent Mater. 20(2), pp.167-175.

  A. Doran, S. Kneist, J. Verran (2004). Ecological Control: In Vitro Inhibition of Anaerobic Bacteria by Oral Streptococci. Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease. 16(1), pp.23-27.

  NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Ortega, G. Sandoval, CM. Liauw, et al. J. Verran, J. Stratton, RB. McIntyre. (2004). Degradation and stabilisation of polymers and coatings: Nano versus pigmentary titania particles. Polymer Degradation and Stability. 85(3 SPEC. ISS.), pp.927-946.

  CA. Smith, SM. Higham, PW. Smith, J. Verran (2004). The effect of chewing urea-containing gum on plaque acidogenic and alkaligenic parameters. Caries Res. 38(2), pp.124-129.

  J. Verran, CA. Smith, PW. Smith, SM. Higham (2003). Th effects of chewing urea-containing gum on plaque alkalinogenicity and enamel remineralization. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 82, pp.B243-B243.

  J. Verran, DL. Rowe, RD. Boyd (2003). Visualization and measurement of nanometer dimension surface features using dental impression materials and atomic force microscopy. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 51(3), pp.221-228.

  AZ. Mahmoudabadi, V. Boote, J. Verran, E. Johnson, DB. Drucker (2003). Phospholipid molecular species distributions of Candida isolates from the UK and Iran. J Appl Microbiol. 95(4), pp.883-889.

  J. Verran, RD. Boyd, KE. Hall, R. West (2002). The detection of microorganisms and organic material on stainless steel food contact surfaces. Biofouling. 18(3), pp.167-176.

  RD. Boyd, J. Verran, MV. Jones, M. Bhakoo (2002). Use of the atomic force microscope to determine the effect of substratum surface topography on bacterial adhesion. Langmuir. 18(6), pp.2343-2346.

  J. Verran (2002). Biofouling in food processing: Biofilm or biotransfer potential?. Food and Bioproducts Processing: Transactions of the Institution of of Chemical Engineers, Part C. 80(4), pp.292-298.

  J. Verran, RD. Boyd, K. Hall, RH. West (2001). Microbiological and chemical analyses of stainless steel and ceramics subjected to repeated soiling and cleaning treatments. J Food Prot. 64(9), pp.1377-1387.

  J. Verran, DL. Rowe, RD. Boyd (2001). The effect of nanometer dimension topographical features on the hygienic status of stainless steel. J Food Prot. 64(8), pp.1183-1187.

  RD. Boyd, J. Verran, KE. Hall, C. Underhill, S. Hibbert, et al. R. West. (2001). Cleanability of stainless steel as determined by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Applied Surface Science. 172(1-2), pp.135-143.

  J. Verran, RD. Boyd (2001). The relationship between substratum surface roughness and microbiological and organic soiling: A review. Biofouling. 17(1), pp.59-71.

  RD. Boyd, D. Cole, D. Rowe, J. Verran, AJ. Paul, et al. RH. West. (2001). Cleanability of soiled stainless steel as studied by atomic force microscopy and time of flight secondary ion mass spectrometry. J Food Prot. 64(1), pp.87-93.

  J. Verran, DL. Rowe, D. Cole, RD. Boyd (2000). The use of the atomic force microscope to visualise and measure wear of food contact surfaces. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation. 46(2), pp.99-105.

  CA. Smith, J. Verran (2000). Properties of plaque taken from patients with renal impairment. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 79(5), pp.1190-1190.

  RD. Boyd, D. Cole, D. Rowe, J. Verran, SJ. Coultas, et al. AJ. Paul, RH. West, DT. Goddard. (2000). Surface characterization of glass and poly(methyl methacrylate) soiled with a mixture of fat, oil, and starch. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology. 14(9), pp.1195-1207.

  IR. Beadle, J. Verran (1999). The survival and growth of an environmental Klebsiella isolate in detergent solutions. J Appl Microbiol. 87(5), pp.764-769.

  DL. Rowe, RD. Boyd, D. Cole, J. Verran (1999). Determination of the resolving potential of impression materials, using atomic force microscopy. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 78(5), pp.1071-1071.

  CA. Smith, J. Verran (1999). The development of media for determination of plaque alkalinogenicity. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 78(5), pp.1069-1069.

  J. Verran, T. Sharlott, C. Maryan, RL. Taylor (1999). Microbiological hazard analysis in dental technology laboratories. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 78(5), pp.1039-1039.

  R. Taylor, C. Maryan, J. Verran (1998). Retention of oral microorganisms on cobalt-chromium alloy and dental acrylic resin with different surface finishes. J Prosthet Dent. 80(5), pp.592-597.

  C. Smith, J. Verran (1998). The effect of urea containing chewing gum on plaque acidogenicity. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 77, pp.984-984.

  J. Verran, IR. Beadle, T. Hissett, CL. Jones (1998). A simple in vitro system for the study of biofilm. Biofouling. 13(2), pp.107-123.

  RL. Taylor, J. Verran, GC. Lees, AJ. Ward (1998). The influence of substratum topography on bacterial adhesion to polymethyl methacrylate. J Mater Sci Mater Med. 9(1), pp.17-22.

  RL. Taylor, MD. Willcox, TJ. Williams, J. Verran (1998). Modulation of bacterial adhesion to hydrogel contact lenses by albumin. Optom Vis Sci. 75(1), pp.23-29.

  RL. Taylor, C. Maryan, J. Verran (1997). Retention of micro-organisms on dental materials with differing surface topography. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 76(5), pp.1076-1076.

  K. Hammond, GK. Watson, E. Huntington, SJ. Raven, J. Verran, et al. A. LeahyGilmartin. (1997). Microbial contamination of toothbrushes: Effect of usage period. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 76, pp.3390-3390.

  J. Verran, A. LeahyGilmartin, GK. Watson, K. Hammond, E. Huntington, et al. SJ. Raven. (1997). Microbial contamination of toothbrushes during an in-home trial. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 76, pp.3391-3391.

  J. Verran, B. Brintnell, N. Brownrigg, R. Garcia, A. Green (1997). The body game: Developed by undergraduates for key stage 2 national curriculum science. Journal of Biological Education. 31(3), pp.181-184.

  J. Verran, C. Winder, JF. McCord, CJ. Maryan (1997). Pumice slurry as a crossinfection hazard in nonclinical (teaching) dental technology laboratories. Int J Prosthodont. 10(3), pp.283-286.

  J. VERRAN (1997). Retention of Candida albicans on acrylic resin and silicone of different surface topography. J Prosthet Dent. 77, pp.535-539.

  J. Verran, RL. Taylor, GC. Lees (1996). Bacterial adhesion to inert thermoplastic surfaces. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine. 7(10), pp.597-601.

  J. Verran, C. Winder, C. Maryan, JF. McCord (1996). Pumice slurry as a cross infection hazard in teaching-only dental technology laboratories. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 75(5), pp.1158-1158.

  J. Verran, B. Moran, JF. McCord (1996). Dental impression materials as a cross infection hazard in dental technology laboratories. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 75(5), pp.1184-1184.

  J. Verran, AA. Leahy-Gilmartin (1996). Investigations into the microbial contamination of toothbrushes. Microbios. 85(345), pp.231-238.

  J. Verran, S. Kossar, JF. McCord (1996). Microbiological study of selected risk areas in dental technology laboratories. J Dent. 24(1-2), pp.77-80.

  J. VERRAN, S. KOSSER, JF. MCCORD (1995). A MICROBIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF RISK AREAS IN DENTAL TECHNOLOGY LABORATORIES. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 74(3), pp.840-840.

  J. VERRAN, C. MARYAN (1995). ADHESION OF CANDIDA TO ACRYLIC AND SILICONE OF DIFFERENT SURFACE-TOPOGRAPHY. JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. 74(3), pp.880-880.

  J. Verran, R. Taylor, NSJ. Christopher, JS. Robinson (1995). Comments on the routine testing of water samples for Legionella sp. Water Research. 29(6), pp.1595-1598.

  J. Verran, JFD. Stott, SL. Quarmby, M. Bedwell (1995). Detection, cultivation and maintenance of Gallionella in laboratory microcosms. Letters in Applied Microbiology. 20(6), pp.341-344.

  J. VERRAN, RL. TAYLOR, GC. LEES (1994). THE USE OF IMAGE-ANALYSIS TO QUANTIFY MICROORGANISMS ADHERENT ON SURFACES. BINARY-COMPUTING IN MICROBIOLOGY. 6(2), pp.55-57.

  J. Verran (1994). Group projects for part time students. Biochemical Education. 22(1), pp.13-13.

  J. VERRAN (1993). POSTER DESIGN BY MICROBIOLOGY STUDENTS. JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL EDUCATION. 27(4), pp.291-294.

  J. Verran (1992). A student-centred learning project: the production of leaflets for ‘live’ clients. Journal of Biological Education. 26(2), pp.135-138.

  J. Verran (1992). The Use of Video in Transferable Skills Education for Biology Students I. Production of Pilot Videos. Journal of Further and Higher Education. 16(1), pp.96-102.

  J. Verran (1992). The Use of Video in Transferable Skills Education for Biology Students II. Production of Video of ‘Professional’ Quality. Journal of Further and Higher Education. 16(1), pp.103-109.

  J. Verran, G. Lees, AP. Shakespeare (1991). The effect of surface roughness on the adhesion ofCandida albicansto acrylic. Biofouling. 3(3), pp.183-191.

  J. VERRAN (1991). Dental plaque – associated infections and antibacterial oral hygiene products. International Journal of Cosmetic Science. 13(1), pp.29-42.

  J. Verran, AP. Shakespeare, MDP. Willcox, KW. Knox (1991). The Effect of pH on Adhesion and Hyphal Formation by Strains ofCandida albicans. Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease. 4(2), pp.73-80.

  AP. Shakespeare, J. Verran (1988). The use of automated image analysis for rapid measurement of the in vitro attachment of Candida albicans to transparent acrylic. Letters in Applied Microbiology. 6(4), pp.79-83.

  J. Verran (1988). Preliminary Studies on Denture Plaque Microbiology and Acidogenicity. Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease. 1(1), pp.51-55.

  J. Verran, KL. Motteram (1987). The effect of adherent oral streptococci on the subsequent adherence of Candida albicans to acrylic in vitro. J Dent. 15(2), pp.73-76.

  J. Verran, MD. Rocliffe (1986). Feasibility of using automatic image analysis for measuring dental plaque in situ. J Dent. 14(1), pp.11-13.

  EW. Sharp, J. Verran (1985). Denture cleansers and in vitro plaque. J Prosthet Dent. 53(4), pp.584-585.

  W. Graves, J. Verran (1984). Effect of dextranase and protease enzymes on aggregation of Streptococcus mutans: colorimetric and electron microscopic studies. Microbios. 40(161-162), pp.145-152.

  J. Verran, DB. Drucker (1982). Effects of two potential sucrose-substitute sweetening agents on deposition of an oral streptococcus on glass in the presence of sucrose. Arch Oral Biol. 27(8), pp.693-695.

  J. Verran, DB. Drucker, CJ. Taylor (1980). Feasibility of using automatic image-analysis for measuring deposition of Streptococcus mutans onto glass, in terms of percentage coverage and mean clump size. Microbios. 29(117-118), pp.161-169.

  DB. Drucker, J. Verran (1979). Comparative effects of the substance-sweeteners glucose, sorbitol, sucrose, xylitol and trichlorosucrose on lowering of pH by two oral Streptococcus mutans strains in vitro. Arch Oral Biol. 24(12), pp.965-970.

  DB. Drucker, J. Verran, RM. Green (1979). Potential anticariogenic properties of trichlorosucrose. Journal of Dental Research. 58(Spec. C),

  DB. Drucker, J. Verran (1977). Uptake of ¹⁴C-labelled xylitol, sorbitol and sucrose by plaque streptococci. Journal of Dental Research. 56(D),

• Chapters in books

  J. Verran (2019). The Use of a Bookclub to Enhance Science Literacy and Understanding of Infectious Disease Epidemiology. In: Professional Education with Fiction Media: Imagination for Engagement and Empathy in Learning. pp.129-158.

  J. Verran, J. Redfern (2016). Testing Surface Cleanability in Food Processing. H. Lelieveld, J. Holah, D. Gabric. In: Handbook of Hygiene Control in the Food Industry. Woodhead Publishing,

  H. Sein, C. Maryan, A. Jones, J. Verran, N. Ali, et al. IU. Hassan, C. Rego, W. Ahmed, MJ. Jackson. (2016). Nanocrystalline diamond: Deposition routes and clinical applications. In: Surgical Tools and Medical Devices, Second Edition. pp.225-248.

  H. Sein, C. Maryan, A. Jones, J. Verran, N. Ali, et al. IU. Hassan, C. Rego, W. Ahmed, MJ. Jackson. (2016). Diamond surgical tools. In: Surgical Tools and Medical Devices, Second Edition. pp.149-194.

  H. Sein, C. Maryan, A. Jones, J. Verran, N. Ali, et al. IU. Hassan, C. Rego, W. Ahmed, MJ. Jackson. (2016). Dental Tool Technology. In: Surgical Tools and Medical Devices. Springer International Publishing, pp.195-224.

  J. Verran (2013). Mixed cultures: microbiology, art and literature. In: For the Love of Learning: Innovations from Outstanding University Teachers. pp.21-28.

  M. Amos, A. Calow, N. Jacobs, HY. Jung, P. Linton, et al. J. Verran. (2012). Manchester DIYbio. In Bowater, L. & Yeoman, K., Science Communication: A Practical Guide for Scientists. In: Science Communication A Practical Guide for Scientists. John Wiley & Sons,

  J. Verran, A. Packer, PJ. Kelly, KA. Whitehead (2011). Use of the atomic force microscope to determine the strength of bacterial attachment to grooved surface features. A. Carre. In: Surface and Interfacial Aspects of Cell Adhesion. Leiden: Koninklijke Brill NV, pp.225-239.

  KA. Whitehead, J. Verran (2008). The effect of substratum properties on the survival of attached microorganisms on inert surfaces. H-C. Flemming, PS. Murthy, R. Venkatesan, KE. Cooksey. In: Marine and Industrial Biofouling. Springer,

  J. Verran, P. Airey, A. Packer, KA. Whitehead (2008). Microbial retention on open food contact surfaces and implications for food contamination. pp.223-246.

  J. Verran (2005). Testing surface cleanability in food processing. In: Handbook of Hygiene Control in the Food Industry. Elsevier, pp.556-571.

  LA. Coulthwaite, J. Verran (2005). Denture Plaque: A Neglected Biofilm. A. McBain, D. Allison, J. Pratten, D. Spratt, M. Upton, J. Verran. In: Biofilms: Persistence and Ubiquity. Manchester: Biofilm Club, pp.311-322.

  JT. Walker, J. Verran, RD. Boyd, S. Percival (2001). Microscopy methods to investigate structure of potable water biofilms. pp.243-255.

• Conferences

  L. Hidalgo-Bastida, E. Serra, J. Verran, S. malic (2017). In vitro activity of essential oils and biocides against Candida albicans and development of an ex vivo rodent mandible model to mimic oral candidosis. Manchester, UK,

  L. Hidalgo-Bastida, E. Serra, S. malic, J. Verran (2017). Antifungal Potential of Essential Oils and Development of an Ex-Vivo Model for Oral Candidiasis. Plymouth, UK,

  J. Sutula, LA. Coulthwaite, L. Thomas, J. Verran The effect of Yakult on oral health of healthy denture wearers. In: https://iadr.confex.com/iadr/bsodr11/webprogram/Paper152927.html. Sheffield, UK., 12/9/2011.

  KA. Whitehead, PJ. Kelly, H. Li, . Benson PS, J. Verran, et al. RD. Arnell, I. Iordanova. Comparison of Tribological and Anti-Microbial Properties of CrN/Ag, ZrN/Ag, TiN/Ag, and TiN/Cu Nanocomposite Coatings. San Diego, USA, 2010.

  KA. Whitehead, LA. Smith, PS. Benson, J. Verran (2010). Industrial and analytical methods for the detection of industrial fouling. In: Fouling and Cleaning in Food Processing Conference Proceedings. Cambridge, UK, pp.34-41.

  J. Verran, A. Packer, P. Kelly, KA. Whitehead Surface topography and organic soil factors affecting the hygienic status of open food contact surfaces. In: Fouling and Cleaning in Food Processing Conference Proceedings. Cambridge, UK, 2010. pp.1-6.

  P. Kelly, H. Li, KA. Whitehead, J. Verran Comparison of tribiological and antimicrobial properties of TiN/Ag and ZrN/Ag nanocomposite coatings. In: Fouling and Cleaning in Food Processing Conference Proceedings. Cambridge, UK, 2010. pp.16-23.

  PJ. Kelly, H. Li, KA. Whitehead, PS. Benson, J. Verran The influence of silver content on the tribological and antimicrobial properties of TiN/Ag ZrN/Ag nanocomposite coatings. Manchester, United Kingdom, 21/7/2009.

  A. Packer, P. Kelly, KA. Whitehead, J. Verran Use of the Atomic Force Microscope to Determine the Effect of Defined Linear Features on the Adhesion of Bacteria. Santa Clara, CA USA, 11/5/2009. pp.177-180.

  KA. Whitehead, PJ. Kelly, J. Verran, RD. Arnell, I. Iordnova A Study of the Anti-Microbial and Tribological Properties of TiN/Ag. San Diego, USA, 2009.

  LA. Coulthwaite, N. Bowring, I. Williams, J. Verran Evaluation of Novel Methods for Image Analysis of Denture Plaque. In: http://iadr.confex.com/iadr/pef08/techprogram/abstract_111477.htm. London, UK, 10/9/2008.

  KA. Whitehead, A. Packer, P. Kelly, J. Verran (2008). Influence of Varied Defined Linear Features on the Retention of Microorganisms. In: Proc. SVC 51st Annual Technical Conference. Chicago, pp.243-246.

  A. Packer, P. Kelly, KA. Whitehead, J. Verran (2007). Effects of Defined Linear Features on Surface Hygiene and Cleanability.

  LA. Coulthwaite, PW. Smith, SM. Higham, J. Verran (2006). Detection of Bacterial Populations in Denture Plaque using DGGE. In: https://iadr.confex.com/iadr/pef06/techprogram/abstract_84848.htm. Dublin, Ireland, 13/9/2006.

  P. Ethirajan, M. Slevin, J. Gaffney, P. Kumar, J. Verran (2006). Study of changes in gene and protein expression involved during the development of atherosclerotic plaques. In: ATHEROSCLEROSIS SUPPLEMENTS. Rome, ITALY, 18/6/2006. pp.246-246.

  J. Verran (2008). MICROBIOLOGY AND ART: AN EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY. In: HERITAGE MICROBIOLOGY AND SCIENCE: MICROBES, MONUMENTS AND MARITIME MATERIALS. Portsmouth, ENGLAND, 28/6/2005. pp.293-299.

  J. Verran (2005). Malodour in denture wearers: an ill-defined problem. In: Oral Dis. Denmark, pp.24-28.

  LA. Coulthwaite, PW. Smith, SM. Higham, J. Verran Bacterial Composition of Red and Green Fluorescing Plaque seen under Quantitative Light-Induced Fluorescence Conditions. Glasgow, UK,

  AL. Doran, J. Greenman, J. Verran (2003). Inulin mouth rinse: effect on oral malodour and tongue flora. In: JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. Cardiff, WALES, 18/9/2002. pp.509-509.

  K. Bulad, R. Taylor, J. Verran, JF. Mccord (2003). Adhesion onto, and colonization of denture soft lining materials by candida albicans. In: JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH. Cardiff, WALES, 18/9/2002. pp.480-480.

  J. Verran, T. Hissett (1999). The effect of substratum surface defects upon retention of, and biofilm formation by, microorganisms from potable water. In: BIOFILMS IN THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT. UNIV WARWICK, COVENTRY, ENGLAND, 13/4/1997. pp.25-33.

Invited papers

I have been invited to give keynote and other invited papers at many different conferences, on my research, on microbiology education and on science communication and public engagement.

Invited roundtable discussions

I have been invited onto panel discussions with industry, at literature festivals and at academic conferences.

Conference organisation

As President of the International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Society, I organised their triennial meeting.

As Head of Education for the Society for General Microbiology (now the Microbiology Society), I organised two symposia per year for the duration of my tenure (8 years).

As Head of Education and Communication for FEMS, I organised the Education symposia at their biennial Congress (10 years)

Expert reviewer for journals and publishers

I was an output assessor for the 2013 REF UoA3.

I have reviewed grant proposals for Research Councils, and for international bodies.

Grants

I have attracted around £3million in funding for research projects.

Projects and initiatives

The Bad Bugs Bookclub is an engagement activity where scientists and non-scientists discuss novels where infectious disease forms part of the plot www2.mmu.ac.uk/engage/what-we-do/bad-bugs-bookclub. The website provides reading guides and meeting reports for over 60 novels.

Member of BSI panel working on developing testing methods for antimicrobial surfaces.

Working with IBRG (International Biodeterioration Research Group) on developing testing methods appropriate to point of use.

Represent International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Society on FEMS

Exhibitions

Active participant in Manchester Science Festival events, and the 2016 European City of Science activities.

Panellist, presenter, participant in many literature and science festivals.

Consultancy and advisory roles

Various roles held for industrial collaborations.

Practitioner roles

PFHEA and NTF functions.

Media appearances or involvement

Several appearances on TV, radio and in print.

Prizes and awards

2019 American Academy for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Mani L Bhamik award for Public Engagement with Science

2012: Heads of University Courses in Biomedical Science Mike Pitillo award for research-informed teaching

2011: National Teaching Fellow

2011: Society for Applied Microbiology award for public engagement

2011: I love my lecturer MMU awards, shortlisted for best personal tutor

2006: Undergraduate biology students’ award for most energetic teacher

2004: Society for General Microbiology award for innovation in microbiology education

2016: Nominated for OutstandingLeadership, staff awards

Other distinctions

2016 - 2019: Member of Professional Affairs team for ESCMID (European Society for Clinical Medicine and Infectious Disease

2012 - 2017: Education lead for Board of Directors of FEMS (Federation of European Microbiology Societies)

2014: REF Output assessor for UoA3 Allied Health Professions: dentistry, pharmacy and nursing

2016 - : Member of BSI Panel developing standards for antimicrobial suraces.

Expert reviewer for external funding bodies

Wellcome, EPSRC, NERC, and for other national research bodies.

Membership of professional associations

Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Society of Biology

Microbiology Society

Society for Applied Microbiology

International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Society

American Society for Microbiology