Research Fellows

Emily Wood - Postdoctoral Research Fellow

I completed my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Exeter with 1st class honours, where I studied the microbial trade-off between resistance towards bacteriophage and antibiotics. This project developed my interest in microbial evolution, particularly in the field of antimicrobial resistance. Subsequently, I worked towards a PhD from Exeter exploring bacterial adaptation towards antibiotics, both in the lab and the clinic.

In 2021 I joined the EPSRC Hub for Quantitative Modelling in Healthcare, with the aim of combining experimental and quantitative approaches to further our understanding on the development of antibiotic resistance during long-term infection. More specifically, I am interested in how we can apply genomics and data-driven research to improve infection management, particularly in cases of complex and prolonged illness.  

Nicolas Verschueren Van Rees - Postdoctoral Research Fellow

I have a background in Physics (BSc and MSc at Universidad de Chile) and a PhD in Engineering Mathematics (University of Bristol). I am broadly interested in the mathematical description of dynamical behaviours, appearing in diverse contexts such as: nonlinear optics, fluids, biology and epidemiology.

Throughout my career, I have investigated these behaviours using continuous models (partial and ordinary differential equations) and agent-based models. I also have experience working on experiments and data analysis. More details can be found here.

In my new role as a research fellow, I am looking forward to combining my expertise in dynamical systems and data analysis with my experimental skills to gain deep insight into relevant problems in healthcare.

Thomas Tunstall - Postgraduate Researcher

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