Meet our Core Partners
become a partnerOur Founding Universities
The National Biofilms Innovation Centre was launched in 2017 by its four core Universities (Edinburgh, Liverpool, Nottingham and Southampton) and is led by four Co-Directors: Professors Cait MacPhee, Rasmita Raval, Miguel Cámara and Jeremy Webb respectively.
Partnerships are vital in advancing biofilm research and applications as they combine diverse expertise and resources. By collaborating with leading universities and industry partners, NBIC leverages cutting-edge research and innovative technologies to tackle global challenges. These partnerships enable the translation of biofilm research into practical solutions, fostering innovation and driving economic and societal benefits. Together, we push the boundaries of science, ensuring that our collective efforts lead to impactful advancements in biofilm technologies.
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University of Edinburgh
Soft matter and biological physics /
Active matter / Biofilm molecular structure and function and more
University of Liverpool
Antimicrobial and Anti-Adhesion Surfaces / Surface Spectroscopies and Imaging of Bio-interfaces
University of Nottingham
Quorum sensing signalling (gene regulation / analytical chemistry / biosensors)
University of Southampton
Microbial biofilm development mechanisms and their control / Biofilm dispersal technologies, and more
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