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Infection resilience

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Innovating to defeat infectious diseases and protect society.

At Liverpool, we break down barriers between fundamental science and frontline medicine. Our research bridges the gap between how diseases work at the molecular level and how they impact real people. By pioneering new methodologies and tools, we’re building a complete, systems-level understanding of infectious diseases - and how to stop them.

Leading the way

Infectious diseases know no borders. Our work addresses urgent global and national challenges in infection resilience, delivering scientific breakthroughs and practical solutions. From shaping UK government policy to advising global health organisations, our experts help steer the world toward better preparedness, faster response, and stronger defences.

Our approach

We tackle real-world challenges with cutting edge science. With access to advanced biocontainment facilities and powerful multi-omic technologies, our teams develop transformative therapies and preventative strategies. Whether it's stopping the next pandemic or building long-term resilience, we are ready to respond - with impact.

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Facilities and expertise

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The Pandemic Institute

A global institute to accelerate the response to current and future pandemics, unifying intelligence and generating scientific excellence with societal impact for all.

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Liverpool Shared Research Facilities (LIV-SRF)

LIV-SRF offer flexible access to world-class equipment and facilities to support research programmes and maximise impact.

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National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Health Protection Units

We host two of NIHR’s Health Protection Research Units: in Emerging and Zoonotic Infections, and in Gastrointestinal Infections.

Research activity and innovation

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Health Innovation Liverpool

A transformational hub of healthcare and medical innovation, uniquely integrated into a leading Russell Group university and one of the UK's largest NHS Trusts.

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HIV transmission

Discover DolPHIN2, a study aiming to reduce the rate of vertical transmission of HIV through research into a new drug.

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Noma disease

Shedding light on an ancient disease with fatal consequences in the world's poorest nations.

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