The multidisciplinary BPNR research team currently originally consisted of six fulltime academic staff members and seven researchers (Post-Doctoral, Postgraduate and Research Assistants). In 2006 S. McClean and M. Callaghan applied for Institute Research Status for their research group on cystic fibrosis which led to the formation of the Centre of Microbial Pathogenesis (CoMP). Both will continue to support the activities of the BPNR in the role of internal collaborators as they both have made significant contributions to the BPNR. The Centre is managed by Drs. J. Behan and M. Costello in a joint co-ordinating capacity.

John Behan

Dr Mary Costello