Professor Elizabeth Hartland is an international research leader in the field of microbiology and immunology. Her research informs fundamental knowledge of host-pathogen interactions and the development of anti-infective and immune-enhancing therapies that target the infection process. Her body of work has provided significant understanding of the pathogen-immune interface by defining the molecular mechanisms by which bacterial pathogens subvert the host immune response. Professor Hartland is the author of more than 160 research publications, an accomplished research supervisor and is recognised through the award of multiple grants, fellowships, and honours.