About Us
The PEOPLE AMR Network brings together transdisciplinary researchers working on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to identify better ways to develop, evaluate, and implement multi-faceted interventions to promote prudent antimicrobial use in the community.
As one of eight transdisciplinary AMR networks funded by UKRI's Tackling Infections Initiative, we focus on people because it is the behaviour of individuals and groups that determines antibiotic use. Our network promotes research across disciplines and provides opportunities for collaboration with experts outside of one's home discipline.
Our Mission
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of humanity's greatest threats. It occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites evolve over time and no longer respond to medicines, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness and death.
We aim to bring together diverse researchers to find better ways to tackle AMR by:
- Developing innovative interventions promoting prudent antimicrobial use in community settings
- Supporting cross-disciplinary collaboration among researchers
- Building capacity among early- and mid-career researchers
- Engaging with the public and policymakers to increase awareness and impact
Key Objectives
- Bring together experts across methodological and prescribing professions to work synergistically
- Identify the needs and preferences of people in the community and prescribers – including underrepresented and underserved groups
- Develop promising interventions meeting diverse needs of community members and policymakers
- Identify best methods to co-develop, evaluate and implement interventions for community contexts
- Build capacity by developing cross-disciplinary AMR researchers and securing external funding
Activities and Opportunities
Our network offers multiple ways to engage:
- Webinars and workshops bringing researchers together to form new collaborations
- Mentoring, placements and training for early- and mid-career researchers
- Annual conferences and public engagement events
- Collaborative research funding opportunities
- Public engagement with local health organisations, schools, families, and faith groups
- Research publications, position statements, and white papers
Patient and Public Involvement
We have integrated lived experience into our network processes. Our patient advocacy lead, Vanessa Carter, leads an AMR advocacy group with strong community links. We host events for people with lived experience to:
- Learn about the latest research
- Contribute ideas about research priorities
- Advise on community engagement strategies for maximum impact
Expected Impact
- Enhanced collaboration and knowledge exchange among researchers
- Increased public awareness and engagement on antimicrobial resistance
- Development of early- and mid-career researchers
- Creation of new collaborative research funding applications
Affiliated AMR Networks
As one of eight transdisciplinary AMR networks funded by UKRI, we collaborate with:
- AMR in Agrifood Systems Transdisciplinary (AMAST) Network
- Climate Change Impacts on AMR Using a Planetary Health Framework (CLIMAR) Network
- Accurate, Rapid, Robust and Economical One Health DiagnoSTics for antimicrobial resistance (ARREST-AMR) Network
- Fungal One Health and Antimicrobial Resistance Network
- Futures AMR Network (FAN)
- IMPACT AMR: a Transdisciplinary Network
- Transdisciplinary Antimicrobial Resistance Genomics (TARGet) Network
Join us
Interested in joining our network or learn more?
upcoming Webinar Series
Title: Stay Healthy Liverpool: A Community-led Health Campaign Raises Awareness of Antibiotic Use Among Refugee and Asylum Seeker Communities
Speakers:
Dr. Nour Essale - a medical doctor and PhD researcher in Global Health with a special interest in migrant health - Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine.
Dr. Reda Madroumi - a PhD Researcher in Health Psychology, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Date: 24th Feb. 2026
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 GMT
Placement Opportunities for Early Career Researchers
The PEOPLE AMR Network is pleased to announce new short placement opportunities for Early Career Researchers (ECRs), designed to build capacity and support the next generation of interdisciplinary AMR research leaders.
Eligibility: The activities are open to ECRs. For purposes of this activity, an ECR is defined as per UKRI 2023 definition. Applicants should at minimum be in process of completing a PhD, or are doctoral, immediately post doctorate, or transitioning to independent researcher.
Placement activities: A total of 4 cross-disciplinary ECR placements with five expertise (hosts) from the Network are planned. The placement will involve a 4-day visit at the selected host institution. Details of type of activities at placement will be defined by host. Examples include:
- The researcher (ECR) will learn about research approaches and active projects of the host.
- The researcher will be introduced to the host’s research group and ongoing host’s research linkages across disciplines (e.g. primary care and vet science).
- The researcher will attend organisation events and meetings as observers, where appropriate.
- The researcher will work with the host to co-develop a research question and potential proposal for funding.
- Following the placement, the researcher and the host will be invited to an online webinar organised by the PEOPLE network where the researcher will share their learnings from the placements.
Hosting institutions: Select your potential host from the attached the list with hosts and description of activities.
Funding: The costs for the placement will be covered by the Network through reimbursement of the ECRs. Costs covered include travel:
- Standard fare costs (max of £300)
- Accommodation - (max of £150/night for max of 4 nights)
- Meals – breakfast (max of £10/day), lunch (max of £10/day) and dinner (max of £25/day). Please note that meal cost cannot be accumulated and all expense must be supported by receipts.
Application process: To apply, interested participants should send an up-to-date CV (maximum two pages) and a 2-page statement outlining why you want to attend the specific placement and how you plan to use the knowledge and skills gained from the placement and indicate their selected potential host. The list with hosts, description of activities, can be found attached. The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Monday 23rd February 2026. Confirmation of your place will be communicated following this date.
Selection Criteria: Selection will be made based on the following.
- Early Career Researchers – ECRs.
- Justification for why you want to attend the specific placement.
- Explanation for what difference the placement is going to make – how you are going to use the learning.
- Research background in area of AMR/AMS.
- Evidenced interest in transdisciplinary research, extending beyond primary expertise.
If interest exceeds capacity, selection will be made to ensure a balance of applicant expertise and organisational representation and alignment with host expertise.
Leadership Team
Sarah Tonkin-Crine | Gail Hayward |
Wendy Thompson | Abel B. Ekiri |
Sue Walker | Chika Anumnu |
