Dr. Seamus Holden

Professor

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Biography

Seamus Holden is a Professor in the School of Life Sciences at the University of Warwick, specializing in Microbial Biophysics. His research focuses on understanding the biophysical principles of bacterial cell wall biosynthesis and the mechanisms behind bacterial cell division and elongation, primarily using the Gram-positive model organism Bacillus subtilis. His laboratory employs advanced techniques such as single molecule and super-resolution fluorescence microscopy, and microfluidics to study the dynamic processes involved in bacterial growth and the assembly of complex structures. Holden is committed to open science and ensures that the software and methodologies developed by his team are freely accessible. His collaborative work spans multiple national and international projects, funded by the Wellcome Trust and BBSRC, and he actively supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, promoting interdisciplinary approaches across various fields of scientific study.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Leading research and academic programs in microbial biophysics.

Associate Professor (Reader)

2022-01-01 — 2024-12-31

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Oversaw research initiatives and taught advanced courses in microbial biophysics.

Principal Research Associate

2018-01-01 — 2021-12-31

Newcastle University • Newcastle, England

Conducted research in bacterial physiology and cell division processes.

Awards

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Louise Johnson Early Career Award

2020-01-01
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Sir Henry Dale Fellowship

2017-01-01

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
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  • One academic reference
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  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.