The Health Minister’s Award recognises Professor Mitchell’s outstanding research in infection control, as well as his vision to generate evidence for practical approaches to prevent common healthcare-associated infections.

Professor Brett Mitchell’s research is tackling the looming global threat of microbial resistance and emerging infections by researching methods to prevent infections from occurring in the first instance. His research has a particular focus on increasing patient safety by preventing and controlling infections within hospitals, healthcare settings and businesses.

A grant from a global infection prevention technology company will further support a nationally-recognised Avondale academic awarded for research into healthcare-acquired infections. GAMA Healthcare’s collaboration with Professor Brett Mitchell will help fund research into cleaning practices and skin antisepsis.