About the MRL
The Mycobacteria Research Laboratories was founded some 25 years ago by Dr. Patrick J. Brennan and colleagues with the intent of generating an internationally recognized center of excellence for the study of mycobacterial diseases and pathogens. Since then, the MRL has been at the forefront of mycobacterial fundamental and translational research. Research programs in the MRL utilize state-of-the-art techniques and facilities to address:
- Tuberculosis vaccine and drug development
- Leprosy and tuberculosis diagnostics
- The study of nontuberculous mycobacterial diseases and Buruli ulcer
- The epidemiology and diagnostics of mycobacterial diseases affecting animals including bovine tuberculosis and Johne’s disease