Clare completed her PhD in Biosciences at the University of Birmingham between 2020 and 2024. Her research focused on characterising a novel peptidoglycan-targeting enzyme, known as a penicillin-binding protein, in mycobacteria. During her project, she developed and utilised tools such as fluorescence-based assays to support the characterisation process. Clare is currently working in the Jones Lab as a Senior Research Technician. She has established the new Jones Group Virology Unit, now located in the Molecular Sciences Building on campus, supporting ongoing antiviral research.