The Infection Prevention Society is proud to announce Dr Mark Garvey as the recipient of the Brendan Moore Award, recognising his exceptional leadership, research, and long-standing dedication to advancing infection prevention and control (IPC) both within the Society and across the wider healthcare community.
An active member of IPS for more than 15 years, Mark has made a profound impact at every level of the organisation. From his work as West Midlands Branch Treasurer to his role on the Scientific Programme Committee, he has consistently demonstrated a passion for evidence-based practice, professional development, and innovation in infection prevention.
Mark’s commitment to nurturing new IPC professionals is evident through his support of the Marian Reed Development Programme and his mentorship of colleagues at University Hospitals Birmingham, where he serves as Director of the Hospital Infection Research Laboratory. His leadership encourages excellence, collaboration, and curiosity, inspiring others to improve patient safety and strengthen IPC practice across disciplines.
A respected scientist and internationally recognised researcher, Mark’s work has shaped policy and practice in key areas including water microbiology and safety, control of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and the global response to Mycobacterium chimaera associated with cardiac surgery. His extensive research portfolio includes numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and contributions to national working party guidelines.
In addition to his scientific achievements, Mark plays an active role in the wider IPS community, frequently presenting at branch events, Special Interest Group meetings, and international conferences. Notably, he has supported the Romanian Association of Infection Prevention and Control (APCI) through education and training initiatives, sharing his expertise to improve environmental IPC standards globally.
Mark’s leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic was particularly noteworthy. Providing clear, evidence-based guidance during a time of great uncertainty, he was instrumental in supporting healthcare leaders across the Birmingham region and beyond.
As a long-serving member of the IPS Scientific Programme Committee, Mark has been central to curating engaging and high-quality content for the Society’s annual conference. His academic reputation and global network have helped bring together world-leading speakers and research, strengthening IPS’s international reputation for scientific excellence.
In awarding him the Brendan Moore Award, IPS recognises Mark’s outstanding contribution to infection prevention, his commitment to innovation, and his tireless support for the Society’s mission, ensuring a world where no person is harmed by a preventable infection.
