Katherine’s research interests focus on the challenge of maintaining quality of life in the face of chronic health conditions. Recognising the complexity of this challenge in chronic and recurrent UTI is what motivated Katherine to join the team at Live UTI Free. As a Chartered Psychologist at the University of Reading, Katherine specialises in developing interventions to support patients and healthcare professionals in managing UTI and its psychosocial impact. She is committed to creating high-quality UTI impact assessment tools and improving how we support people with UTI within and beyond our health services.

Abbi’s passion for driving research that brings about real change in underserved areas, particularly for people living with long-term chronic health conditions, inspired her to join the Live UTI Free team. Having completed her PhD in psychology, Abbi is determined to lead high-quality research that places patient perspectives at the forefront. Her work spans women’s health and chronic pelvic pain, with a particular interest in the psychological impact of diagnostic uncertainty on those living with complex, poorly understood conditions. Her ultimate goal is to enhance quality of life outcomes and reduce the challenges faced by those living with recurrent and chronic UTI.

Josie discovered Live UTI Free while navigating her own struggles with recurrent UTIs. When the opportunity came up to support LUF’s projects, she was eager to apply her business and project management background to help promote the organization’s mission. Now, she works alongside a community of passionate women’s health advocates to facilitate further research on this condition, increase awareness, and become a voice for patient advocacy.

Marine has been part of Live UTI Free’s journey since the early days, helping to bring the team’s vision to life. She uses her deep understanding of online behavior and visual layout to create a welcoming and friendly experience for all who interact with the organization. Marine’s commitment to her own professional and personal mission ensures the information that Live UTI Free shares is accessible for all members of the community.

Melissa’s own journey with recurrent UTI really impacted her life and affected her overall productivity. She came across the stories of others on Live UTI Free, who had been through similar experiences and managed to break the cycle. She was motivated to help, and to use her skills in visual communication to spread awareness of an otherwise overlooked female health problem.

Emil has co-founded, built and supported business and impact organizations in 30+ countries. He helped found Live UTI Free out of a profound frustration with gender inequality in health care, and a desire to support women suffering from curable diseases. As product lead Emil has led design and management of the Live UTI platform since day one, and continues to ensure its success and availability to the world at large.

Molly is currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Reading, building on her background in MSc Health Psychology. She has a keen passion for increasing awareness around women’s health issues and reducing stigma associated with them. Alongside her PhD, Molly is gaining valuable experience at Live UTI Free, where she manages research studies and projects aimed at improving patient education. Through the world of women’s health, Molly aspires to make a meaningful impact by enhancing the overall patient experience and empowering women to fulfill their personal wellbeing.

Due to having suffered with recurrent, and eventually chronic, UTI for many years, Saoirse feels passionately about being able to help and support others dealing with this condition. She knows first hand how frightening and lonely it can feel to develop a condition and not have good access to answers and treatment. She found help through the Live UTI Free website in 2019 and since seeking treatment, her symptoms have improved immensely. This has given her back time and energy – which she is investing towards helping and supporting this community and becoming an active voice in patient advocacy.

Bianca is currently pursuing a PhD in cognitive neuroscience at the Max Planck School of Cognition in Germany, driven by a passion for advancing women’s health. Recognizing critical gaps in knowledge about the female body, she joined the Live UTI Free team to make a tangible impact through research and patient advocacy. Bianca’s work at Live UTI Free involves analyzing patient-driven data, while her own experience with UTIs deepens her commitment to helping others with recurrent and chronic conditions share their stories.

Zuzanna’s drive to close the gaps in women’s healthcare access and knowledge led her to join Live UTI Free. She is passionate about reshaping the conversation around women's health and contributing to research that leads to earlier interventions, better care, and a stronger voice for those affected by recurrent UTIs. Zuzanna was drawn to Live UTI Free’s patient-centered mission and commitment to transforming women's health research. Currently undertaking a PhD at the University of Reading, she is researching at-risk profiles for urinary tract infections, working to illuminate patterns that have been overlooked.

Dominique’s experience with chronic UTI symptoms fuels her commitment to improving access to care and information. After years of unanswered questions, she found support through Live UTI Free, turning her health journey into impactful work.  With a BSc in Biochemistry and an MA in Musical Theatre, she combines scientific insight with powerful storytelling as a Health Communication Specialist. Dominique uses social media to inform and empower, translating complex health topics into accessible content. In doing so, she advocates for equity, better conversations, and better outcomes in women’s health.

Meg is currently pursuing a PhD in Health Psychology at the University of Reading. Her passion for women’s health stemmed from her own experiences and difficulties in seeking an endometriosis diagnosis. With extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual violence, Meg is dedicated to applying this expertise when working with sexual well-being in chronic health conditions primarily affecting women. Through her ongoing work with Live UTI Free, Meg hopes to assist in innovative and critical research surrounding UTI and public attitudes.

Dr. Maria Galve Villa is a dedicated Research Coordinator with a strong clinical and academic background, focused on driving healthcare innovation through strategic research. She specializes in bridging the gap between research development and clinical application, leading interdisciplinary teams to deliver impactful patient care solutions. An alumna of BioInnovate Ireland and a Research Fellow at the University of Galway, Maria is experiencing first-hand the challenges of developing medical devices for women’s health. Her leadership is key to translating research into meaningful, patient-focused healthcare advancements.

Issy found Live UTI Free while pursuing a placement opportunity for her BSc in Psychology. She has a passion for health psychology, in particular women’s health, which led her to discover the impactful work conducted by Live UTI Free. Issy hopes that working with Live UTI free will provide her with more insight into the field of women’s health research, and enable her to make an impact in this space.

Alicia joined Live UTI Free through an MSc placement position, drawn to the company due to an interest in women's health inequalities and the psychological impact of long-term health issues. Live UTI Free provides valuable experience for patient advocacy, contributing to Alicia’s growing interest in women's health research and health advocacy. She aspires to post-graduate research and Live UTI Free has enabled her to follow personal research interests.

For Maiwenn, helping people is the most important aspect of a translator’s work. Working with Live UTI Free has allowed her to achieve this goal. Passionate about multimedia and audio-visual, she is thrilled to work with content from different media and adapt it for the French public. Maiwenn is proud to manage the French content team and to be able to use her translation skills to educate more people about UTIs, a subject with low awareness in France, even among women.

Susy co-founded Live UTI Free with the belief there’s never been a better time to bring health issues like this out into the open. She’s fascinated with the way technology is revolutionizing the female health space. Her goal is to help empower others to understand their own bodies, so they can lead a strong and healthy life.

Hannah’s love for an ambitious mission was more than enough to get her on board as a co-founder of Live UTI Free. Specializing in branding and digital design, she set out to prove that serious health sites need not be ugly. No stranger to an online symptom search (what modern female isn’t?), Hannah is adamant that good quality, well researched and holistic information should be available for all females.

You might recognise Annett as the face of Live UTI Free. Annett experienced recurrent UTIs for 15 years before finding a doctor who helped her pursue better testing and get appropriate treatment. She’s our number one ambassador and a pioneer for sustainability and ethical production in her own industry – fashion. We’re happy to say she’s now UTI free and she’s helping us get better information out there.