Michael is a senior lecturer in neurobiology, and joined the optometry department at City St George's, University of London in February 2016. Michael gained his BSc in molecular biology and biochemistry from Durham University in 2006, followed by a PhD in neurobiology from University College London in 2011. Michael worked as a postdoctoral research associate in regenerative medicine at the Institute of Ophthalmology, UCL, before taking on a lectureship at City St George's. Michael is an active researcher, using non-invasive optical and electrical techniques to elicit targeted therapy for the treatment of age-related disease and to treat chronic wounds.