We tackle complex questions using a combination of genomics, metabolomics, and traditional microbiological approaches. Our research is inspired by observations in the field and refined through problem-solving in the laboratory. By bridging these two settings, we generate insights that are grounded in real-world challenges and tested in controlled conditions.
Agriculture
Bioinformatics
Crop Production
Ecology
Ecophysiology
Genomics
Microbiology
Plant Protection
We are searching for collaborations in the domains of agroecology, sustainable agriculture and general plant-microbe interactions.
Our work spans three distinct but interconnected systems: Soil Microbiomes: Investigating how microbial communities in soil contribute to soil health, nutrient cycling, and agricultural productivity, with a focus on improving crop resilience. Host Microbiomes: Exploring the interactions between microbiomes and their hosts to enhance health, growth, and disease resistance. Synthetic Communities: Engineering microbial consortia in the lab to test hypotheses about microbial interactions, with potential applications in biotechnology and agriculture.