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Pathogens & Infection Biology

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We use computer-assisted techniques to study microbiomes, viral and bacterial pathogens in order to understand the mechanisms of infection and the host-pathogen interaction in detail. The spectrum ranges from bacteria (such as Clamydia or Listeria) to fungi (such as Ustilago) to parasites, such as Toxoplasma gondii.

Prof. Dr. Michael Feldbrügge; Microbiology

Our research and teaching at the Institute for Microbiology comprises the fields cell biology, pathogenicity and biotechnology. To study these fields we use both prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms as model systems.

apl. Prof. Dr. Ursula Nicole Fleig; Eukaryotic Microbiology

We explore how specific microtubule-modulating proteins regulate yeast cell genome stability and how human pathogenic bacteria utilize the host microtubule cytoskeleton during infection.

Prof. Dr. Sebastian Fraune; Zoology & Organismic Interactions

We are fascinated by the fact that the microbiome influences animal nutrition, development, immunity, & even behavior. In our research, we study host-microbe interactions at the molecular & cellular levels.

AvH Prof. Wolf B. Frommer, Dr. Michael Wudick; Molecular Physiology

We develop genetically encoded sensors to monitor and quantitatively determine concentrations for metabolites (e.g., sugars), hormones, (e.g., gibberellin) or ions (e.g., Ca²⁺) in life cells.

Prof. Dr. Julia Frunzke; IGB; Bacterial Networks & Interactions

We study the interaction between bacteria & their viruses. Understanding new components of the bacterial immune system has high potential for innovative applications in biotechnology & medicine.

Prof. Dr. Johannes Hegemann; Functional Genome Research of Microorganisms

We use functional genomics to investigate molecular mechanisms and genetic processes that influence the life cycle and pathogenicity of Chlamydia pneumoniae.

J.-Prof. Dr. Miriam Kutsch; Molecular pathogenicity

We are fascinated by host-pathogen interactions. Using a combination of biochemistry, micro- & cell biology, we study how human host defense proteins combat medical relevant bacteria, & how these pathogens escape them…

Prof. Dr. Eva Nowack; Microbial Cell Biology

We study the transformation of bacterial endosymbionts into genetically integrated organelles using genomic, proteomic, molecular and synthetic biological approaches.

Prof. Dr. med. Klaus Pfeffer, Institute of Medical Microbiology & Hospital Hygiene

We decipher host-pathogen interactions in model systems as well as at cellular and molecular levels. We characterize e.g. cytokines.

Prof. Dr. Laura Rose; Population Genetics

My research focuses on the evolutionary genetics of plants and their associated microbes. Using population genetics and phylogenetics, I reconstruct the evolutionary history of host-microbe communication.

Dr. Eliza Loo, Dr. Marcel Buchholzer, AvH Prof. Dr. Wolf B. Frommer; Molecular Physiology

We are trying to decipher the molecular mechanism of virulence of plant pathogens and thereby introduce disease resistance into crop plants.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schurr; Plant Sciences IBG-2

Knowledge about photosynthesis, transport and growth of plants in a dynamic environment is the basis for their optimization for food and biorefineries. We develop/use non-invasive and high-throughput methods and robotics.

Dr. Michael Wudick; Molecular Physiology

We are interested to understand how a local stimulus (e.g., leaf wounding) induces a propagating systemic signal (e.g., electrical, chemical or hydraulic) that can trigger responses in distal plant parts.

Prof. Dr. Jürgen Zeier; Molecular Ecophysiology of Plants

The fascinating strategies of plants to successfully immunize against microbial pathogens and adapt to a changing environment are being explored and the underlying metabolic pathways unraveled.

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