Animals and microbes produce a variety of molecules to sense, manipulate, and defend against one another. The evolution of these complex interactions can mean the difference between peaceful coexistence and a deadly infection. Our lab studies how humans and other animals have evolved to recognize and respond to pathogenic bacteria, and how bacteria evolve to counteract host immune defenses. Click here to learn more.
We are affiliated with the Institute of Ecology & Evolution and the Department of Biology at the University of Oregon.
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