Phage-host interaction

We study how phages target key regulatory hubs of bacterial host cells and how bacteria defend themselves against these attacks. Building on this knowledge, we develop sustainable phage-based biocontrol strategies.

Gene regulatory networks

We study the design and architecture of regulatory networks enabling bacteria to respond to environmental stresses and to interact with other microbes.

Interaction engineering

We use synthetic microbial communities to uncover how microbes interact, compete, and cooperate, revealing design principles for resilient ecosystems and circular biotechnology.