Research of the Laboratory of Microbiology
The Laboratory of Microbiology is engaged in research on the biotransformations and interactions of microorganisms and the control thereof.
Its general scientific objectives include:
- to discover fundamental aspects of selected microbe-based, model systems at ecological, cellular and molecular levels
- to understand the molecular basis of key processes in bacteria, archaea and their viruses
- to apply the obtained insights to develop and optimise processes related to improving human quality of life
Research Themes
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Bacterial Genetics
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Microbial Evolution
Within the working group of Microbial Evolution (MicEvo) we focus on exploring and characterizing the microbial diversity that exists on our planet. Moreover, we aim to explain how this diversity came about during billions of years of evolution. To do this, we employ a variety of approaches, including cultivation-independent methods (e.g. metagenomics, comparative genomics, phylogenomics), but also novel cultivation-dependent methods (e.g. high-throughput cultivation and ecophysiology techniques).
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Microbial Physiology
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Molecular Ecology
Research and education within the Microbial Ecology Group aims to understand and explore the functioning of microorganisms in natural and man-made ecosystems, including interdependencies with their living and non-living environments.