Microbial Ecophysiology Lab
PI - Ian Lidbury - Royal Society University Research Fellow
The lab is focused on linking microbial ecophysiology with ecosystem services to advance our fundamental knowledge and develop applied solutions to key global issues, such as food security and climate change.
We combine classical molecular microbiology with meta-omics to understand the major bacterial players reminerlising organic matter in soil.
Our main interests are investigating polysacchride and organic phosphorus turnover in the plant microbiome and the plant-microbe interactions this metaoblism underpinns.
Research Interests
Structure-function relationships of unique phosphatases
Genetic basis of Flavobacterium rhizosphere competence
Soil polysaccharide turnover
Phosphonate metabolism in the environment
We're always looking for enthusiastic people to join our group.
Home students - NERC, BBSRC DTPs
International students - China-Sheffield Scholarship, Commonwealth Scholarship, etc.
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