I study microbial symbiotic associations, their emergent properties, and interactions. I am interested in ecological and applied roles of microbial symbionts, their diversity, distribution, and potential biotech applications of novel microbial consortia.
Plant-Fungal Systems - Endophytes - Mycorrhizae - Extreme Environments- Pathogens
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