At our lab, we are dedicated to advancing our understanding of the human microbiome—from the skin to the gut—and uncovering how these complex microbial communities interact with their human hosts. By integrating high-resolution omics approaches, with a strong emphasis on metagenomics as well as transcriptomics and other complementary methods, we explore the dynamic relationships between microbes and host systems.

We employ cutting-edge next-generation sequencing technologies, including long-read sequencing platforms, to gain deeper insights into microbial genomes and their functional potential. Our team also develops and applies novel bioinformatics tools tailored to these high-throughput data types, enabling us to resolve host–microbiome interactions down to the fine-scale molecular level.

In addition to human-associated microbiomes, we extend our research across diverse ecosystems—including oceans, rivers, and soils—to better understand how microbial life forms connect and interact across Earth’s biosphere. Our broader goal is to reveal the fundamental principles that govern microbe–host–environment interactions, ultimately contributing to innovations in health, sustainability, and global ecology.