Infection Biology


General Microbiology
Head: Prof. Regine Hengge


Molecular Microbiology
Head: Prof. Marc Erhardt



Molecular Parasitology
Head: Prof. Kai Matuschewski


Molecular Genetics
Head: Prof. Christian Schmitz-Linneweber


Ecology and Evolution of Molecular Parasite-Host Interactions
Head: Prof. Emanuel Heitlinger
We use the hybrid zone of the two subspecies of the house mouse, which often determines population structure of parasites, as a natural laboratory for adaptations and coevolution.



Epidemiological Modeling of Infectious Diseases
Head: Prof. Dirk Brockmann
Our research is focused on the development of mathematical and computational models for complex dynamical phenomena in the life-sciences.



Plant Evolution and Biodiversity
Head: Prof. Susann Wicke
We study interactions between plant parasites, their hosts, and the abiotic environment using experimental-genetic and evolutionary-ecological methods to understand the feedback loops driving parasite-host-environment adaptation. The lab develops resources to identify pests from environmental samples and engages in forest genetics research. We also actively commit to the conservation of native plants through citizen science projects.