Research Projects

Earth's biosphere and climate are regulated by biogeochemical exchanges between the land, oceans, and atmosphere that are chiefly driven by microorganisms. Environmental change has the potential to impact these critical microbial processes and disrupt the fine balance of Earth's connected ecosystems. Research on the role that microbes play in maintaining ecosystem health and in mitigating impacts of environmental change is essential for supporting a productive planet. Our research focuses on three primary areas: