About the Microbiome in Reproduction Laboratory
The female reproductive tract is home to microbial populations, called the microbiome, that are important mediators of reproductive health. Our research investigates how these dynamic communities of bacteria, viruses, archaea and fungi interact with each other and their host, and how they influence host physiology to contribute to reproductive health.
By investigating the factors that influence the composition of the reproductive tract microbiome, we aim to understand the mechanisms linking microbial composition to conditions such as endometriosis, pre-term birth, fertility, sexually transmitted infections and general reproductive well-being. We use a combination of experimental approaches, including culturing and molecular techniques, with computational analyses to understand how microbes are contributing to health and disease. Our goal is to gain insights into the complexities of these microbial communities and leverage this knowledge to pave the way for targeted microbiome therapies to improve reproductive health
