EAGR Lab - Ongoing Research
EAGR stands for Evolutionary and Genomic Research. We study the variation in health-relevant traits such as aging and immune defense.
MICROBIOMEPROJECT
The microbiome project is interested in studying the relationship between aging and the microbiome in the model organism, Drosophila melanogaster. The microbiome, or community of microbes, found within an organism affects its fitness, influencing traits such as immune defense, nutrient processing, and consequently longevity.By utilizing populations that biologically age at different rates, we may be able to provide valuable insight on the relationship between microbiomes and host-longevity.
Publications & Conferences
Our EAGR students publish their research in peer-reviewed and student journals, and present their research at national, regional, and local conferences. Click on the links below to learn about some of our EAGR student’s research accomplishments.