The Bäumler lab has pioneered the study of microbial physiology in its natural context of a host-associated microbial community. An overarching theme of their research is that the host plays a key role in shaping its gut microbiota to be beneficial.

The Bäumler lab has pioneered the study of microbial physiology in its natural context of a host-associated microbial community. An overarching theme of their research is that the host plays a key role in shaping its gut microbiota to be beneficial.