Deborah A. Powers

This study shows that pathogenic Leptospira uses glucose under host-like temperatures, contradicting previous assumptions about its metabolic capabilities.

This study investigates how C. difficile uses host-derived mucus for growth, metabolism, and biofilm formation, revealing metabolic shifts and potential pathogenic mechanisms.

The paper develops a systems biology pipeline to design bacterial consortia that protect against severe Clostridioides difficile infection by targeting amino acid cross-feeding.