Scientists have long been fascinated by the individuality and social lives of bacteria. It turns out that even when they share the same genes, bacteria can behave in diverse ways, helping each other survive through sharing tasks or hiding each other from harm. They collaborate to form biofilms, resilient communities that make infections tough to treat. Dr. Kuchina is delving into this microbial world using cutting-edge genomic technology. By studying the behavior of individuals within bacterial communities, she aims to develop strategies to combat stubborn infections and improve the health of our gut microbiota, the complex community of microorganisms in our digestive system. Register here.