Host
Defence
Host - Bacteria interactions
Microbiota
In collaboration with TNO we aim to develop a long-term microbial co-culture on primary nasal epithelial cultures.
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Host - Virus interactions
Rhinovirus
We study host-virus interactions with focus on Rhinovirus as an important contributor to COPD and asthma exacerbations. We study anti-viral immunity in patient-derived materials and for example in connection to whole cigarette smoke exposure.
Host - Biofilm interactions
Biofilm
We develop epithelial co-cultures with various biofilms to study interactions and test responses to various compounds.​
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Host - Virus interactions
Farm Dust
Together with the group of Prof. Hermelijn Smits we investigate protective effects of farm dust exposure of the airway epithelium in the context of asthma.
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Antimicrobial Peptides
Host Defense Peptides
In collaboration with external collaborators, we study the role of host defense peptides in antibiotic-resistant infections.
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