Overview
At the Laboratory of Microbiome and Computational Phylogenomics, our core mission is to push the boundaries of computational metagenomics and phylogenomics to unravel the intricate roles of microbial communities.
Research directions
We focus on high-resolution metagenomics and phylogenomics, enabling detailed characterization of microbial communities, including novel strains and their evolutionary relationships. Our work integrates diverse meta-omic data with machine learning techniques to uncover predictive biomarkers for disease onset and progression. We also explore the intricate interactions between host microbes, diet, and cardiometabolic health.
GROUP MEMBERS
Current and past members of the lab are listed on the Laboratory website.
Students interested in computational projects are welcome to contact the PI (f.asnicar@unitn.it) to learn about available projects.
Candidates interested in metagenomics, phylogenomics, and candidates with a strong computational background are invited to contact the PI (f.asnicar@unitn.it) for informal inquiries.