Microbial interactions involved in colonization of food animals by foodborne pathogens and the interplay required for gene transfer of resistance or virulence genes from the microflora to pathogens in the animal host.
Development, validation and implementation of molecular tools into on-farm surveillance program for foodborne pathogens.
Ecology of antibiotic resistance and foodborne pathoens in the food production environment.
Salmonella and niche adaptation.