Michael T. Laub is a professor in the Department of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His research focuses on understanding how bacterial cells process information to regulate their own growth and proliferation. By using bacteria as a model organism, he aims to elucidate the detailed molecular mechanisms underlying these remarkable regulatory capabilities. His work is grounded in the desire to gain a deeper and fundamental understanding of cellular functions and evolution, which has significant medical implications, particularly concerning the signaling pathways of pathogenic bacteria that are critical for virulence.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Conducting research and teaching in the Department of Biology, focusing on bacterial communication and regulatory mechanisms.