Breah LaSarre

Dr. Breah LaSarre is a Research Scientist at Iowa State University, specializing in microbiology, genomics, and bacterial interactions. Her work spans plant pathology, bioethanol production, and microbial mutualism.

Education:

• Ph.D., Microbiology and Immunology, University of Illinois at Chicago (2013)
• B.A., Biology and Spanish, Illinois College (2005)

Research Interests:

• Bacterial genetics and genomics
• Plant-pathogen interactions
• Mechanisms of cross-feeding in microbial communities
• Photosynthetic and denitrification pathways
• Adaptation to extreme environments
• Quorum sensing and biofilm formation

Publication Trends:
Her research focuses on bacterial genomics, with recent work on Serratia ureilytica virulence in cucurbit diseases, nitrogen assimilation in bioethanol production, and light-induced stress responses. Earlier studies emphasize genome sequencing of prosthecate bacteria, denitrification mechanisms, and quorum sensing in pathogenic streptococci.