Dr. Terence Hwa's lab at UC San Diego focuses on understanding how bacteria like E. coli and other species respond to their environments by studying their physiology at a quantitative level. The lab uses advanced techniques to measure proteins, genes, and metabolites, allowing them to develop models that explain bacterial behavior and regulation. This research could lead to new ways to manage human pathogens and design effective probiotics.

Dr. Wouter-Jan Rappel's lab at UC San Diego focuses on understanding and improving treatments for atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart arrhythmia that can lead to serious complications like stroke. The lab is developing advanced computational methods to analyze electrical activity patterns in the hearts of AF patients. By creating detailed models based on patient data, the team aims to improve the effectiveness of ablation procedures used to treat AF.

Dr. David Kleinfeld's lab at UC San Diego studies how the brain controls movements involved in vital activities like breathing and eating. They focus on understanding the neuronal circuits that coordinate these actions, particularly looking at how rhythmic behaviors like licking and chewing are regulated. The research integrates experimental work with computational modeling to uncover the mechanisms that allow for flexible and precise motor control.