Stony Brook University · Microbiology & ImmunologyKonopka Mycology Lab
James B Konopka · Stony Brook, New York
Research Focus
Dr. James B. Konopka's lab focuses on understanding how the fungal pathogen Candida albicans increases its ability to cause infections. By examining the role of the plasma membrane in helping this fungus survive harsh conditions and grow invasively in the human body, the team aims to uncover new strategies for developing better antifungal treatments. Their research combines genetics and microbiology to explore how these mechanisms can be targeted in future therapies.
Candida albicansplasma membraneinvasive growthantifungal treatmentspathogenesis
Research Aims
3AIM 01Define how the plasma membrane protects Candida albicans from oxidative stress.
AIM 02Identify mechanisms of invasive growth in Candida albicans.
AIM 03Investigate the role of endocytosis in invasive growth.
Skills the Lab Values
cell culturegenetic screeningmouse modelsbiochemical assaysmicroscopy
Output against the department
Publications133top 48% of dept.233rd of 486
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Citations8.0ktop 45% of dept.219th of 486
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