Dr. Melinda Engevik
Melinda Engevik earned her Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati and joined the Department of Regenerative Medicine & Cell Biology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in 2020. Mindy's work delves into the intricate relationships between microbes and their hosts – specifically, how commensal bacteria in the gut secrete metabolites that strengthen the mucus barrier and promote overall health. Her research also explores how pathogens can disrupt this barrier, leading to disease. By uncovering these microbial interactions, Mindy’s findings offer critical insights into maintaining gut homeostasis and developing new strategies for combating infections.
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