| Dr.Thiem's research focuses on viral pathogens of insects. She is interested in understanding the molecular basis of viral pathogenesis. The objective of these studies is to develop new biorational methods for controlling insect pests. These issues are addressed using a baculovirus model system. Specific goals include determining the factors that control the expression of baculovirus genes, identifying and characterizing the genes that are responsible for limiting or extending baculovirus tissue and host range, and characterizing the host response to baculovirus infection. |
Dr. Suzanne Thiem
Associate Professor
University of Idaho (1989)
smthiem@msu.edu
201B CIPS
(517) 432-1713 |