Research involves signals and symbiotic interaction with the nematode-bacterium complex.
Objective is the improvement of in vitro production systems. Liquid media are incubated with P. luminescens for 24 h prior to the inoculation of nematode dauer juveniles. The nematodes develop to self-fertilizing hermaphrodites and produce offspring. Applicants should have experience in biochemistry. Knowledge in microbiology and nematology are beneficial.