Lars and his lab study biosynthesis and functions of human milk oligosaccharides (HMO), complex glycans that represent the third most abundant component in human milk. Recent research from the Bode lab indicates that HMO may reduce protozoan parasite infections, mother-to-child HIV transmission via breastfeeding, and the risk for preterm infant to develop necrotizing enterocolitis. Visit www.bodelab.comfor additional information.