We explore why some individuals are better at fighting off infections than others. Our research focuses on how parasites, sexual selection, and differences between the sexes shape the immune system in wild animals. We use a range of species to understand how these evolutionary pressures affect immune genes and disease resistance across vertebrates.

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We are mapping the house mouse hybrid zone in Schleswig-Holstein, and you can help. Whether you’d like to contribute or simply learn more, visit our House Mouse Hybrid Zone Project website.