In Sessa laboratory, we study molecular mechanisms behind plant immunity and susceptibility to bacterial pathogens 

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On the plant side, we use molecular biology, functional genomics, and proteomics approaches to dissect recognition events and signal transduction pathways that mediate immunity 

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On the bacterial side, we apply genetic and biochemical strategies to unveil the mode of action of bacterial virulence factors that manipulate host functions 

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Our investigation directly impacts agriculture by providing targets and biotechnological strategies for developing disease control solutions against economically important pathogens