Neal D. Hammer

This study defines the S. aureus CymR-dependent and -independent sulfur starvation responses using chemically defined growth conditions and identifies key sulfur sources and their regulatory mechanisms.

This study identifies DtpT as the primary dipeptide transporter in Staphylococcus aureus and reveals its role in glutathione uptake, enhancing bacterial survival in macrophages.

This study shows mucin glycoproteins enable surface dispersal of Staphylococcus aureus and S. epidermidis through mucin lubrication and quorum sensing-regulated surfactant peptides.