Microbe-mineral interactions, in particular Microbial iron mineralization, experimental fossilization of microorganisms and biominerals, and the identification of microfossils and fossil biominerals in ancient rocks.<br>Extensive experience with high-resolution electron-microscopy (SEM, TEM, FIB), Scanning Transmission X-ray Microscopy (STXM) at international light sources, Rock Magnetism and Microbiology.<br><br><br>