Erik Bakkeren
Principal Investigator
Erik trained in infection biology and the evolution of pathogens for his PhD and then the ecology of evolution of microbial communities for his postdoc. Erik then started the lab in September 2025 at the University of Calgary. Click here to learn more about his academic journey and CV.
Erik also enjoys mountain running and all things outdoors. Click here to learn more.
Myles Wheeler
MSc Student
Myles recently graduated from the University of Calgary with a B.Sc (Honours) in Cellular, Molecular, and Microbial Biology with a focus in microbial biology. He has previously worked in the Gieg Lab developing eco-friendly biofilm prevention strategies in oilfield pipelines where he has developed experience working with microbial communities and flow cell systems. Myles has begun helping to establish the Bakkeren lab in September 2025 while studying how the microbiome influences antimicrobial resistance spread in the human gut.
Myles enjoys coaching swimming, botany, and bouldering in his spare time!
The Bakkeren Lab 