Jianping Wang

Dr. Jianping Wang is Professor of Genomics in the Agronomy Department at the University of Florida. Her research investigates molecular mechanisms of crop traits like disease resistance, stress tolerance, and nitrogen fixation in key agricultural species.

Current projects focus on:

• Peanut nodulation genetics and rhizobial symbiosis
• Sugarcane orange rust resistance mechanisms
• Biomass optimization in energy cane
• Epigenetic regulation in crop plants

Her team employs integrated approaches including molecular biology, genomics, epigenomics, and field phenotyping. Recent publications explore multi-omics approaches for biomass enhancement, heat stress adaptation strategies, and diagnostic tools for sugarcane diseases.

Research outcomes contribute to sustainable agriculture through improved crop varieties and reduced input requirements.