Ric de Vos

Ric de Vos is a researcher at Wageningen University & Research in the Applied Metabolic Systems group. His work spans metabolomics, plant biology, and interactions between genetics and environmental factors. He has collaborated internationally on agricultural and molecular biology projects.

His research focuses on:

• Metabolomics for plant defense and human health
• Plant-insect interactions (e.g., Thysanoptera)
• Genetic regulation of plant metabolites (glucosinolates, flavonoids)
• Applications in crop improvement and gut health

Recent publications highlight his work on strawberry development, Brassica genetics, and potato seed tuber physiology. He contributes to datasets in metabolomics and participates in media discussions on plant breeding and defense mechanisms.