Andrea Krisai

Andrea Krisai M.Sc. is a researcher at the Institute of Crop Breeding and Genomics within the Department of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Her work focuses on the intersection of plant science and food allergy research, specifically targeting wheat allergens and developing hypoallergenic crop varieties.

Her primary research interests include:

• Immunogenic properties of wheat proteins, particularly amylase-trypsin inhibitors
• Development of diagnostic technologies for allergen detection
• Crop breeding techniques for hypoallergenic plant development
• Analysis of antibody responses in wheat-dependent hypersensitivity diseases
• Application of genomics in food safety improvement

Dr. Krisai's recent publications reveal a focused research trajectory on understanding and mitigating wheat allergies through innovative approaches. Her work centers on developing specialized diagnostic tools including wheat allergen chips and microarray systems that enable precise measurement of allergen-specific antibody responses. This research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between agricultural science, molecular biology, and clinical immunology, with practical applications for food safety and allergy management.

As project staff on the 'Development of hypoallergenic plants' research initiative (2020-2024), she has contributed to breeding approaches aimed at reducing allergenic properties in wheat. Her collaborative work with researchers across multiple institutions demonstrates the interdisciplinary nature of her research program.