David F. Hildebrand

David F. Hildebrand is a Professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at the University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. His research focuses on plant biochemistry, genetics, and biotechnology, particularly in improving crop quality, lipid/oil metabolism, and pest defense. He holds a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics from the University of Illinois (1982), alongside M.S. (1980) and B.S. degrees (1977) in related fields.

• Experience includes roles at NIH, University of Maryland, and Kyoto University.
• Research emphasizes metabolic pathways, gene manipulation, and triglyceride synthesis in oilseeds like soybeans.

His work bridges fundamental plant science and agricultural applications, aiming to enhance food and industrial uses of crops.