Eleni Tani

Eleni Tani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Crop Science at the Agricultural University of Athens, affiliated with the Faculty of Crop Science and the Laboratory of Plant Breeding and Biometry. Her research focuses on molecular breeding for stress tolerance in crops, epigenetic mechanisms underlying environmental adaptation, and genetic variability in cultivated species and their wild relatives.

Her work emphasizes the application of '-omics' technologies to improve crop resilience against abiotic and biotic stresses, including drought, salinity, and parasitic weeds like broomrape. She collaborates extensively on projects such as BENEFIT-Med and ZeroParasitic, targeting sustainable solutions for agricultural challenges.

Dr. Tani has authored over 49 peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes, contributing to journals like Agronomy, Frontiers in Plant Science, and International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Her research trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches, integrating genomics, epigenetics, and AI-driven methodologies for crop improvement.

She supervises 4 PhD candidates and has mentored over 10 postgraduate and 30 undergraduate students. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on plant breeding techniques, biotechnology, and experimental design. Office hours are held daily between 12:00 and 15:00 by appointment.

Dr. Tani’s laboratory focuses on translational research bridging basic science and agricultural practice, with ongoing collaborations in Mediterranean crop sustainability and orphan legume revitalization.