Eric Schranz

Eric Schranz is a Full Professor in Biosystematics at Wageningen University & Research, leading research in plant genomics and evolution. His work focuses on phylogenomics, genome evolution in Brassicaceae, and developmental genetics, with significant contributions to understanding polyploidy and synteny in plants.

His research integrates:

• Comparative genomics of angiosperms
• Evolution of plant immune systems
• Crop trait genetics (rice, Brassica, indigenous species)
• Transcriptomic analysis of development

Recent publications (2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on:

• Evolutionary mechanisms in crop species
• Genomic approaches to plant metabolism
• Developmental genetics across species

Currently supervises PhD projects on:

• Apomixis induction in dandelion
• Saproxylic biodiversity restoration
• Salicornia biomass optimization
• Brassica crop resistance
• Rice incompatibility genetics