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Katrina Cornish is an Adjunct Professor at The Ohio State University (Wooster Campus), focusing on natural rubber science, plant-based bioproducts, and sustainable materials engineering. Her work bridges agricultural biotechnology and industrial applications, particularly in rubber dandelion (Taraxacum kok-saghyz) and guayule (Parthenium argentatum).
- Email: cornish.19@osu.edu
- Contact: 330-263-3982
- Location: Wooster Campus
Key research areas include:
- Rubber biosynthesis and latex processing in plants
- Genetic engineering for enhanced rubber yield and quality
- Development of medical radiation shielding materials
- Industrial waste valorization for rubber composites
- Drought stress impacts on rubber-producing species
- Eco-friendly alternatives to Hevea rubber
Her recent publications (2022–2025) emphasize electrofermentation of food waste, hydroponic cultivation of rubber dandelion, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, and innovative extraction methods using modified flocculants and thermal cycling. She also explores radiation-attenuating latex films and allergen mitigation strategies in medical devices.
Scientific honors include the Goodyear Medal Address, recognizing her contributions to natural rubber diversification.
