Martha Ludwig

Martha Ludwig is a Professor at the School of Molecular Sciences Institute of Agriculture, The University of Western Australia. She has held roles such as Head of School (2020-2022), Associate Dean (2018-2019), and has coordinated Master's specializations in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Her research focuses on the molecular evolution of C4 photosynthesis, particularly in Flaveria and Neurachninae species. She investigates anatomical and genetic changes using techniques like RNA-Seq, transgenics, and microscopy.

Education: BA in Biological Sciences from Smith College (198?), PhD in Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology from McGill University (198?). Postdoctoral research included work at The University of Melbourne, Queensland University of Technology, and The Australian National University.

Research Interests: Molecular evolution of C4 and CAM photosynthesis, carbonic anhydrase roles, and plant biochemistry. Collaborates with institutions globally, including Heinrich-Heine University (Germany) and the Max Planck Institute (Germany).

Grants and Awards: Received ARC grants (e.g., C4 photosynthesis evolution project) and teaching awards (UWA Faculty Teaching Award 2011, Australian Society of Plant Scientists Teaching Award 2005).

Teaching: Courses include Molecular Biology of the Cell, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Genomics.