Min-Yao Jhu

Min-Yao Jhu is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Crop Science Centre, affiliated with the University of Cambridge and the Department of Plant Sciences. Her research focuses on plant-microbe interactions, parasitic plant biology, and nitrogen fixation mechanisms.

• University: University of Cambridge
• Department: Department of Plant Sciences
• Academic Rank: Researcher
• Key Research Areas: Parasitic Plants, Host-Parasite Interactions, Nitrogen Fixation, Plant Genetics

Jhu's work explores the genetic and molecular regulation of symbiotic and parasitic plant interactions. Her recent publications highlight advancements in nitrogen fixation biology, parasitic plant resistance mechanisms, and spatial transcriptomics techniques for studying plant development.

Her research has significant implications for sustainable agriculture, particularly in reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers and enhancing crop resilience against parasitic plants like Cuscuta campestris.