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Dr. Pao Theen See is a Research Fellow at Curtin University's School of Molecular and Life Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on fungal plant pathogens, particularly Pyrenophora tritici-repentis (causal agent of wheat tan spot), with expertise in molecular genetics, genomics, and pathogen-host interactions. He collaborates with the Centre for Crop Disease Management (CCDM) to advance crop disease management strategies.
Dr. See's work integrates genomic, biochemical, and field-based approaches to investigate pathogen virulence mechanisms, effector proteins, and toxin production. Key contributions include genome sequencing studies (using PacBio and Oxford Nanopore), secretome profiling, and molecular characterization of effector genes like ToxA and ToxB. His research also supports breeding programs by identifying novel genetic resistance sources in wheat.
Notable research trends include: 1) dissecting fungal effector biology and their roles in pathogenicity, 2) exploring genomic plasticity and horizontal gene transfer in pathogens, and 3) developing molecular tools for pathogen detection and disease resistance assessment. His work spans both fundamental molecular studies and applied agricultural solutions.
Labs/Teams: Active member of the Centre for Crop Disease Management (CCDM), collaborating with national and international institutions in plant pathology research.
