معرفی
Subba Reddy Palli is a Professor and Department Chair at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky. Additionally, he serves as the State Entomologist of Kentucky and Co-director of CAMTech (Center for Arthropod Management Technologies), an NSF I/UCRC. His academic profile includes leadership in entomology research with a focus on molecular mechanisms in insect pests.
- Ph.D., University of Western Ontario (1987)
Research Focus: Palli's work spans molecular entomology, RNA interference, and epigenetic regulation in insects. Key areas include:
- Mechanisms of RNA interference
- Hormonal and nutritional regulation of development
- Epigenetic control of gene expression
- Molecular basis of insecticide resistance
- Genomics of pest species
- CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing in insects
Scientific Contributions: Among his 15 most recent publications, Palli has advanced understanding of:
- RNAi delivery optimization via nanoparticles
- Epigenetic factors in mosquito and beetle reproduction
- Temperature effects on RNAi efficacy
- Mechanistic links between histone modifications and hormone action
Awards & Recognition: Includes the Michael Goodin Global Aspirations Award.
Academic Leadership: Overseeing the Department of Entomology and directing CAMTech research initiatives.
