Sylvie Cloutier

Sylvie Cloutier is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biology. Her research focuses on genomic studies of biotic and abiotic stress resistance in wheat and flax, including microRNA roles in stress tolerance and genetic potential in crop wild relatives. She specializes in analyzing large datasets from Next-Generation Sequencing and bioinformatics.

Research Interests include Genomics, Genetics, Epigenetics, Wheat, and Flax. Notable contributions include work on leaf rust resistance genes in wheat and genome-wide association studies in flax. She leads a lab conducting cutting-edge studies on crop improvement and fatty acid biosynthesis.

Publications highlight advancements in transposable element annotation, flax genome mapping, and QTL analysis for seed traits. Collaborative efforts address global agricultural challenges, emphasizing sustainable crop development.