جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Rosaceae Genomics
• Plant Genetics
• Fruit Crop Improvement
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Dr. Amparo Monfort is a researcher at the Institut de Recerca i Tecnologia Agroalimentàries (IRTA) and affiliated with the Centre de Recerca en Agrigenòmica (CRAG) . She specializes in Rosaceae genomics with a focus on strawberry and melon species. Genomics and Biotechnology Program member Expert in resistance gene mapping and functional genomics Research Interests : Genetic analysis of disease resistance (powdery mildew, anthracnose) Development of genomic tools for polyploid crops Functional characterization of fruit quality traits Comparative genomics across Rosaceae species Transposable element analysis in plant genomes Key Publications Trends : Focus on GWAS for strawberry resistance, SSR marker development, resistance gene homologs in melon, and polyploid genomic resources. Works bridge Arabidopsis model systems with applied crop improvement. Scientific Contributions : Development of NIL collections for trait analysis Creation of high-density SNP arrays for strawberry Elucidation of melon resistance gene clusters Advancing polyploid genomic prediction models Collaborative Networks : Works with international teams across Spain, Italy, USA, and Sweden. Collaborates on projects involving strawberry, melon, peach, and Rubus species.

Shiaoching Gongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Tau Pathology
• Microglial Biology
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Shiaoching Gong serves as Associate Professor of Research in Neuroscience at the Brain and Mind Research Institute, Weill Cornell Medical College since 2018. Their work bridges molecular neuroscience, genetic engineering, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms with continuous National Institute on Aging funding. B.S. from Xiamen University (China, 1983) Ph.D. from State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn (1990) Research focuses on Alzheimer's disease pathogenesis through three interconnected pillars: (1) Microglial responses to tau pathology involving cGAS-STING-IFN pathways and TREM2 variants, (2) Development of BAC transgenic models for neurodegenerative diseases, and (3) Mechanistic studies of tau propagation using human iPSC models. Recent work reveals how APOE3 mutations confer tau resilience and how AD risk alleles drive microglial senescence. Publication analysis shows consistent leadership in BAC engineering methodology since 2002 alongside high-impact disease mechanism studies. The 15 most recent papers demonstrate increasing focus on neuroimmune interactions in tauopathies (2022-2025), with earlier work establishing foundational BAC protocols still heavily cited (>1700 citations for 2003 Nature paper). No scientific awards are explicitly listed in source materials. Gong serves as Co-Investigator on NIA-funded research "Elucidate the Roles of Alzheimer's Disease Variants in Gene Expression and AD Phenotypes" (2022-2027), indicating active grant leadership. While no formal students are named, their extensive publication record with trainee co-authors suggests significant mentoring activity within the Brain and Mind Research Institute. Research occurs within the Brain and Mind Research Institute's neuroscience ecosystem, leveraging Weill Cornell's transgenic core facilities for BAC model development and human iPSC-based disease modeling.

• Plant Molecular Cytogenetics
• Genetic Crop Improvement
• Karyotype Evolution
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Dr. Marina Iovene is a dedicated researcher at the Institute of Biosciences and BioResources (IBBR-CNR) in Portici, Italy, focusing on plant molecular cytogenetics and genetic crop improvement . Her career spans over 15 years, including significant roles at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2004-2012) and University of Naples-Federico II (2001-2006). Dr. Iovene's research explores the evolution of karyotypes , structural chromosomal changes , and satellite repeats in crops and their wild relatives. She has made groundbreaking contributions to understanding centromere evolution in potatoes and sex chromosome emergence in Vasconcellea parviflora. Her work leverages in vitro culture techniques and wild crop relatives for enhancing agricultural production. Her extensive publication record includes 24 peer-reviewed journal articles , with recent studies on grapevine structural variation (2024), blueberry polyploidy (2023), and carrot genome evolution (2016). Notably, she co-authored a Nature Genetics cover study on carrot genome sequencing. Dr. Iovene maintains active collaborations with international institutions like University of Wisconsin-Madison and Van Deynze Lab , contributing to global plant genomics initiatives.

Jim Correllمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Pathology
• Fungal Genetics
• Agricultural Sciences
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Jim Correll is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology at the University of Arkansas. His roles include serving as Director of the Experiment Station (DREX) and leading research on plant pathogens. He holds a B.S. from Pennsylvania State University, and M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, specializing in Plant Pathology. His research focuses on fungal and oomycete pathogens, particularly in vegetable crops and rice. He employs molecular and genetic tools to study pathogen diversity, virulence evolution, and host resistance. Key areas include Colletotrichum, Fusarium, and Verticillium species, as well as diseases like downy mildew and rice blast. His work integrates applied and basic research, emphasizing integrated disease management strategies. Correll has conducted international collaborations in over 20 countries, addressing crop diseases and pathogen biology. He has received numerous awards, including the John White Outstanding Research Award and election as an APS Fellow. His contributions span teaching, mentoring, and advising graduate students, with notable recognitions for his mentorship. He has authored over 90 publications, focusing on pathogen genetics, molecular markers, and disease resistance. His research also includes projects funded by organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, targeting durable rice blast resistance through genomic analysis.

• Comparative Evolutionary Genomics
• Genome Sequencing
• Bioinformatics
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Rod A. Wing is the Bud Antle Endowed Chair Professor at the University of Arizona's School of Plant Sciences, part of the College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences. He leads research in structural and evolutionary genomics of crop plants, focusing on rice (Oryza species), maize, and other plants. His work includes international genome sequencing projects and bioinformatics initiatives. Education: B.A. Biochemistry, UC Berkeley (1980) Ph.D. Genetics, UC Davis (1987) Research Interests: Wing's lab specializes in comparative genomics, genome sequencing technologies, and the application of genomic data to improve crop plants. Key projects include the Oryza Map Alignment Project and the International Rice Genome Sequencing Project. Affiliations & Leadership: He holds primary faculty roles in Biodiversity & Evolutionary Biology, Genetics & Epigenetics, and Genomics, Bioinformatics, & Systems Biology. His lab collaborates globally to generate reference genomes for all 24 Oryza species. Labs/Teams: Directs the Wing Lab, renowned for its contributions to crop genomics and bioinformatics resources, including BAC library construction and distribution.