Researchers in my lab are interested in understanding plant evolution using approaches in bioinformatics,molecular phylogenetics, comparative genomics and ecological genetics. The main research goal is to provide the interested students/ researchers with the cutting-edge research experience that they can apply to their future career. Some active projects are:
Identification and Characterization of Stress Responsive Genes in Crops
- Mitogen Activated Protein Kinase (MAPK) families in legumes and other crop species
- Disease/Pest resistance Genes (R-genes) in legumes and other crop species
Ecological Genetics of Both Native and Invasive Plant Species
- Molecular Systematics (e.g. Taxonomy and phylogeny of the genus Morus)
- Community phylogenetics, and population genetics of native plants
- Introduction history and genetics of invasive species (e.g. Sickleweed)