Our lab focuses on the molecular and ecological dynamics of plant-microbe interactions, with an emphasis on understanding disease resistance mechanisms in key crops such as soybean and potato and microbes' virulence strategies for crop improvement and sustainable disease management. Through interdisciplinary research in molecular genetics, disease resistance, pathogen biology, and comparative genomics, we aim to develop novel insights and innovative strategies for environmentally friendly and sustainable crop protection that minimize chemical inputs without reducing yield. Our mission is to contribute to the scientific community through high-impact research, foster collaborations across disciplines, and train the next generation of plant pathologists and crop scientists to address national and global agricultural challenges
