My laboratory works on the molecular plant-microbe interactions using pepper -Xanthomonas euvesicatoria and watermelon-Acidovorax citrulli as two model plant-pathogen systems.
We have also worked on the genetic improvement of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum), in order to improve biofuel-related traits and resistance to both abiotic and biotic stress.
Another on-going project is to manipulate Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) to help improve plant health/production under a controlled environment.