Deepak Jaiswal's Lab

Our group investigates the dynamic relationship between climate change and plant systems, aiming to both understand the impacts and develop sustainable, science-based solutions.

We study how climate change affects agriculture, focusing on shifts in plant physiological processes and overall productivity. At the same time, we explore how plants can actively contribute to climate change mitigation—ranging from identifying promising biofuel feedstocks that reduce fossil fuel dependence to evaluating the carbon offset potential of dense, biodiverse Miyawaki forests.

Our work also involves sustainable approaches to managing municipal solid waste. We focus on land application of biosolids as a strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil fertility, and support carbon and nutrient cycling in agricultural systems.

In addition, we investigate the role of underutilized and forgotten crops in building climate resilience and ensuring food security. This work supports the diversification of agricultural systems to better adapt to a changing climate.