Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Neng Zhao"
- Neng Zhao's research primarily focuses on enhancing rice (Oryza sativa) resistance to biotic stresses, such as rice blast and bacterial leaf streak, using advanced techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9-mediated mutagenesis to develop resilient rice varieties with improved agronomic traits and yield.
- His work also involves exploring the genetic basis of rice coloration and the role of anthocyanins, as well as the identification of quantitative trait loci (QTLs) from wild rice species that can be utilized for breeding enhanced rice cultivars.
- Additionally, Zhao employs transcriptome analysis and proteomics to understand how rice plants respond to pests like the brown planthopper and environmental stressors, ultimately aiming to integrate molecular breeding approaches for sustainable rice production.
