Bio

• Degree Program: M.S., Crop Science
• Previous Degrees: B.S., Crop Sciences, University of Illinois
• Advisor: Dr. Earl Taliercio
• Thesis: Characterization of the Effects of Extreme Temperature on Germination and Elevated Ozone Stress Response in Wild Soybean and Expanding Genetic Diversity for Abiotic Stress Resistance within the Soybean Gene Pool.
• Thesis Date: 2016-08-05

Research

Developing Populations of cultivated soybeans (Glycine max) crossed with wild soybean (Glycine soja) to expand biodiversity in the soybean gene pool. I also am characterizing abiotic stress responses of wild soybean and identifying sources of resistance using gene expression studies. These sources can then be used to design crosses and characterize progeny.