🔬 Lab Spotlight: Molecular Plant Biology Lab 🔬

In today’s Lab Spotlight, we're excited to feature the Molecular Plant Biology Lab at the *Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) in Pune*, where innovative research is transforming our understanding of plant biology and development! 🌿🔍

Led by *Prof. Dr. Anjan Banerjee*, the lab is pioneering the exploration of molecular mechanisms that drive plant development and response to pathogens. Their findings are vital for improving agricultural productivity and sustainability in India. 🌾🔬

🔍 *Key Research Highlights*:

🧬 *miRNA and Plant Development*: The lab delves into the molecular control of plant development, particularly focusing on the role of miRNAs in potatoes and their interaction with pathogens, which is crucial for enhancing yield and disease resistance. 🧠🌱

🛠 *Advanced Molecular Techniques*: Utilizing techniques like deep sequencing and forward genetics, the lab investigates the gametophore development in moss and explores novel models for studying dioecy in plants. 🚀🔬

🎯 *Plant-Pathogen Interaction*: Through their study on the interaction between potatoes and Phytophthora, the lab aims to decode molecular signals that govern plant responses to pathogens, paving the way for developing resilient crop varieties. 🦠🌍

🍽 *Evo-devo Research*: By using moss as a model, their research on evolutionary development offers insights into fundamental biological processes, impacting broader fields of genetics and agriculture. 🌐🔬

For more insights into their groundbreaking research, visit: http://sites.iiserpune.ac.in/%7Eakb/

✍🏻 *Credits*:
Video: Smrutimayee
Content: Rashid

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