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My research interests include the management of rust diseases using genetics, genomics, and molecular plant pathology tools. My research program focuses on (i) developing durable rust resistance in plants, (ii) Host and pathogen genomics, and (iii) Understanding host-pathogen interactions to develop new disease management tools.

Besides science, I love painting, cooking, and cars/motorcycles

I’ve been affiliated with the NDSU Rust Lab since 2010, and with NDSU since 2005 when I began my degree work in the microbiology program. My primary responsibilities with the Rust Lab are the facilitation of all of our greenhouse and field operations, conducting collection of phenotypic data, and helping to train and mentor personnel as they start their careers in plant pathology.

Outside of NDSU I’m employed with the West Fargo Fire Department, enjoy spending time with my kids, and follow a variety of sports.

My research focuses on phenotypic characterization of North Dakota hard red spring wheat germplasm and breeding material against leaf, stem, and stripe rusts, as well as identification of genetic loci associated with resistance via Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS) to facilitate marker-assisted breeding and genomic selection in NDSU spring wheat breeding program. I am also interested in studying genes and proteins involved in host-pathogen interactions.

Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, working out, and watching sports. Roll Herd!

I have an acquaintance with real life agriculture since childhood. I enjoy being in the field working with plants and just admiring how beautiful and sightly they are. Nature's beauty fascinates me all the time. Driven by curiosity, I decided to have a career in agricultural sciences and my MS degree will be a one step forward to my goal of being an agriculture scientist.

When I'm not working, I like spending my leisure time with friends, watching sports, traveling, and exploring new places.

I love working with rust pathogens (aka rusty), studying their interaction with plants, and exploring host resistance against them. I am especially keen on applied aspects of molecular plant pathology, genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics. They enabled me to explore holistic approaches to settle things between plants and rusty to ensure global food supply. Being a bit lazy, I prioritize learning how to code. When I’m not working with rusty, you will find me somewhere doing the coding.

Apart from all this, I enjoy being with friends, reading books, watching movies, and playing badminton and chess.

I'm a biochemistry and molecular biology major here at NDSU. I became involved in this lab because I am curious about genetics and pathology. My goal is to achieve a PhD, but I'm not sure in what subject yet because I enjoy all areas of science!

When I'm not in a research lab or studying, you can find me rock climbing, weight lifting, playing tennis, or relaxing by painting and watching Parks & Rec.

I love relishing on plants and create troubles for farmers and the people above. Some of my buddies are cereal killers because they love cereal crops except rice. The whole rust lab works against me.