Melvin Prasad
Postdoc
DTU National Food Institute
Research Group for Microbial Biotechnology and Biorefining
Henrik Dams Allé
Building 201 Room 204
2800 Kgs. Lyngby
Danmark
plant pathology Epigenetics Abiotic stress Molecular biology Gene editing PGPR Plant Biology
My research focuses on using gene editing technologies and next-generation approaches to develop crops with enhanced resilience to environmental stresses and diseases. I leverage advanced molecular biology tools to improve drought tolerance, disease resistance, and nutrient efficiency in plants, contributing to sustainable agriculture and global food security. By integrating CRISPR-based gene editing, synthetic biology, and plant biotechnology, I aim to engineer crops with optimized water-use efficiency, enhanced resistance to pathogens, and improved adaptability to changing climates. I also explore applications in hydroponic systems to develop high-yield, resource-efficient crops suited for controlled-environment agriculture. Through this work, I strive to support sustainable food production, biodiversity conservation, and climate-resilient farming solutions.