2026 Thornton-Massa Lecture Series: Systems Biology of Root Development with Dr. Siobhan M. Brady

Dr. Siobahn Brady is a professor at UC Davis and Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator and specializes in the regulation of gene expression in plant roots. Her research integrates genomics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics to understand how transcriptional networks control root development and response to environmental stress. By dissecting these complex regulatory pathways, she aims to uncover the mechanisms that enable plants to adapt to changing conditions, contributing to advancements in agricultural biotechnology and crop improvement. Her work is pivotal in developing resilient plant varieties for sustainable agriculture.