plants

Apple genome-metabolome integration

Apples are the most consumed fruit in the US and both anectdotally and actually keep the doctor away. But apple breeding is challenged by many factors. We are working to aid the process of breeding healthier apples by better understanding apple genome-metabolite relationships.

Tomato steroidal alkaloids

We are working to understand the profile and concentrations of tomato alkaloids across germplasm, their genetic control in fruits, and their absorption/distribution/metabolism/excretion/health impact in those who enjoy tomatoes.