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Bahram Samafar,PhD

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Soybean, a globally significant and economically valuable crop, serves as a crucial source of vegetable oil and protein for human and animal consumption. Notably, Canadian soybean cultivation has exhibited a positive trajectory since 2000, with recent growth observed in western Canada. Capitalizing on its abundant resources, Canada aims to expand soybean cultivation further north and west. However, this expansion entails overcoming various challenges, including but not limited to addressing issues related to time of flowering and maturity, seed protein content, response to climate changes, as well as pests and diseases.

To tackle these challenges, in my lab, we use multi-faceted approaches that integrates cutting-edge omics technologies, including but not limited to genomics, functional genomics, and transcriptomics, in conjunction with bioinformatics analysis. This integrated approach enables us to gain insights into the complex molecular mechanisms underlying soybean traits and responses to environmental cues. By elucidating the intricate interplay between soybean genomics and environmental factors, we aim to develop tools (i.e. markers) to enhance soybean improvement efforts, with the ultimate goal of facilitating the successful expansion of soybean cultivation in Canada's northern and western regions.

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