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Dr. Pruneda-Paz's research centers on the molecular mechanisms of the circadian clock and its control over critical biological processes, particularly in plant-pathogen interactions. His laboratory investigates how the circadian clock enables organisms to anticipate environmental changes, providing adaptive advantages that enhance survival and fitness. Through interdisciplinary approaches including forward and reverse genetics, he focuses on identifying key components of transcriptional regulatory networks that shape the plant's defense responses. His research holds potential for transforming our understanding of plant microbial infections and has significant implications for agricultural productivity and sustainability. Additionally, his work contributes to the broader understanding of highly conserved regulatory networks involved in immune defenses across a range of organisms.
University of California, San Diego • La Jolla, CA
Teaching and conducting research in plant biology and circadian rhythms.
Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).