Dr. Majid Foolad

Professor

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Biography

Majid R. Foolad is a Professor in the Department of Plant Science at Pennsylvania State University, where he has been a faculty member since 1994. He obtained his Ph.D. in Genetics from the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on plant genetics, particularly the breeding of tomatoes with enhanced resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses and improved nutritional quality. Foolad has directed several initiatives to understand the genetic basis of plant responses to various stresses and has significant experience in genetic mapping, QTL analysis, and development of new tomato breeding lines with desirable traits. He has published extensively on topics related to plant genetics, breeding, and disease resistance, contributing to advances in molecular breeding techniques and marker-assisted selection. His educational contributions include teaching courses in plant breeding and resource utilization for undergraduate and graduate students. Foolad is recognized for his dedication to advancing plant science and for his commitment to cultivating the next generation of plant scientists.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Plant Genetics

2003-01-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Leading research and educational initiatives in plant genetics and breeding.

Associate Professor of Plant Genetics

2000-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Conducted research and taught courses in plant genetics and breeding.

Assistant Professor of Plant Genetics

1994-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Engaged in research and educational activities involving plant genetics.

Postdoctoral Associate

1993-01-01 — 1994-01-01

University of California, Davis • Davis, CA

Conducted research in plant molecular genetics.

Research Assistant

1986-01-01 — 1990-01-01

University of California, Davis • Davis, CA

Assisted in research related to vegetable crops and agronomy.

Courses

Plant Breeding - HORT 407 Plant Resource Acquisition Utilization - PLBIO 512 Advanced Plant Breeding - HORT 497B Independent Undergraduate Research - HORT 296 Independent Undergraduate Research - HORT 496

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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