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Sharon Doty is a Professor at the College of the Environment, focusing her research on the significance of the plant microbiome in plant growth, nutrient acquisition, and tolerance to abiotic (drought, heat, pollutants, salt) and biotic (pathogens) stresses. Doty's interdisciplinary approach integrates techniques from molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry. In her outreach and teaching efforts, she highlights the potential of natural plant-microbe partnerships in addressing environmental challenges such as agricultural chemical run-off, climate change, and pollution. Her research is supported by funding from the Department of Energy and the Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission through the Specialty Crops Block Grant Program, where she collaborates with a research team to develop 'plant probiotics' aimed at reducing dependence on chemical fertilizers and pesticides while enhancing the resilience of trees in a changing climate. Additionally, Doty is part of the UW Space Policy Research Center and serves on executive teams for the International Symbiosis Society and the International Poplar Commission, where she chairs the working group on Environmental Ecosystem Services.
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