Plant Physiology

In an attempt to understand plant function we investigate physiological processes at multiple levels (organelle, cell, tissue, organ and whole plant). The plant physiology cluster at the Waite uses an integrated approach combining a range of novel and established biochemical, electrophysiological, genetic, molecular and physiological assays to explore specific questions. Major research themes include the mechanisms and regulation of ion transport, cell signalling, physiological plant pathology and post-harvest physiology. In particular these themes encompass an interest in nutrient acquisition from the soil, cell specific ion accumulation, the impact of ion changes, redox status and reactive oxygen species (ROS) on plant disease and the mechanisms of ethylene perception in post-harvest fruit and vegetables.

Amanda Able - Plant Physiology & Pathology
Matthew Gilliham - Plant Cell Physiology
Roger Leigh - Plant Cell Physiology
Glenn McDonald -Plant Physiology
Mark Tester - Improving Salt Tolerance in Cereals
Steve Tyerman - Plant and Cell Physiology and Grapevine Physiology