Dr. Jake Brunkard, Assistant Professor in the Laboratory of Genetics, is featured in the latest issue of GROW magazine, where he discusses how his lab is uncovering the potential of an ancient cellular process that could benefit plants, people, and even pets.
In the feature article, “Target of Opportunity”, Brunkard shares insights into how fundamental research in plant genetics can ripple across disciplines, from improving crop resilience to revealing new perspectives on human and animal health. The piece highlights his lab’s curiosity-driven approach, connecting molecular mechanisms in plants to broader biological principles that span species.
The GROW profile captures the spirit of discovery driving Brunkard’s research in the Genetics Department and the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, further emphasizing how foundational genetics research at UW-Madison continues to spark innovation across disciplines.
Read the full article here: “Target of Opportunity” by Susan Lampert Smith