Ross W. Whetten
Associate Professor
- Office: 5231
- Tel: 919-515-7578
- Fax: 919-515-8149
- Email: Ross_Whetten@ncsu.edu
My research program is changing direction, following my return from a two-year leave of absence spent working in the private sector. My past research efforts can be grouped into four general categories.
- Genetic Mapping
- Peach
- Eucalyptus species and hybrids
- Pine
- Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
- Pine lignin biosynthetic enzymes
- Peach flavonoid biosynthesis
- Pine Genomics
- EST sequencing in differentiating pine xylem
- Microarray analysis of gene expression in differentiating pine xylem
- Gravitropism
- Protein kinases in maize plants responding to a gravity signal
My interests are now focused more on technology development and application to
practical problems in tree improvement and disease management. See my current research page for a description of
current and planned projects.
My background in molecular biology and biochemistry provides students with interests in forestry and environmental sciences an opportunity to gain experience in modern laboratory techniques while working to solve practical problems facing forests in the modern world.
Students (either undergraduate or graduate) with interests in bridging the gap between laboratory research in biochemistry and molecular biology and field applications in tree improvement, population biology, or environmental monitoring are welcome to contact me (email preferred) to discuss possible research projects.
See my biographical sketch for more information on my background and publications.
last modified Apr 30, 2008 by Ross Whetten