Genetic Agricultural Biodiversity (genetic agrobiodiversity) focuses its research on the subset of biodiversity directly or indirectly linked to agriculture. Biodiversity and agriculture are deeply interconnected, with farming practices significantly impacting biodiversity, while biodiversity itself is crucial for agricultural production (e.g., pollinators and soil organisms). Biodiversity also offers solutions to emerging challenges, such as domesticating new species, tapping into natural gene pools, and unlocking the genetic potential of landraces. Our unit use a variety of methods from phenomics, remote sensing and deep learning to genomics and quantitative genetics. Our thematic scope ranges from biodiversity monitoring and sustainable agriculture to fundamental research. By expanding the agrobidodiversity research in QGG, we aim to positively impact biodiversity conservation, food security, and climate change resilience.
Geissmann, Q. (PI) & Lauritsen, M. D. (Participant)
01/01/2025 → 31/12/2027
Project: Research
Geissmann, Q. (PI) & Schweiger, O. (Participant)
01/02/2024 → 31/01/2027
Project: Research
Geissmann, Q. (PI), He, Z. (Participant) & 814966, 8. (Participant)
01/01/2024 → 31/12/2028
Project: Research