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The Labboratory of Plant Molecular Genetics (PMG) was started in 2007. The key research area in PMG is the study of genes controlling flower and seed development to increase rice yield. Rice is a model plant for biological research, and a major staple food for about half of the world. Populations several factors affect seed production in rice. Currently, research areas in PMG include male sterility used for hybrid seed production, and salt and drought stresses. We are trying to understand molecular mechanisms controlling plant growth and plant response to different environments. Understanding these processes is important for future breeding and genetic engineering efforts.