Mahendar Thudi
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Mahendar Thudi is a leading researcher in crop genetics and genomics, with a primary focus on enhancing the productivity and resilience of staple crops like sorghum and chickpea. His work integrates high-throughput phenotyping, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and molecular breeding to dissect complex agronomic traits. A notable contribution includes his 2024 GWAS analysis on sorghum, where he employed multiple phenotyping approaches—manual, ground-robot, and drone-based—to identify genomic regions controlling plant height and stem diameter. This multi-platform strategy, cited 4 times, exemplifies his commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies for precise trait mapping. Thudi’s research has significantly advanced the understanding of genetic architectures underlying drought tolerance and yield components, directly supporting the development of climate-resilient varieties. With over 5,000 total citations, his work has shaped modern breeding programs in Asia and Africa. He has also been instrumental in publishing high-impact studies on chickpea genomics and marker-assisted selection, earning recognition as a key figure in agricultural genomics. His efforts continue to bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and field applications, making him a vital resource for students and researchers aiming to tackle global food security challenges.
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