Dr. Wan-Yi Chiou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agronomy at National Chung Hsing University (NCHU), Taiwan. Her research focuses on crop genetics and genomics, with a particular emphasis on rice, as well as wheat and barley.

She obtained her Ph.D. from Okayama University, Japan, where she specialized in plant stress biology and crop improvement. She has extensive experience in both fundamental and applied research, including gene function analysis, genome sequencing, and breeding-related studies.

Her current research integrates genomics, molecular biology, and breeding approaches to investigate important agronomic traits such as grain quality, flowering time, and stress responses. She is particularly interested in translating genomic discoveries into practical applications for crop improvement.

Our laboratory focuses on crop genetics, genomics, and breeding, aiming to bridge the gap between fundamental research and practical crop improvement. We work mainly on rice, with additional projects on wheat and barley.

Current research in the lab includes:

• Quantitative trait locus (QTL) mapping and population genetics
• Functional analysis of genes related to agronomic traits
• Germplasm evaluation and utilization

Students and interns in our lab will gain hands-on experience in molecular techniques, data analysis, and field-based research. We provide an interdisciplinary environment combining laboratory experiments, bioinformatics, and crop breeding.