Fredy Altpeter
Assistant Professor
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Research Focus
Dr. Altpeter's research program integrates advanced genetic transformation technology and functional genomics to identify, isolate and engineer limiting factors for molecular improvement of cereals, turf and biomass/bioenergy grasses. Molecular improvement of environmental and biotic stress tolerance will enhance the productivity and persistence of commercially important cereals, turf and biomass grasses and will result in a more efficient use of natural resources. Alternatively, quality improvement in grasses and cereals that are well adapted to stress can significantly increase their value. Lignocellulosic materials produced by biomass grasses are a promising feedstock to produce low-cost ethanol, their improvement using biotechnological approaches will reduce costs associated with biomass conversion to fuel. Risk assessment and development of risk management strategies are essential components of Dr. Altpeter's molecular grass improvement program.
Courses Taught
- AGR 5307, Molecular Genetics for Crop Improvement (Class Web site)
- PCB 5530, Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology
Contact Information
Main Office
2191 McCarty Hall
Mailing Address
Post Office Box 110500
Gainesville , Florida 32611-0500
Telephone
352-392-1823 x. 204, 216, or 218
FAX
352-392-7248
