Postdoctoral Scientist

Yu Sugihara

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Bio

My research is focused on understanding molecular coevolution between plants and pathogens. I'm specifically interested in the evolution and diversity of plant NLR immune receptors and how they respond to pathogen Avr (avirulence) / effector proteins.

Job history

  • 2025 -

    Team Leader

    The Sainsbury Laboratory, Norwich, UK
  • 2024 - 2024

    Postdoctoral Scientist

    Iwate Biotechnology Research Center, Japan
  • 2023 - 2024

    Postdoctoral Scientist

    The Sainsbury Laboratory, Norwich, UK
  • 2020 - 2023

    PhD Student

    Kyoto University, Japan
    Graduate School of Agriculture