Step 3: Draft Statement for Thrust Area Alignment

Use or adapt this text for the alignment section in your application:

“My PhD research focuses on utilizing CRISPR/Cas genome editing and epigenomic tools to enhance crop genetic traits, stress resilience, and yield potential. By identifying key regulatory mechanisms in plant developmental pathways, my work directly contributes to Food Sustainability and Security. This research aims to develop resilient crop varieties capable of withstanding climate variability, thereby supporting sustainable agricultural production, food security, and bio-economic growth in line with Universiti Malaya’s strategic research direction