Environmental Epigenetics Laboratory

16/04/2026

Congratulations 🥳 Happy Singh from Western Sydney U - Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment for meeting the most important milestone in your higher degree journey ---- submitting the PhD thesis 😀

Happy's thesis "Investigating the mechanisms of tomato pollination using electric wand, wind, and sonic device to vibrate floral organs" bridges research innovation with horticultural translation, well done 👍

29/01/2026

The Genetic Rush to Make Mango Blush - Genetics for Next Generation Orchards (GNGO) Program

Researchers are uncovering the genes behind the pink‑red blush and vibrant flesh colour that consumers love — traits that can lift mango value by 20–30%.

Through the GNGO Program, researchers are developing molecular tools to fast‑track breeding, helping growers select better‑coloured, higher‑quality seedlings long before the trees fruit.

Article featured in the 2025/2026 Summer edition of Mango Matters magazine. 'The genetic rush to make mangoes blush', written by PhD candidate Tayyaba Tariq, page 26.

https://www.industry.mangoes.net.au/mango-matters/mango-matters-summer-25/

06/11/2025

Unlocking the Future of Almonds: Genetic Insights for a Resilient Industry

In the Spring 2025 edition of In A Nutshell, the quarterly publication by , Lucky Paudel and A/Prof. Christopher Cazzonelli share groundbreaking research that could reshape the future of almond production in Australia.

Their work delves into the genetics of flowering time, dormancy, and nut quality—key traits that influence yield and adaptability. Using advanced genomic tools, the team is decoding the genetic mechanisms behind these traits to help breeders develop climate-resilient, high-yielding almond varieties tailored to Australian conditions.

This interdisciplinary approach is paving the way for smarter, more sustainable orchards—ensuring the industry thrives in the face of environmental challenges.

Read the article: https://joom.ag/cA2d/p38
🔬🌱 Environmental Epigenetics Laboratory

07/10/2025

PhD Scholarship in Sound Science - Boosting Flower Pollination and Crop Production by Sonication (domestic students only).

Contact A/Prof. Christopher Cazzonelli (email [email protected]) before applications close 31st October 2025

01/10/2025