Eilidh Anderson
- University of Glasgow
I completed my undergraduate degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology) at the University of Glasgow, where I developed a passion for impactful research that has the potential to address global challenges and improve lives. A summer studentship investigating the effects of phosphate availability on root system architecture particularly fascinated me, sparking my interest in plant science and inspiring me to pursue a PhD in this field. Outside the lab, I enjoy spending time in nature, hillwalking and camping with friends.
My PhD project explores the spatial organisation of the signalling networks that control root responses to phosphate, an essential but often limited plant nutrient. By unravelling these molecular mechanisms, I aim to further our understanding of the signalling networks that drive differential responses to low phosphate in the main and lateral roots of Arabidopsis thaliana. This research will provide a foundation for enhancing the ability of crops to explore limited phosphate resources by optimising root system architecture, potentially leading to more sustainable agricultural practices.