Profile
Abstract
Vajiheh Safavi-Rizi is a group leader (Habilitand) in the Departments of Plant Physiology and General and Applied Botany at the Institute of Biology. She contributes to teaching practical courses of plant physiology and general botany as well as conducting research on the responses of plants and microalgae to abiotic stress, particularly in the context of climate change, e.g. flooding, drought, and nitrogen deficiency. Moreover, she investigates the role of nitric oxide (NO), a small signal molecule involved in the stress signaling of plants and algae. Her research aim is to uncover the details of the underlying molecular mechanisms and major players involved in stress tolerance to develop more resistant crops. This is essential for ensuring food supply for the ever-growing population even under adverse environmental conditions.
More information can be found here:
https://safavi-rizilab.weebly.com/
Sustainable Resilience Development
Project 1: Flooding Resilience & Nitric Oxide Signaling Dynamics
Flooding is a major stress affecting plant growth. Nitric oxide (NO) is key in plant responses to flooding. Our research advances NO signaling to enhance plant resilience, promoting sustainable agriculture and food security.
Key Research Areas:
- Identifying NO-responsive genes
- Exploring NO cross-talk with other molecules
- Developing biosensors for NO detection
Project 2: Marker Genes & AI-Assisted Nitrogen Fertilizer Optimization (NAIFM)
BMBF-Funded Initiative within the ArtIFARM Alliance
This BMBF-funded project collaborates with universities, research institutions, and industry to optimize nitrogen fertilizer use. Our goal is to reduce costs and environmental impact by improving nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) through marker genes and AI.
Key Research Areas:
- Developing NUE marker gene databases
- Enhancing AI-driven nitrogen management
- Conducting field trials
For more, visit: ArtIFARM - NAIFM Project
https://artifarm.hochschule-stralsund.de/index.php/projekte/naifm/
For collaborations or B.Sc. and M.Sc. projects, contact Dr. Vajiheh Safavi-Rizi.
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Leipzig University
2021-Present
- Leader of the Plant Physiology Internship (teacher education)
- Leader of the Practical Course and Relevant Lectures for General and Applied Botany (teacher education)
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University of Greifswald
2017-2021
- Bachelor-Plant Physiology practical course
- Bachelor-Specialization Internship, Plant Physiology practical course
- Master Internship-Plant Stress Physiology practical course
- Master-Biological Interactions of Plants Lecture
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Free University of Belrin
2010 - 2014
- Bachelor-Experimental methods practical course
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University of Isfahan
2006-2008
- Training Course, Plant Cytogenetics and Genetics