Welcome to the Johnson Lab in the School of BioSciences at The University of Melbourne

Our lab uses plant biotechnology to improve the nutritional quality of staple crops that are important for food and feed. We are particularly interested in increasing the bioavailability of iron and zinc through an approach known as biofortification. We also investigate how plants respond to environmental challenges including elevated atmospheric carbon dioxide, heat and nutrient limitation. Our goal is to develop more nutritious and resilient crops for a food-secure future. Please explore our website and recent publications to learn more about our work.