Katharina Belt

I am a researcher at The University of Western Australia with expertise in plant molecular biology, crop improvement and sustainable agriculture. My research focuses on improving nitrogen use efficiency and developing more sustainable fertiliser strategies by understanding how crops interact with soils and beneficial microorganisms. I use molecular biology, proteomics, field and glasshouse experiments, and data analysis to investigate how crop genetics and biological inputs influence grain quality, plant performance and food safety. My goal is to translate fundamental plant science into practical solutions that improve agricultural productivity, sustainability and food security.