Plant Breeding and Acclimatization Institute — National Research Institute, Radzikow, Blonie, Poland
Theme: ICT for the Efficient Use of Crop Genetic Resources by Farmers, Advisors, Scientists, and Breeders
Dr. Jerzy Henryk Czembor is a renowned Polish agricultural scientist specializing in plant breeding, genetics, and plant pathology. Born in Kluczbork, Poland, in 1965, Czembor has made significant contributions to the field of agricultural sciences, with a focus on integrated pest management, plant genetic resources, and sustainable agriculture systems. Czembor holds the position of Professor at the Plant Breeding and Acclimatization Institute – National Research Institute (IHAR-PIB) in Radzikow, Poland.
He has an impressive research record, having published over 260 scientific papers and communications in various prestigious journals. Dr. Czembor's research has been featured in prestigious journals including Agronomy for Sustainable Development (IF 7.3), Journal of Applied Genetics (IF 2.4), Pest Management Science (IF 4.1), Plant Protection Science (IF 1.5), Journal of Integrative Agriculture (IF 4.8), Journal of Phytopathology (IF 1.5), Cereal Research Communications (IF 1.6), and many more. His work has garnered significant recognition, with 682 citations and an H-index of 12 on the Web of Science as of 2023.
Throughout his career, Czembor has undertaken extensive research in several specific areas, including phytopathology, mycology, plant breeding, and breeding for disease resistance in cereals. He has focused on studying powdery mildew and rusts on barley, wheat, and triticale, identifying mechanisms of plant resistance to fungal pathogens, and screening landraces and wild forms of wheat and barley for disease resistance. Czembor's work also encompasses the characterization of genetic resources, molecular breeding, integrated pest management, and the development of sustainable agricultural systems.
In addition to his research activities, Czembor has been involved in teaching and supervision of Ph.D. projects. He has presented numerous lectures and seminars for scientists, breeders, advisors, and students, showcasing his expertise and knowledge in the field. Czembor's research projects and investigations have received funding from national institutions, including the Polish Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. He has played key roles in various research initiatives, focusing on evaluating pathogenicity changes in fungal populations, identifying resistance genes, and developing pre-breeding materials for cereals. Overall, Jerzy Henryk Czembor is a distinguished agricultural scientist who has made significant contributions to the understanding and improvement of plant genetic resources, disease resistance in cereals, and sustainable agriculture systems. His research, publications, and leadership roles have cemented his reputation as a prominent figure in the field of agricultural sciences in Poland and beyond.