Byoung-Cheorl Kang

Prof. Dr. Byoung-Cheorl Kang is Professor and Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Seoul National University (SNU-CALS), Korea. A leading expert in plant genetics and molecular breeding, his research focuses on pepper (Capsicum) genomics, disease resistance, and genome editing technologies such as CRISPR/Cas9. He has published extensively on QTL mapping, GWAS, and functional genomics, contributing to advances in crop improvement and sustainable agriculture. Prof. Kang earned his Ph.D. in Horticultural Science from Seoul National University and has served in academic leadership roles since 2006. His work integrates cutting-edge biotechnology to enhance food security and climate resilience.