Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1995
Title: The Innovative Contributions of Eva Czarnecka
Introduction
Eva Czarnecka is a prominent inventor based in Gainesville, FL (US). She has made significant contributions to the field of plant biotechnology, particularly in the area of gene expression in response to heat shock. Her work has implications for agricultural practices and plant transformation techniques.
Latest Patents
Czarnecka holds a patent for a "Heat shock promoter and gene." This invention involves the isolation and sequencing of a plant heat shock promoter from soybean. It has been demonstrated to induce gene expression in response to temporary heat shock. The invention utilizes the disclosed plant heat shock promoters for constructing promoter/structural gene chimeras that are expressible in plant cells when exposed to heat shock. The reporter gene β-galactosidase was expressed transiently in response to a heat shock signal. Furthermore, this invention allows for the application of heat shock inducible chimeras as a detection method for successful transformation of plant cells.
Career Highlights
Czarnecka is associated with Mycogen Plant Science, Inc., where she continues to advance her research and innovations. Her work has been instrumental in enhancing the understanding of plant responses to environmental stressors.
Collaborations
Czarnecka has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Joe L Key and William B Gurley. These partnerships have contributed to the success and impact of her research in the field.
Conclusion
Eva Czarnecka's innovative work in plant biotechnology exemplifies the importance of research in addressing agricultural challenges. Her contributions, particularly in gene expression related to heat shock, pave the way for advancements in plant transformation techniques.