I investigate the genetic architecture, evolutionary history, and stress adaptation of horticultural crops with a primary focus on grapevine genomics (Vitis vinifera) and watermelon (Citrullus lanatus). My work integrates haplotype-resolved genome assembly, transcriptomics, untargeted metabolomics, and functional genetics to dissect disease resistance and fruit quality traits.
| Research Domain | Key Focus & Scientific Questions |
|---|---|
| 🍇 Grape Genomics & Domestication | Haplotype-resolved genome assembly, resequencing, and evolutionary history of ancient Xinjiang cultivars (e.g., 'Munage'). |
| 🍄 Biotic Stress & Pathogenesis | Phytohormonal crosstalk, transcriptional reprogramming, and rootstock-enhanced resistance against Botrytis cinerea and powdery mildew. |
| 🧪 Multi-Omics & Berry Quality | Untargeted metabolomics and transcriptomics uncovering berry cracking mechanisms (VviWRKY50–VviPME39), sugar dynamics, and raisin dehydration. |
| 🧬 Candidate Gene Mining | Functional characterization of Trihelix, Dirigent, BPC, and Laccase gene families for stress tolerance. |
Academic Metrics (Google Scholar): 2,840+ Citations | h-index: 22 | i10-index: 27 | 80+ Verified Peer Reviews
- Corresponding author. Cheng, Y., Yadav, V., and Zhang, C. VviWRKY50-Mediated Repression of VviPME39 Underpins Gibberellin-Induced Resistance to Fruit Cracking in Grape. Plant, Cell & Environment. doi:10.1111/pce.70720
- First author. Yadav, V., Wang, H., Zhang, F., et al. Rootstock-enhanced gray mold resistance through phytohormonal crosstalk and transcriptional reprogramming. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry 236:111430. doi:10.1016/j.plaphy.2026.111430
- Corresponding author. Zhang, C., Lyu, S., Yadav, V. Multi-Variety Metabolomic Profiling Uncovers Conserved and Divergent Metabolites Underlying Antioxidant Potential in Grape Dehydration. Applied Food Research, 102284. doi.org/10.1016/j.afres.2026.102284
- Corresponding author. Zhang, C., Lyu, S., Yadav, V. Untargeted Metabolomics Reveals Color-Dependent Nutritional Variation in Raisins: Insights into Composition and Antioxidant Capacity. Antioxidants 15:401. doi:10.3390/antiox15030401
- Ahmad B, Huawei L, Yadav V, Shuxian R, Yu Y, Zhang D, Liu Z (2026) Integrative genetic and hormonal coordination of endocarp/stone development in drupe fruit. Horticulture Research. doi:10.1093/hr/uhag178
- First author. Yadav, V., Zhang, F., Wang, H., et al. Identification of trihelix transcription factors in grapevine and expression dynamics in response to biotic stress and hormone treatment. Physiological and Molecular Plant Pathology 137:102628. doi:10.1016/j.pmpp.2025.102628
- Zhong, H., Shi, X., Zhang, F., ..., Yadav, V., ..., Hua Xiao. Haplotype-resolved assemblies provide insights into genomic makeup of the oldest grapevine cultivar (Munage) in China. Horticulture Research, uhaf274. doi:10.1093/hr/uhaf274
- First author. Yadav, V., Zhong, H., Patel, M.K., et al. Integrated omics-based exploration for temperature stress resilience: An approach to smart grape breeding strategies. Plant Stress 11:100356. doi:10.1016/j.stress.2024.100356
- Corresponding author. Wang, H., Zhong, H., ..., Yadav, V. Identification of Grape Laccase Genes and Their Potential Role in Secondary Metabolite Synthesis. International Journal of Molecular Sciences 25(19):10574. doi:10.3390/ijms251910574
📚 View More Publications (2020–2023)
- Yadav, V., Wang, Z., Yanliang, G., Zhang, X. (2022). Comparative transcriptome profiling reveals the role of phytohormones and phenylpropanoid pathway in early-stage resistance against powdery mildew in watermelon. Frontiers in Plant Science 13:1016822.
- Yadav, V., Sarker, A., et al. (2022). Integrated biorefinery approach to valorize citrus waste. Chemosphere 293:133459.
- Yadav, V., Wang, Z., et al. (2021). Comparative Analysis, Characterization and Evolutionary Study of Dirigent Gene Family in Cucurbitaceae. Genes 12(3):326.
- Yadav, V., Wang, Z., et al. (2020). Phenylpropanoid Pathway Engineering: An Emerging Approach towards Plant Defense. Pathogens 9(4):312.
- MDPI International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS):
Guest Editor: Genetic and Molecular Diversity Underlying Metal Tolerance and Homeostasis in Plants - MDPI Horticulturae:
Guest Editor: Challenges for Berry Crop Production and Pathogens Protection - New Zealand Journal of Crop and Horticultural Science (Wiley):
Guest Editor: Embryo, Stone, and Fruit Development in Crops: Integrating Breeding, Genetics, and Multi-Omics
- 🌿 ISHS — International Society for Horticultural Science
- 🌱 ASHS — American Society for Horticultural Science
- 🇮🇳 HSI — Horticultural Society of India (Life Member)
- 🥗 ISVS — Indian Society of Vegetable Science (Life Member)
- 🇸🇪 SPPS — Scandinavian Plant Physiology Society (Sweden)
- Office: Institute of Fruit and Vegetable Crops, Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Urumqi, China
- Email: vivekyadav@nwafu.edu.cn | vivek-yadav94@outlook.com
- Personal Academic Site: vimaxxaas.github.io