Like human, plants get sick upon the infection of pathogenic bacteria, fungi, viruses and etc. We are broadly interested in exploring how plants defense themselves by activating specific molecular pathways, including the perception of pathogen-assocaited molecular patterns via membrane receptors, defense signaling mediated by phytohormones, and the transcriptional control by different families of transcription factors. Applicants with plant science background are encouraged to apply. A monthly stipend of up to TWD 15,000 will be provided.