Dr. Hao-Xun Chang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology at National Taiwan University (NTU). He earned his bachelor's degree from NTU between 2007 and 2011, followed by a Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign under the mentorship of Dr. Glen Hartman from 2012 to 2016. Postdoctoral research positions at the USDA/University of Illinois (Dr. Glen Hartman's team) and Michigan State University (Dr. Martin Chilvers' team) further enriched his expertise in plant pathology. His research interests encompass genome-wide association studies (GWAS), fungal genetics and biology, molecular plant-microbe interactions, genetics and genomics of plants and fungi, microbiome studies, and next-generation sequencing data analyses. Dr. Chang has contributed significantly to the scientific community, serving as a Senior Editor for the journal Plant Disease, BMC Plant Biology, BMC Genomics, and  PLOS ONE for years. Dr. Chang also holds the “Microbiome and Plant Health” in the Plant Animal Genome (PAG) conference for years, reflecting his impact on the field.

The Plant Pathology & Data Analysis Lab at NTU, led by Dr. Chang, is dedicated to advancing the understanding of plant diseases through a combination of traditional pathology and modern data analysis techniques. The lab is located in Room 812/816 of the MK Innovation Hall within NTU's College of Bio-Resources & Agriculture. The team comprises researchers and graduate students who collaborate on various projects aimed at deciphering the complexities of plant-pathogen interactions. The lab emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating molecular biology, bioinformatics, and quantitative genetics to address pressing topics in plant health. Recent recruitment efforts highlight the lab's focus on studying fungal pathogens, microbiomes, and plant resistance mechanisms. The lab fosters a collaborative environment, welcoming international scholars and offering opportunities for postdoctoral fellows, Ph.D. students, and research assistants to engage in cutting-edge research.

At the Plant Pathology & Data Analysis Lab, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences feel valued and empowered. Science thrives when diverse perspectives come together, and we actively support the inclusion of underrepresented groups, including LGBTQ+ individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and cultural diversity.