Courtney Hu (Magness)

Courtney (Magness) Hu is a skilled Molecular Marker Scientist at Sakata Seed America, Inc. since April 2022, bringing extensive experience in marker-assisted breeding from previous roles at BASF and Bayer CropScience Vegetable Seeds. With a background in supporting breeding programs for watermelon and tomato through the development and implementation of molecular markers, Courtney has contributed to the improvement of disease resistance and quality traits in vegetables. Academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Plant Sciences and dual Bachelor's Degrees in Molecular & Cellular Biology and Physiology from the University of Arizona. Previous research roles at the University of Arizona involved functional characterization of gene responses in plants, showcasing a strong foundation in plant biology and genetics.