My research aims to understand and manipulate meiotic recombination in crop species, particularly barley and wheat, to enhance breeding efficiency and support the development of climate-resilient cultivars. I investigate the genetic, molecular, and chromatin-based mechanisms that regulate chromosome pairing, crossover formation, and genome stability during meiosis. My work has identified key genes controlling recombination and demonstrated how environmental factors such as temperature can influence recombination landscapes. Using molecular genetics, genomics, proteomics, and emerging AI-driven approaches, I develop strategies to increase useful genetic variation available to breeders. The overall goal is to accelerate crop improvement and contribute to sustainable agricultural production under changing environmental conditions.