C. Alice Donaldson Professor
Division of Plant Science & Technology
Interim Director
Research at a glance
Area(s) of Expertise
Research Summary
We have a long-standing interest in sustainable crop production and have an active research program aimed at enhancing crop resource use efficiency, particularly as related to production under drought and heat stress and nutrient limited conditions as well as the combination of these factors. Dr. Fritschi’s program leverages physiological mechanism-based strategies and genetic studies to better understand plant responses to abiotic stress conditions and to reduce the impacts of changing environments on crop productivity. He is also engaged in the development of innovative tools and techniques to better exploit distinct physiological mechanisms in genetic improvement of abiotic stress tolerance.
Educational background
- Ph.D. Plant Biology, University of California, Davis
In the news
April 2, 2025
Felix Fritschi named AAAS Fellow in recognition of contributions to field of crop physiology
April 19, 2024
Felix Fritschi elected President-Elect of Crop Science Society of America
Felix Fritschi elected President-Elect of Crop Science Society of America
April 12, 2023
Felix Fritschi Receives Mumford Award for Outstanding Faculty as Part of 2023 Celebration of Excellence
April 20, 2022
Felix Fritschi Receives Roger L. Mitchell Fellow Award as Part of 2022 Celebration of Excellence
The award honors Roger L. Mitchell, a former dean of the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, by recognizing those who elevate the College through collaboration and innovative thinking.