Dr. Hudson Takano earned his Ph.D. in Herbicide Physiology and Biochemistry from Colorado State University where his research redefined the current understanding of glufosinate’s mode of action. He is globally recognized for his expertise in herbicide mode of action and resistance research, with a track record of 70 peer-reviewed publications, 29 patents, and 10 Book Chapters. Dr. Takano is a recipient of several awards, including Outstanding Early Career Scientist (SBCPD, 2024) and Outstanding Promising Young Scientist (SASE, 2024), and Outstanding Graduate Student (WSSA, 2020). He currently leads a crop protection discovery program for novel modes of action at Corteva Agriscience and is an active member of the Global Herbicide Resistance Action Committee (Global HRAC).