Center for Molecular Agrobiology (CMA) performs cutting-edge research in plant genetics and breeding to address the most pressing challenges of food security and sustainable agricultural development. CMA is leading innovation in plant science and recognized for its impact in China and the world. CMA is committed to three main research areas: (1) Dissecting the genetic basis of important agronomic traits of major crops systematically and identifying gene function underlying the control of plant growth, development, and environmental adaption. (2) Developing efficient gene pyramiding technologies, such as chromosome engineering, genome editing, and molecular design breeding, to facilitate an effective assembly of beneficial alleles for the breeding of elite varieties. (3) By combining the understanding in the genetics of agronomic traits and gene pyramiding technologies, CMA designs and creates novel germplasms with favorable agronomic traits including high yield, superior quality, high nutrient efficiency, and improved tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses.