In my PhD research (2008-2014), I documented and published that GmSAT1 is a transcription factor (renamed as: GmbHLHm1) which enhances Rhizobium symbiosis and nitrogen fixation (PNAS, 2014, 111: 4814-4819). I also developed an integrative framework of meta-analysis, promoter analysis, and machine learning that provides a foundation to reveal the transcriptomic signature and regulatory circuits governing arbuscular mycorrhizal symbioses (Frontiers in Plant Science, 2018, 12: 1550). Using Medicago as a model plant, I demonstrated that the arbuscular mycorrhiza symbioses inoculation signature obtained is able to differentiate efficiently between inoculated and non-inoculated samples. The AP2 domain class transcription factor, GRAS family transcription factors, and cyclin-dependent kinase were among the highly expressed meta-genes identified in the signature. In silico promoter analysis of upregulated genes in the transcriptomic signature led to identification of the key regulators of AM colonization, including the essential transcription factors for endosymbiosis establishment and development such as NF-YA factors. The above findings suggested the great idea to search for “transcription factors and microRNAs with multiple benefits: such as enhancing Rhizobium and arbuscular mycorrhiza symbioses as well as regulating and promoting response to nitrogen and phosphorous starvation”.  Since 2016, I have held a part-time, research-only position with La Trobe University and The University of Adelaide. My research output (22 peer-reviewed journal articles [6 as first, 2 as second, and 6 as last author], h-index 10) is exceptional at this stage of my career, considering I have experienced 3 long periods of career disruption (pregnancy, caring responsibility, and a medical condition). Notably, I authored 7 publications in 2019 and 2020 alone. According to Web of Science, 14 out of 22 (63.6%) of my papers are published in Q1/Q2 journals (JCR ranking). The average impact factor of the journals I published in since 2014 is 3.19 (based on Web of Science 2018 5-year average). Notably, I am highly accomplished in interdisciplinary research by creative application of novel genomics and computational biology techniques that have resulted many collaboration opportunities.  This has resulted in a strong track record in the innovative application of a range of advanced statistical pipelines, machine learning models, high-performance computing, and computational functional genomics in my research. I am highly collaborative in my approach to science, having published with > 50 co-authors from > 20 institutions. My diverse publication record reflects the strong professional network I have established and my ability to work productively with large teams of researchers from academic as well as industrial sectors. I have built a strong collaborative network between the University of Adelaide and two industry partners, resulted in establishment of Research Agreement contracts with Fullarton Bioengineering Technology (Beijing), China and The University of Adelaide.