Emeritus Professor Shu Fukai
Emeritus Professor

Shu Fukai

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Background

Professor Shu Fukai obtained his BAgSci (Biological Science) from Tokyo University. He then went on to undertake his PhD Studies at Adelaide University on a study of canopy photosynthesis in subterranean clover. This was followed with postdoctoral studies at the University of California, Davis. He spent 3 years at Macquarie University as a tutor in Biological Sciences. He then joined UQ as an academic staff member. Much of Prof. Fukai’s research at UQ has focused on crop physiological understanding of genotypic variation in abiotic stress resistance and of different cropping systems. During his time at UQ he has supervised many postgraduate students and has been the School Postgraduate Coordinator for the past 5 years.

Availability

Emeritus Professor Shu Fukai is:
Available for supervision

Fields of research

Crop and pasture production Food sciences

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Agricultural Science, University of Tokyo
  • Doctor of Philosophy, University of Adelaide

Research interests

  • Cropping intensification in SE Asia

    This research has been funded from ACIAR since 1992 when we examined rice variety improvement program in Thailand and Laos. Subsequent phases have included rice improvement strategy; breeding strategies for rainfed lowland rice in Laos and Cambodia; as well as low temperature problems in Laos and Australia.These phases involved characterization of the physical environment, genotype responses to adverse conditions such as drought, low temperature and low soil fertility, comparison of different selection strategies, and development of direct seeding. In subesquent work we have examined agronomic management in lowland rice-based cropping systems in Laos and Cambodia with a focus on introducing non-rice crops such as maize, soybean and mungbean into the croping system.Our current ACIAR project (2014-18) is focused on mechanization and value adding for diversification of lowland cropping systems in Lao PDR and Cambodia.

  • Cold tolerance in rice

    A RIRDC funded rice project 'Cold tolerant traits and QTLs for improved efficiency of rice breeding program' has commenced in late 2012 where we examine low temperature tolerance in rice, mostly targeting the NSW rice industry. The major objective of the project is to improve understanding of cold tolerance in terms of underlying physiological mechanisms and the molecular basis (genomics) of traits involved in the maintenance of cold tolerance.

Research impacts

Much of Prof Fukai’s research at UQ has focused on physiological understanding of tropical crops in particular rice. The major research themes include the development of sound rice based cropping systems for the rainfed lowland in the Mekong region, particularly Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. Another major research theme is to examine the physiological adaptation of genotypes for adverse growing conditions, particularly drought, low temperature, salinity, frost and low soil N, for the cereal crops rice, sorghum, wheat and barley, as well as Cynodon species.

Some major research achievements and impacts include:

• Development of drought screening for rainfed lowland rice

• Establishment of sound double cropping systems in rainfed lowlands in SE Asia

• Understanding of magnitude and mechanisms of cold tolerance in rice

• Development of sound direct seeding method for rice in Laos

• Contribution to release of rice varieties such as VTE450-2 in Laos and elsewhere

Search Professor Shu Fukai’s works on UQ eSpace

368 works between 1982 and 2025
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1995

Journal Article

Growth and yield of sorghum lines extracted from a population for differences in osmotic adjustment

Tangpremsri T., Fukai S. and Fischer K.S. (1995). Growth and yield of sorghum lines extracted from a population for differences in osmotic adjustment. Australian Journal of Agricultural Research, 46 (1), 61-74. doi: 10.1071/AR9950061

Growth and yield of sorghum lines extracted from a population for differences in osmotic adjustment

1995

Journal Article

Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. I. Light interception, crop growth and grain yield

Thomas and Fukai, S. (1995). Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. I. Light interception, crop growth and grain yield. Australian Journal of Agricultural Research, 46 (1), 17-33. doi: 10.1071/AR9950017

Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. I. Light interception, crop growth and grain yield

1995

Journal Article

Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. II. Root growth and soil water extraction pattern

Thomas, Fukai, S. and Hammer, G.L. (1995). Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. II. Root growth and soil water extraction pattern. Australian Journal of Agricultural Research, 46 (1), 35-48. doi: 10.1071/AR9950035

Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. II. Root growth and soil water extraction pattern

1995

Journal Article

Growth and grain yield of contrasting rice cultivars grown under different conditions of water availability

Jearakongman, Suwat, Rajatasereekul, Satit, Naklang, Kunnika, Romyen, Panya, Fukai, Shu, Skulkhu, Ekasith, Jumpaket, Baley and Nathabutr, Keson (1995). Growth and grain yield of contrasting rice cultivars grown under different conditions of water availability. Field Crops Research, 44 (2-3), 139-150. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(95)00050-X

Growth and grain yield of contrasting rice cultivars grown under different conditions of water availability

1995

Journal Article

Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. III. Water use efficiency, transpiration efficiency and soil evaporation

Thomas and Fukai, S. (1995). Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. III. Water use efficiency, transpiration efficiency and soil evaporation. Australian Journal of Agricultural Research, 46 (1), 49-60. doi: 10.1071/AR9950049

Growth and yield response of barley and chickpea to water stress under three environments in southeast Queensland. III. Water use efficiency, transpiration efficiency and soil evaporation

1994

Journal Article

Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars III. Phenological development, crop growth and grain yield

Lilley J.M. and Fukai S. (1994). Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars III. Phenological development, crop growth and grain yield. Field Crops Research, 37 (3), 225-234. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(94)90101-5

Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars III. Phenological development, crop growth and grain yield

1994

Journal Article

Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars II. Physiological responses to soil water deficit

Lilley J.M. and Fukai S. (1994). Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars II. Physiological responses to soil water deficit. Field Crops Research, 37 (3), 215-223. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(94)90100-7

Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars II. Physiological responses to soil water deficit

1994

Journal Article

Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars I. Rooting pattern and soil water extraction

Lilley J.M. and Fukai S. (1994). Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars I. Rooting pattern and soil water extraction. Field Crops Research, 37 (3), 205-213. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(94)90099-X

Effect of timing and severity of water deficit on four diverse rice cultivars I. Rooting pattern and soil water extraction

1993

Journal Article

Water extraction by grain sorghum in a sub-humid environment. I. Analysis of the water extraction pattern

Robertson, M. J., Fukai, S. and Hammer, G. L. (1993). Water extraction by grain sorghum in a sub-humid environment. I. Analysis of the water extraction pattern. Field Crops Research, 33 (1-2), 81-97. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90095-5

Water extraction by grain sorghum in a sub-humid environment. I. Analysis of the water extraction pattern

1993

Journal Article

Water extraction by grain sorghum in a sub-humid environment. II. Extraction in relation to root growth

Robertson, M.J., Fukai, S. and Hammer, G.L. (1993). Water extraction by grain sorghum in a sub-humid environment. II. Extraction in relation to root growth. Field Crops Research, 33 (1-2), 99-112. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90096-6

Water extraction by grain sorghum in a sub-humid environment. II. Extraction in relation to root growth

1993

Journal Article

Modelling root growth of grain sorghum using the CERES approach

Robertson, M.J., Fukai, S., Hammer, G.L. and Ludlow, M.M. (1993). Modelling root growth of grain sorghum using the CERES approach. Field Crops Research, 33 (1-2), 113-130. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90097-7

Modelling root growth of grain sorghum using the CERES approach

1993

Journal Article

Intercropping - bases of productivity

Fukai, S. (1993). Intercropping - bases of productivity. Field Crops Research, 34 (3-4), 239-245. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90116-5

Intercropping - bases of productivity

1993

Journal Article

Radiation interception and growth of maize/cowpea intercrop as affected by maize plant density and cowpea cultivar

Watiki, J. M., Fukai, S., Banda, J. A. and Keating, B. A. (1993). Radiation interception and growth of maize/cowpea intercrop as affected by maize plant density and cowpea cultivar. Field Crops Research, 35 (2), 123-133. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90145-D

Radiation interception and growth of maize/cowpea intercrop as affected by maize plant density and cowpea cultivar

1993

Journal Article

Adaptive research for intercropping: steps towards the transfer of intercrop research findings to farmers' fields

Fukai, S. and Midmore, D. J. (1993). Adaptive research for intercropping: steps towards the transfer of intercrop research findings to farmers' fields. Field Crops Research, 34 (3-4), 459-467. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90126-8

Adaptive research for intercropping: steps towards the transfer of intercrop research findings to farmers' fields

1993

Journal Article

Processes determining intercrop productivity and yields of component crops

Fukai, S. and Trenbath, B. R. (1993). Processes determining intercrop productivity and yields of component crops. Field Crops Research, 34 (3-4), 247-271. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(93)90117-6

Processes determining intercrop productivity and yields of component crops

1992

Journal Article

Agronomic modification of competition between cassava and pigeonpea in intercropping

Cenpukdee, U. and Fukai, S. (1992). Agronomic modification of competition between cassava and pigeonpea in intercropping. Field Crops Research, 30 (1-2), 131-146. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(92)90062-E

Agronomic modification of competition between cassava and pigeonpea in intercropping

1992

Journal Article

Cassava/legume intercropping with contrasting cassava cultivars. 1. Competition between component crops under three intercropping conditions

Cenpukdee, U. and Fukai, S. (1992). Cassava/legume intercropping with contrasting cassava cultivars. 1. Competition between component crops under three intercropping conditions. Field Crops Research, 29 (2), 113-133. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(92)90082-K

Cassava/legume intercropping with contrasting cassava cultivars. 1. Competition between component crops under three intercropping conditions

1992

Journal Article

Cassava/legume intercropping with contrasting cassava cultivars. 2. Selection criteria for cassava genotypes in intercropping with two contrasting legume crops

Cenpukdee U. and Fukai S. (1992). Cassava/legume intercropping with contrasting cassava cultivars. 2. Selection criteria for cassava genotypes in intercropping with two contrasting legume crops. Field Crops Research, 29 (2), 135-149. doi: 10.1016/0378-4290(92)90083-L

Cassava/legume intercropping with contrasting cassava cultivars. 2. Selection criteria for cassava genotypes in intercropping with two contrasting legume crops

1992

Journal Article

Genotypic Variation In Response to High Temperature at Flowering In Common Bean (Phaseolm Vulgaris L.)

Agtunong, T. P., Redden, R., Mengge-Nang, M. A., Searle, C. and Fukai, S. (1992). Genotypic Variation In Response to High Temperature at Flowering In Common Bean (Phaseolm Vulgaris L.). Australian Journal of Experimental Agriculture, 32 (8), 1135-1140. doi: 10.1071/EA9921135

Genotypic Variation In Response to High Temperature at Flowering In Common Bean (Phaseolm Vulgaris L.)

1991

Journal Article

Alternative methods of irrigation for rice production in tropical Australia

Borrell, A. K., Fukai, S. and Garside, A.L. (1991). Alternative methods of irrigation for rice production in tropical Australia. International Rice Research Newsletter, 16 (3), 28-28.

Alternative methods of irrigation for rice production in tropical Australia

Past funding

  • 2018 - 2022
    Traits of importance for aerobic 'DryRice' varieties for the southern Australian rice industry
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2016
    Adoption study on project CSE/2006/041: Increased productivity and profitability of rice-based lowland cropping systems in Lao PDR
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2019
    Mechanization and value adding for diversification of lowland farming systems in Lao PDR and Cambodia
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2016
    State of the art hydro-sprigging technology to expand the Australian Turfgrass industry
    Horticulture Australia Limited
    Open grant
  • 2014
    Review of ACIAR project CSE/2009/037 Improved rice establishment and productivity in Cambodia and Australia in Cambodia.
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2018
    Cold tolerant traits and QTLs for improved efficiency of rice breeding program
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2011
    Scientific Exchange: Marcelo Paytas - World Cotton Research Conference, India 2011
    Cotton Catchment Communities CRC
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2015
    Investigation of the plant production and water use of forages irrigated with CSG water
    UniQuest Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2011
    Trait based water efficiency improvement in rice
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2009 - 2014
    Breeding Drought Tolerance for Rainfed Lowland Rice in the Mekong Region (CIMMYT project led by BRRD)
    Bureau of Rice Research and Development
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2010
    Eco-Turf: Water and nutrient use efficient turfgrasses from Australian biodiversity
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2012
    Diversification and intensification of rainfed lowland cropping systems in Cambodia
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2012
    Increased productivity and profitability of rice-based lowland cropping systems in Lao PDR
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2009
    Investigation of rice kernel cracking and its control in the field and during post-harvest processes in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam
    Hassall and Associates International
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2006
    Low Temperature Tolerance of New Hardwood Species Corymbia - Hybrids and Modulation by Boron Nutrition
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2005
    Nutriomics of Iron (fe) Sink-Source Relationship in Rice During Grain-filling
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2006
    A Simulated Study on Water Availability in Rainfed Lowland Rice Ecosystem
    International Rice Research Institute
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2006
    Investigation of Structure Relaxation Of Paddy During Drying
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2003 - 2006
    Improving drought resistance in rainfeed lowland rice for the Mekong Region : Use of new conventional approaches and molecular tools
    Rockefeller Foundation, The
    Open grant
  • 2002
    Assessment of the effectiveness of Grow Green products on improving yield and biomass of short season crop species
    Grow Green Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2002 - 2003
    Research and extension network to provide farm communities in three Mekong-region countries with drought resistant varieties of rice
    Rockefeller Foundation, The
    Open grant
  • 2002
    Association of glycinebetaine and dhurrin with drought tolerance/stay-green in Sorghum
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2002
    Development of a manual - Breeding rice for tolerance to drought
    Rockefeller Foundation, The
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2004
    Genetic and physiological studies of frost resistance in wheat and role of glycinebetaine
    Grains Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2003
    Increasing cold tolerance in rice by selecting for high polyamine content
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2001
    Travel Grant - Angelo Massignam to attend the 10th Australian Agronomy Conference, Hobart
    Grains Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2005
    Bioscience Australia Pty Ltd Project - School of Land and Food Science
    Bioscience Australia Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2000 - 2006
    Increased Productivity of Rice-Based Cropping Systems in Lao PDR, Cambodia and Australia
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 1999 - 2001
    Agronomic and molecular aspects of osmoprotectant application and cold tolerance in rice
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 1998 - 2000
    Improved Nutrient Management for Sustainable Production of Tropical Crops in Indonesia and Australia
    ARC Collaborative Grant (SPIRT)
    Open grant
  • 1998 - 2000
    Improved nutrient management for sustainable production of tropical crops in Indonesia and Australia
    ARC (Australian Postgraduate Award-Industry)
    Open grant
  • 1998 - 2000
    Improved nutrient management for sustainable production of tropical crops in Indonesia and Australia
    Pivot Ltd
    Open grant
  • 1998
    Travel grant for staff and students to attend 9th Australian Agronomy Conference, Wagga Wagga (July 20-23)
    Grains Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 1996 - 2000
    Plant breeding strategies for rainfed lowland rice in Northeast Thailand and Laos.
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 1994 - 1999
    Drought resistance in rice.
    Rockefeller Foundation, The
    Open grant

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