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March is Women’s History Month, and we’re celebrating the many inspiring women who are working to improve the human condition here at the Danforth Center. Supporting women in science continues to be of great importance; only 28% of the STEM workforce is comprised of women. As we reflect on the significance of this statistic, we asked a few of our scientists to share the most important influences in catalyzing their careers. Read what they had to say.
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Representatives from the Consulate-General of Japan visited the Danforth Center last month to learn about plant science innovations happening throughout St. Louis. The esteemed guests met with Danforth Center leadership, toured our cutting-edge facilities, and learned how the Center is driving the technologies that will change the future for the better. Read the full story.
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The Danforth Center recently hosted the third annual conference of the North American Plant Phenotyping Network (NAPPN), an association for researchers, industry leaders, and scientists of all career stages within the expanding and exciting field of plant phenomics. With hundreds of attendees from more than 15 countries, the conference was an eye-opening exploration of new ideas and provided a promising look at a better tomorrow. Read about it here.
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The new Taylor Geospatial Institute made international waves when it debuted in St. Louis last year. The Danforth Center is one of its founding partners. Learn how plant science and geospatial science are already intricately interwoven in this panel presentation about cutting-edge technology, the future of agriculture, and the role of St. Louis as a global center of excellence in agtech and geospatial. This event is free to the public, but registration is required. Reserve your spot today.
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Principal investigator Doug Allen, PhD was recently profiled in the scientific journal New Phytologist. Offering insights into his life and career, Allen explains why he’s driven to discover, reveals his favorite plant, and shares his top eight tips for young and emerging scientists. Read the full profile.
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You don’t need a pot of gold to make a big difference at the Danforth Center. In fact, for less than the cost of one shamrock Frappuccino per month, your donation could have a big impact. You could help feed the hungry and preserve the environment. You could help inspire a young person to become a scientist. You could help St. Louis attract and grow new businesses. Become a Perennial Partner by setting up a sustaining monthly gift today.
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