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Plants’ ability to obtain and utilize elements is an essential function of life. But little is known about the genes behind the process. Principal Investigator Ivan Baxter, PhD will lead a new project to expand understanding in this area. The information gleaned could help improve food crops’ nutritional value, reduce fertilizer usage, and more. Read the full story.
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Principal Investigator Malia Gehan, PhD, was recently selected to be part of the Taylor Geospatial Institute’s inaugural class of TGI Fellows. The five individuals chosen are recognized as rising stars and renowned scientists. The Danforth Center is a founding member of the TGI, which seeks to position St. Louis as a global geospatial leader. Read more.
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Pluton Biosciences, a St. Louis start-up that uses microbes to create sustainable agricultural products, recently closed a $16.5 million Series A funding round. In 2020, Pluton was chosen for the Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2), which pairs the Danforth Center’s unique talent and resources with promising agtech start-ups. Read more.
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Ketra Oketcho is the 2023 recipient of the William H. Danforth Graduate Fellowship. Each year, this fellowship supports one outstanding plant science PhD student whose research demonstrates great promise. Ketra is working to speed the development of disease-resistant cassava—a crop crucial to the people of her home country, Uganda. Learn more.
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George Fonyo has been an integral part of the Danforth Center community from the start. Today, at 96 years old, he is an inspiration, keeping up a brisk schedule as a volunteer, donor, and community ambassador. Learn more.
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At a time when the rights and lives of LGBTQ+ individuals are being increasingly threatened both here and around the world, we affirm our unwavering support for the LGBTQ+ community and honor that community’s contributions to science and society. Learn more about our values.
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The Danforth Center’s 2022 Annual Report is available now. Learn about the breakthroughs, innovations, and achievements of 2022. Discover how Danforth Center scientists, through the power of plant science, are helping improve the lives of future generations. Read the Report.
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