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Plant Biology
Michigan State University
Dr. Yongsig Kim and his team are measuring photosynthesis efficiency to assess plant growth under different temperatures using advanced technology at Michigan State University.
Read More About What They're DoingUniversity of Florida
Dr. Germán Sandoya at the University of Florida is developing heat-resistant lettuce varieties by focusing on those that withstand bolting and tipburn, using controlled environment experiments to study growth and energy efficiency.
Read More About What They're DoingAuburn University
Dr. Neha Potnis at Auburn University is testing microorganisms that enhance tomato plant growth and resilience to temperature fluctuations. The goal is to identify beneficial microorganisms by testing their effects on tomato and lettuce plants.
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Auburn University
Dr. Wells is evaluating seasonal crop rotation and polyculture in greenhouses to reduce energy consumption while maintaining yields. He plans to investigate targeted climate control for plant meristems using inflatable ducts.
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Dr. Mortley is studying light management strategies, including summer shade cloth and winter supplemental lighting, to optimize crop production and energy use.
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