Slotkin Lab Bringing “Big Idea” to Market

Potentially game-changing technology developed by the Slotkin lab was chosen as one of the first projects of a National Science Foundation/NobleReach Emerge partnership to help commercialize innovative research. The DNA integration technology, which could dramatically accelerate crop improvement, was introduced at the Danforth Center’s Big Ideas 2.0 event. Read more.

Tackling Toxicity and Strengthening Cereals

Andrea Eveland, PhD, is part of a new international project to combat aluminum toxicity—a threat to global agriculture exacerbated by climate change. Supported by the National Science Foundation, her team will conduct new research into maize and sorghum with the goal of developing more resilient cereal crops. Read more.

Rwandan Officials Visit the Danforth Center 

Two Rwandan officials recently paid a visit to the Center, where our efforts to bring disease-resistant cassava to the country were discussed. Learn more about the visit (covered in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch) and how this project can better the lives of smallholder farmers in our new blog post.

Food for Thought

“Conversations” on March 27 attracted viewers from around the world as our expert panel explored how plant science can help create global food security. Missed the event? Read about the highlights or watch the full recording here.

EVENTS: PlantTech Jam | April 27

It’s science, tinkering, and robotics fun for the whole family! This interactive event features hands-on STEM activities that kids and adults alike can enjoy. You’ll even have the chance to learn more about the Danforth Center through a behind-the-scenes tour of our cutting-edge facilities. Don’t delay, get your tickets today!

The Spring Leaflet is Here!

The latest edition of our newsletter, the Leaflet, is available now to read online. Catch up on the most recent inspiring stories from the Center and see the new and exciting ways our community is changing the world together. Get the Leaflet here.

Give STL Day

On May 9, the Danforth Center will be participating in Give STL Day, an online day of giving for local nonprofits. Early giving starts April 24, but if you don’t want to wait, you can join our mission right now by making a gift at danforthcenter.org.

Improved Teff Project Receives Major Funding

Celebrating Black Plant Scientists