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CID Bio-Science Inc’s Advanced Tools: Providing a Holistic Picture of Plant Performance for Plant Science Research

March 27, 2023 at 3:40 pm | Updated March 27, 2023 at 3:42 pm | 12 min read

Multifaceted experiments that examine complex internal plant responses to environment and management are standard and require equally sophisticated measuring and analyzing devices. A new generation of onsite plant science devices gives novel, rapid, and precise insights into above- and below-ground processes to advance and accelerate research. Scientists can use the tools to study diverse morphological… Continue reading…

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kinhal | March 20, 2023
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Interesting Photosynthesis Research in 2022

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kinhal | March 13, 2023

Photosynthesis is crucial for crop yield improvement, forest management, and environmental protection. Increasingly research on photosynthesis is cross-disciplinary. Some studies combine photosynthesis with fields wide apart, like cancer cures, plastic degradation, or computers. Read further about the most striking photosynthesis research emerging last year, 2022.  1. Photosynthesis for cancer cure? Figure 1: Jiang et al.… Continue reading…

Leaf Spectroscopy at the Fingertips: Cutting Edge Crop Management With the CI-710s SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer

Hunter Weber | March 9, 2023

Discover modern leaf spectroscopy with the  CI-710s SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer! This powerful, handheld device allows for rapid, non-destructive plant stress measurement, with the ability to measure transmission, absorption, and reflection, along with many other plant stress and pigment indicators using built-in indices. Whether you’re working in crop optimization, forest productivity, sustainability, or environmental research, the… Continue reading…

Insider Look: Unearthing the Secrets of Root Growth Vigor with Ehsan From True Organic’s R&D Department

Hunter Weber | March 8, 2023

In a recent conversation with Scott (CID), Ehsan shared his work in the R&D department of True Organic, where he focuses on improving crop vigor by creating a better environment for crops. Specifically, he discussed using rhizotrons to measure and visualize root growth in response to various fertilizer treatments. Although Ehsan encountered some difficulties and… Continue reading…

RootSnap! Webinar: From Root Imaging to Analysis – Best Practices and Applications

Hunter Weber | March 7, 2023

Request a quote | Schedule a consultation Join us for an in-depth exploration of RootSnap!, the effortless root analysis software from CID Bio-Science. Many plant researchers are having a problem today of being unable to see what’s going on with their crops below the surface without destroying the crop. This software, combined with a root… Continue reading…

The 10 most-cited Studies on Root Research in 2022

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kinhal | March 6, 2023

Roots are vital for resource acquisition and transport, determining plant growth, ability to withstand stress, and biomass accumulation. However, roots can also be affected by the environment and soil flora and fauna. Being underground, the root system, the “hidden half of plants,” has only lately been studied in detail after the development of modern tools… Continue reading…

Top 105 Essential Resources for Plant Science Professionals: Updated for 2023

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kinhal | March 1, 2023

As plant science continues to play a critical role in creating a healthier, more sustainable planet, the demand for the latest resources and technologies in the field has never been greater. CID Bio-Science is dedicated to providing precise, portable, and non-destructive measurement tools that allow plant researchers to advance our understanding of the natural world.… Continue reading…

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