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Unraveling the Mystery of Perennial Wheat: A Root Structure Imaging Study

May 17, 2023 at 9:07 am | Updated May 15, 2023 at 3:35 pm | 12 min read

Wheat is one of the most important cereal crops in the world, providing a substantial portion of the global population’s caloric intake. In recent years, researchers have been working to develop perennial wheat varieties that would allow the crop to survive for multiple years without the need for replanting. This wheat saves resources, reduces environmental… Continue reading…

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

Hunter Weber | April 12, 2023

Join us for an in-depth exploration of RootSnap!, the effortless root analysis software from CID Bio-Science. Our webinar will take you through the latest release of RootSnap! and show you how to navigate and apply its suite of analysis tools. You’ll also get best practices for image collection and processing, as well as insights into… Continue reading…

Rootsnap! Training Pt. 1: Setting Up Your Project and Importing Pictures with Rootsnap!

Hunter Weber | April 12, 2023

Get ready to take your root imaging to the next level! Join CID Bio-Science’s application scientist, Kendra Ellertson, in the first part of our three-part series on using Rootsnap! software. In this tutorial, Kendra will guide you through setting up your project, importing pictures, and getting yourself ready to start tracing roots. With Rootsnap!, you… Continue reading…

Top 10 Questions Plant Scientists Ask About Photosynthesis Analysis Methods and Tools

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kinhal | April 10, 2023

Photosynthesis is one of the most important physiological processes for plants and ecosystems. The number of areas and themes are increasing as research on this topic gets multidisciplinary due to its potential applications. Measurement and analysis of photosynthesis are necessary for these studies. This blog covers the top 10 questions plant scientists consider about photosynthesis… Continue reading…

The Hidden Half of Plants – A Conversation with Christophe on Root Physiology

Hunter Weber | April 10, 2023

Plant researchers have long been fascinated by the hidden half of plants – their root systems. Roots are critical to plant growth and survival, but their functioning is often overlooked. That’s why we were thrilled to speak with Christophe Jourdan, an experienced researcher with almost 30 years of expertise in root physiology. In this blog… Continue reading…

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

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kinhal | March 27, 2023

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…

Turning Trees into Fossil Fuels: An Interview with Jonathan Cumming on Bioenergy Innovation

Hunter Weber | March 22, 2023

Our latest conversation with Jonathan Cumming, a plant physiologist from the Center for Bioenergy Innovations (CBI), reveals the latest breakthrough in sustainable biofuels. This article delves into CBI’s fascinating mission to turn lignin into aviation fuel. From genetic manipulations to selecting genotypes with beneficial traits, Jonathan shares insights into the project’s innovative approaches to optimizing… Continue reading…

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