Texas Tech University’s Institute of Crop Genomics for Crop Abiotic Stress Tolerance now houses one of only three phenotyping machines in the world.
This cutting-edge machine will improve research on plant traits and their responses to environmental stress.
According to a press release, the machine’s use will accelerate crop breeding, making it faster and more precise. It will focus on traits like drought tolerance, which is vital for ensuring food security as climate change impacts agriculture.
“This investment is crucial in advancing the goals of the Institute of Genomics for Crop Abiotic Stress Tolerance (IGCAST) and Davis College’s research mission,” said Darren Hudson, Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives & Assessment at Davis College. “It will not only provide new research opportunities but also help attract top researchers and train graduate students.”
