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Danforth Center Awarded $8 Million DOE ARPA-E Grant to Accelerate Research on Sorghum as Bioenergy Crop

Tuesday, June 30, 2015
The $8 million grant awarded to the Danforth Plant Science Center will be led by Todd Mockler, Ph.D., Geraldine and Robert Virgil Distinguished Investigator at the Danforth Center.

Girls STEAM Ahead at the Danforth Center

Wednesday, June 24, 2015
“The inaugural STEAM program generated excitement and enthusiasm all around," said Toni Kutchan, Ph.D., vice president for research at the Danforth Center. "The future looks bright for science, technology, engineering and math careers for these young women and girls!” 

Plant Pulse

Friday, June 19, 2015
The Plant Pulse is a feature of the Danforth Center Roots and Shoots Blog that includes a sampling of interesting stories about agriculture, the environment, food security, climate change, bioenergy, events, and the impact of plant science.

St. Louis Conservation Thought Leaders Featured at Summer Conversations Program

Tuesday, June 02, 2015
Join us at the Danforth Center on Thursday, June 11, 2015!

Coveted Grant Won to Elevate the Existing Plant Science Ecosystem

Friday, May 29, 2015
“This multi-institutional grant will help the plant science research and innovation ecosystem in St. Louis to continue on the path toward overcoming our greatest global challenges,” said Sam Fiorello.

Intern’s Experience Furthers Efforts to Develop More Productive Crops

Thursday, May 21, 2015
Prestigious Goldwater Fellowship Awarded to Danforth Center REU Intern

Plant Pulse

Friday, May 15, 2015
The Plant Pulse is a feature of the Danforth Center Roots and Shoots Blog that includes a sampling of interesting stories about agriculture, the environment, food security, climate change, bioenergy, events, and the impact of plant science.

There Are Many Meaningful Reasons to Donate, But I’m Involved Because…

Monday, May 04, 2015
“I appreciate the synthesis of global and local at the Danforth Center," said John Kemper, member of the Danforth Leadership Council. "Its mission speaks to perhaps the most pressing and serious issues that humanity faces today – hunger and environmental stewardship."

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Give STL Day – An Opportunity to Improve the Human Condition through Plant Science

Monday, April 27, 2015
SAVE THE DATE! On Tuesday, May 5, 2015 you'll have the opportunity to support the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in a 24-hour online giving event.  

Preserving Natural Resources for Future Generations

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

“We share a mutual responsibility as stewards of this Earth,” stated Nathaniel. “Stewardship of mother Earth is part of our collective and individual duty. We are all in this together.”

Plant Pulse

Thursday, April 16, 2015
The Plant Pulse is a feature of the Danforth Center Roots and Shoots Blog that includes a sampling of interesting stories about world hunger and malnutrition, food security, climate change, biofuels, agriculture, the environment, conferences and events, and the impact of plant science.

2015 Conversation Series Opens with Discussion About Conservation

Thursday, April 09, 2015
The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center's Conversation Series will kickoff the 2015 series on Thursday, April 16, 2015. 

Student Lab Intern Develops Automated Plant Imaging System

Monday, March 30, 2015
High school intern was a key player in the Nusinow lab at the Danforth Center over winter break. 

Water Efficiency for 9 Billion People

Monday, March 23, 2015
Water is the foundation for all forms of life and it is absolutely necessary for our environment to flourish.

HOW THE SCIENCE OF WATER UPTAKE WILL IMPROVE FOOD & FUEL

Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Water-use efficiency is an important factor for all crops around the globe, and will be a vital component of sustainable agriculture.

Water is Food and Fuel

Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Celebrating World Water Day on March 22.

Water Sustainability for Global Agriculture

Tuesday, March 03, 2015

A day for water and water for sustainable development 

Plant Pulse

Tuesday, February 24, 2015
The Plant Pulse is a feature of the Danforth Center Roots and Shoots Blog that includes a sampling of interesting stories about world hunger and malnutrition, food security, climate change, biofuels, agriculture, the environment, conferences and events, and the impact of plant science.

What do you LOVE about the Danforth Center?

Friday, February 13, 2015
In recognition of Valentine’s Day, employees expressed what they love about working at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center.

Celebrating Makers at the St. Louis Raspberry Pi Jam

Friday, February 06, 2015

The Danforth Center’s Maker Group hosted its first community event, St. Louis Raspberry Pi Jam, from 1 P.M. - 5 P.M. Nearly 400 people ages 5 – 70 attended the event.

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