High School Research Hosts
Dr. Chi Zhang, School of Biological Sciences
Project Title: Development of predictive model to predict phenotyping results from genomic markers
Project Description: We will develop new mathematical models to link the genomic marks to the phenotyping data, and develop an online web server based on the mathematical models.
Dr. Rajib Saha, Chemical & Bimolecular Engineering
Project Description:
The student will work to quantitatively design genetic circuits for the design
of Zea mays (known as corn or maize) plants with novel root traits for the
refinement of systems-level understanding of the root-rhizobiome system,
improvement of plant performance, and the testing of other hypotheses which may
arise.
Dr. Jinliang Yang, Agronomy and Horticulture
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Dr. Toshihiro Obata, Biochemistry
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Dr. Marc Libault, Agronomy and Horticulture
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Dr. Tessa Durham Brooks, Doane University Biology Department
Project Title: CSI Root: Collecting 'fingerprints' of chemical exudates of roots to improve plant health
Project Description: Roots secrete (exude) nutrients and other chemicals that can provide important clues regarding their health, much like a urine or blood sample can be used in medicine. In this project, students will join a team of chemists and biologists to develop and use an innovative method for capturing a snapshot of the root exudate 'fingerprint'. The method will be used to better understand how these chemicals help the root attract beneficial microbes (probiotics) that can promote plant health.