Soil microbes metabolize the same polyphenols found in chocolate, wine
Upending long-held theories, CSU researchers offer new insights into the role of polyphenols in the soil microbiome.
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Water scarcity will require agriculture to tap ‘unconventional’ sources like seawater, wastewater
CSU is a founding partner in a $110 million U.S. Department of Energy research network, the National Alliance for Water Innovation, focused on treatment and reuse technologies for wastewater, seawater and other untapped sources.
Fungal biologists fighting peach tree-killing pathogen
Researchers aim to turn the tide against the fungus Cytospora, which for decades has wreaked havoc among peach orchards across the Western Slope.
International effort to combat crop-threatening weeds headed by CSU scientists
The International Weed Genomics Consortium, comprising 17 academic partners across seven countries, assembles a global community of experts who will develop genomic tools that fundamentally advance humanity’s approach to weeds and crops.
3 Minute Challenge winners become 2021-22 research fellows
In addition to receiving $4,000 for travel and research expenses, the new fellows will engage in professional development workshops and leadership and mentorship opportunities.
Bio-cybersecurity discussion series to cover threats to synthetic biology, biomanufacturing, and bio-data
The first discussion, on the topic of DNA synthesis and the risks of attacks on DNA databases, will take place on March 23, 4-5 p.m., via Zoom.
Survey reveals how pandemic has changed consumers' food habits
Nearly a year of social distancing and economic disruptions has triggered both subtle and seismic shifts in how Americans are buying or getting food, and researchers from the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics have documented those shifts.
Land deals meant to improve food security may actually threaten local efforts
CSU's Nathan Mueller focused on how the land was targeted for acquisitions by foreign investors.
Ogallala Aquifer Virtual Summit to tackle tough questions on water conservation
The event is being led by the Ogallala Water Coordinated Agriculture Project team, headquartered at CSU and funded by the National Institute for Food and Agriculture.