Category: estimate

First-of-its-kind estimate of the total number of tree species

The global initiative GFBI has steadily grown over the past five years, and its efforts to understand the world’s tree population are bearing fruit. The global tree species estimate follows development of the first global map of tree symbioses, published in the…

Plant scientists find recipe for anti-cancer compound in herbs

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Thyme and oregano possess an anti-cancer compound that suppresses tumor development, but adding more to your tomato sauce isn’t enough to gain significant benefit. The key to unlocking the power of these plants is in amplifying…

Detecting the disease resistance of a plant when it is only a seed

Newly identified gene for resistance to root and stem rot accelerates breeding of resilient soybean plants WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – On the sometimes-foggy journey of following genetic traits to breed resilient plants, a newly identified gene lights the way to…

Food and Beverage Industries’ COVID-19 Vulnerability Index goes live; experts available

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The U.S. is facing supply chain disruptions as it enters the holiday season, and the impacts reach far beyond the delivery of gifts and ingredients for traditional meals. Purdue University experts are available to discuss supply…

Purdue fund expands scope to accept applications from startups in all agricultural disciplines

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Entrepreneurs whose startups commercialize Purdue technology in any agricultural field are now eligible to apply for a Purdue fund’s semiannual competition. The $2 million Ag-Celerator Fund was created in 2015 by the  College of Agriculture  and…

Purdue launches Next Moves initiatives

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue University on Friday (April 9) officially launched Purdue’s Next Moves – five new distinct strategic initiatives designed to advance the university’s competitive advantage in its continuing quest for leadership among the world’s top research and teaching…