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Despite their diminutive stature, “short plants” such as mosses could be uniquely powerful in helping scientists link plant genetic sequences to what they do. But sequencing the genome of one short plant — fire moss — had an unexpected hurdle: ginormous sex …

In this episode, we peer into plant cells. Researchers are using measurements from single cells to understand which genes help plants grow, get nutrients, weather drought, and more. And …

… has been an active user of the JGI at any time in the past two fiscal years is eligible for election to the UEC. Terms are 3 years and members can serve no more than two consecutive terms. A Chair and Vice-Chair will be …

… any time as brief white papers. Applicants may submit up to two proposals per year (but may be listed as co-PI on an …

… samples, including organisms (e.g. microbes, fungi, plant), media in which they grow, as well as different types …

… help solve energy and environmental challenges.   Usually, plants have the upper hand against any kind of biomass … years evolving tactics against potential threats. “Because plants can’t run away, they’ve evolved these really tough … cud-chewers like goats, sheep and cows share an important talent. In their herbivorous lives, they all process loads …

… approaches to unravel functional capabilities of plants, microbes and microbial communities, global carbon … work will NOT be considered under this program. Plant pathogens will only be considered if they are of relevance to bioenergy-related feedstock crops or model plants. Projects targeting marine systems must clearly …

… use. … For DNA synthesis projects: data are subject to a  two-year embargo starting at construct or strain delivery.  … until publication by PIs or at a set time (most recently, two years after release to JGI portals). JGI will no longer …