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A Plantiful Future: Xiaohan Yang

A Plantiful Future: Xiaohan Yang

FromGenome Insider


A Plantiful Future: Xiaohan Yang

FromGenome Insider

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Oct 13, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Can plants help humans attain a renewable energy future? Can they help lock away more carbon? Xiaohan Yang, a scientist at Oakridge National Laboratory, believes they can. And, what’s more, that using gene editing technology to conscientiously mix traits of different plant species will help us get there. Find more info on this episode, including the transcript, here.
Released:
Oct 13, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (45)

Stories where genes and genomes are key to solving energy and environment challenges. Hear diverse voices in science talk about their groundbreaking research to better understand — and harness — the superpowers encoded in plants, fungi, microalgae, environmental viruses, and bacteria to contribute to a more sustainable world. Join host Alison F. Takemura, PhD, for regular episodes to get an intimate look at the life around us.