Computomics: Discussions On Innovations To Drive Advanced Agriculture Solutions

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Computomics: Discussions On Innovations To Drive Advanced Agriculture Solutions

Discussions with Computomics and guest speakers on topics covering a wide range from bioinformatics, agriculture, farming, crops, food, to specific research projects. How can new technologies like machine learning facilitate solutions for global food challenges?

  1. The Psychometric Test for Plants: Accelerating Crop Research

    JUN 26

    The Psychometric Test for Plants: Accelerating Crop Research

    Our guest in this episode is Keren Moshelion, CEO and co-founder of Plant-Ditech. Karen shares insights into the company’s advanced plant phenotyping platform. The system simulates stress conditions like drought, salinity, and nutrient variability, measuring plant responses with high-resolution sensors up to 500 times a day. These real-time measurements help researchers rapidly assess plant productivity, growth, and water use efficiency. It enables them to customize treatments per plant and analyze physiological traits linked to yield. Designed for greenhouses and growth chambers, the platform significantly accelerates agtech R[&]D, with customers reporting time savings of up to two years. The company's clients use the system for both academic and commercial research.

    21 min
  2. AI and Gene Editing: The Future of Crop Development

    MAY 22

    AI and Gene Editing: The Future of Crop Development

    Our guest in this episode is Kinneret Shefer, co-founder and CEO of AgTech startup GeneNeer. Kinneret shares the founding of GeneNeer, driven by her shift from pure RNA research to market-driven innovation. GeneNeer aims to revolutionize crop breeding by drastically shortening trait development time using fast, tissue culture-based gene editing platforms. Kinneret compares her vision for GeneNeer to Pfizer's rapid vaccine development during COVID-19, enabling fast responses to agricultural challenges like drought or new pests. GeneNeer's "super line" platform allows rapid, iterative trait development with backup options, while their AI-supported platform enables precise, tissue- and time-specific gene editing without introducing foreign DNA. GeneNeer's business model includes custom collaborations and independent product development. More: GeneNeerKinneret Shefer on LinkedIn

    23 min
  3. From Lab to Legislation: Bridging Science and Policy

    APR 23

    From Lab to Legislation: Bridging Science and Policy

    In this episode of our podcast Amrit Nanda, Executive Manager of Plants for the Future ETP, discusses the importance of plant breeding, public-private collaboration, and science-based policymaking in the EU. She highlights the platform’s mission to connect academia, industry, and policymakers, and to improve science communication through initiatives like “Plantastic Discoveries.” A recent study on 20 years of EU research funding revealed limited growth for plant breeding despite strong overall program growth. Amrit stresses the need for long-term funding models, more support for Eastern Europe, and the potential of gene editing and AI.

    26 min
  4. Leaf Whisperings - Communicating the Science of Plants

    MAR 20

    Leaf Whisperings - Communicating the Science of Plants

    Our new episode explores science communication with Tamara Worzewski, focusing on overcoming "plant blindness" and engaging the public with plant-related topics. Tamara highlights the importance of storytelling in making science accessible and building trust between scientists and the public. Topics range from Arctic ecosystems to public outreach strategies, emphasizing creative ways to connect people with plants and nature. Titles like “Plants, Stories, and Science” and “Breaking Plant Blindness” reflect this blend of narrative and education. The conversation inspires innovative approaches to connecting people with science. More: The term-defining publication on “Plant Blindness” Plant Science Café, Sofa Events, and more"Best of" movies by BlattgeflüsterBlattgeflüster websiteBlattgeflüster on Instagram Tamara’s freelancer website

    25 min
  5. Cracking the Code of Hybrid Vigor and Crop Adaptation

    FEB 20

    Cracking the Code of Hybrid Vigor and Crop Adaptation

    In this episode, John McKay, Chief Scientific Officer at New West Genetics and professor at Colorado State University, discusses his research on local adaptation, genotype-by-environment interactions, and heterosis. His work spans crops like maize, rice, and hemp, applying evolutionary genetics to improve breeding strategies. John's projects aim to enhance crop efficiency and sustainability. More information: New West Genetics hybrid hemp Genetic basis of plant root growth traits and their response to environment (current NSF grant) National Science Foundation Conditional neutrality in Arabidopsis local adaptation GxE in maize root traits

    24 min
  6. Genetic Engineering, Metabolism, and the Future of Sustainable Agriculture

    JAN 16

    Genetic Engineering, Metabolism, and the Future of Sustainable Agriculture

    Our guest in this episode of the Computomics Podcast is Alain Tissier, Managing Director at the Leibniz Institute of Plant Biochemistry. He discusses his research focusing on the molecular mechanisms in plants, particularly the interaction between primary and secondary metabolism and how plants produce chemical compounds for defense and communication. Alain talks about on his work in metabolic engineering and genome editing, particularly using a novel CRISPR-based technology to introduce specific genetic changes in plants. Hear about the INNO-TOM project which uses pangenomes to breed disease-resistant and nutrient-enriched tomatoes.

    23 min
  7. Microbiome Matters - Approaching a Better Health Through Science

    12/19/2024

    Microbiome Matters - Approaching a Better Health Through Science

    In this episode, Gabriele Berg, a renowned microbiome researcher, discusses her work on microbial communities and their impact on health and planetary ecosystems. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of microbiomes in plants, soil, and humans, and aims to enhance ecological and human health. The project An Apple a Day revealed the microbiome's role in apple health, highlighting microbial diversity within the fruit. Gabriele also talks about Tiny Biome Tales, an educational microbiome-focused game integrating science and public outreach. She advocates soil health restoration, stressing its importance for sustainable food systems. Also, collaboration, innovation, and science communication being key to impactful research. More information: https://www.tugraz.at/en/institutes/ubt/home https://www.atb-potsdam.de/de/ueber-uns/team/mitarbeiter/person/gabriele-berg Gabriele Berg: What is a microbiome? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3K7FavVORLo Tiny Biome Tales: https://enviromicro-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1751-7915.14544 Tiny Biome Tales - the game: https://microbiome.gamelabgraz.at/ An Apple A Day: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/microbiology/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2019.01629/full ISME: https://isme-microbes.org/

    21 min
  8. Ag Research on a Below-Ground Mission: Reducing Wheat’s Nitrogen Footprint

    11/21/2024

    Ag Research on a Below-Ground Mission: Reducing Wheat’s Nitrogen Footprint

    This episode is all about reducing the Nitrogen footprint of wheat. Wheat is the world’s largest ‘crop’ consumer of nitrogen-based fertilizer, while providing affordable calories to billions of resource-poor people and ca. 20% of globally consumed protein. Victor Kommerell is the CropSustaiN Mission Director of the BNI (Biological Nitrification Inhibition) wheat initiative launched by the Novo Nordisk Foundation and CIMMYT. The initiative aims to develop new wheat varieties capable of reducing agriculture’s nitrogen footprint. In this enjobyable episode, hear from Victor not only about this ambitious new research initiative, but also about his very unsusual career path and his take on sabbaticals. More: https://www.cimmyt.org/projects/cropsustain-bni-wheat-mission/ https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/news/new-innovative-crops-could-significantly-reduce-agricultures-climate-change-impact-and-environmental-footprint/ https://www.cimmyt.org/news/new-innovative-crops-could-significantly-reduce-agricultures-climate-change-impact-and-environmental-footprint/ https://www.lehmanns.de/shop/reisen/14888833-9783842306974-die-wandlungsreise

    24 min
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