Study: Microalgae and bacteria team up to convert CO2 into useful products
Scientists have spent decades genetically modifying the bacterium Escherichia coli and other microbes to convert carbon dioxide into useful biological products. Most methods require additional carbon sources, however, adding to the cost. A new study overcomes this limitation by combining the photosynthetic finesse of a single-celled algae with the production capabilities of the bacteria E. coli.
Lawson brings renowned plant science expertise to Illinois
Tracy Lawson's fascination with plants started as a child on a farm in England and recently brought the globally recognized expert in plant biology across the pond to Illinois! One of the university's newest faculty members talks about her research and what she's looking forward to most in this new feature!
RIPE 'hot potato' research appears in Scientific American
RIPE's Katherine Meacham-Hensold was interviewed for an article in Scientific American about her research looking at shortcutting the photorespiration process in potato.
Ainsworth and Carmo-Silva tapped to lead internationally acclaimed RIPE project
Lisa Ainsworth has been promoted to Director of the RIPE project and Elizabete Carmo-Silva has been chosen as Deputy Director.
Long/Ort step back from RIPE leadership roles they helped create
After decades of impactful and prolific research, two photosynthesis trailblazers are passing the torch, Stephen Long and Donald Ort are retiring from their RIPE project leadership roles.
RIPE 2024 Top Stories of the Year Countdown
During the week between Christmas and New Year’s, the RIPE social media pages counted down the top five stories of the year. See the countdown in its entirety here.