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Student practising presentation.

Plant Biology pipeline guides students to success

Release Date: 04/02/2025

When it comes down to choosing whether to do research or take on an internship, students in the department of Plant Biology can find out what suits them best, thanks to a carefully planned series of courses which bookend these students’ time at MSU.  

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A graphic promoting the MSU SciFest STEAM Expo Days World of Plants room. The graphic has a magenta background and features images around the border of plants, seeds, soil, a microscope, and other scientific equipment. There is a white circle in the center containing the following text, Michigan State University Science Festival STEAM Expo Weekend, April 5-6, 2025. Explore the World of Plants, 17 plant science booths for all ages, STEM Teaching and Learning Facility, room 2202.

MSU Plant Science Community showcases 'The World of Plants' at STEAM Expo Days

Release Date: 03/24/2025

Plant scientists from labs and research groups across MSU will present 'The World of Plants,' a showcase featuring 17 unique booths dedicated to different aspects of plant science, at the 2025 SciFest STEAM Expo Days.

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In Memoriam: Remembering John B. Ohlrogge

Release Date: 02/17/2025

University Distinguished Professor, PLB faculty emeritus, and valued colleague John Ohlrogge passed away on February 12.

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Sylvie and Madison administer a solution using a pipette.

Turning red: can pigmentation protect plants from harmful fungi?

Release Date: 02/03/2025

In a new, collaborative project, two PLB graduate students have teamed up to investigate how plants’ natural defense mechanisms can be leveraged to help improve crop resilience.

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