Collaborative Research: Actin-mediated mechanical stress sensing and the control of epider — NSF Award to University of Delaware (
The sizes and shapes of leaves determine plant growth and function in both natural and agricultural environments. At present we do not understand how strong mechanical forces in plant tissues (roots, leaves) simultaneously enable tissue growth and maintain physical connection between cells in tissue. These knowledge ga
| Award title | Collaborative Research: Actin-mediated mechanical stress sensing and the control of epider |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2452450 |
| Awardee | University of Delaware |
| City | NEWARK |
| State | DE |
| Amount obligated | $345,030 |
| Principal investigator | Chelsea Davis |
| Program | Cross-BIO Activities, EPSCoR Co-Funding |
| Start date | 09/01/2025 |
| Abstract | The sizes and shapes of leaves determine plant growth and function in both natural and agricultural environments. At present we do not understand how strong mechanical forces in plant tissues (roots, leaves) simultaneously enable tissue growth and maintain physical connection between cells in tissue. These knowledge gaps preclude rational engineering of plant tissues with desired architecture. This project combines expertise from three different labs in the disciplines of plant biology, soft-mat |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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