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N.C. PSI is the global hub for plant science innovation, solving complex agricultural issues by engaging interdisciplinary research teams and strategic partners

Raleigh, NC
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@NC_PSI
N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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If you are considering NC State University for your PhD training in foundational plant biology, horticulture, crop sciences, agriculture-focused data sciences, or related disciplines, we encourage you to apply for a great two-year "GRAD-AID for Ag" fellowship (due Jan 17, 2025).
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Stay on top of advances in plant sciences, agriculture and agricultural technology with AgTech 360 podcast, hosted by @adrianpercy, our executive director. Episodes come out every other week. To subscribe or listen to our 48 previous episodes, go to: https://t.co/4CiAvtb2hV
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Find out how @NCState's Michael Kudenov is helping lead the way in developing novel imaging systems that, paired with artificial intelligence, can make agriculture more resilient when drought, insects, diseases and other stressors strike.
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#NCState's Liz Driscoll (@Lizsnapdragon) sees young people, whether they’re from #NC or Nairobi, as the key to growing agriculture and strengthening communities. Read about her recent trip to Kenya to build new partnerships: https://t.co/7fhZrCBtMt @NCStateHort
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Meet five businesses -- @Envu, @agerpoint, @OerthBio, @SyngentaUS and @NufarmUS -- that have joined the Innovation Hub at NC State's Plant Sciences Building. Learn more about the hub and why they joined. https://t.co/ht8eCJLKZB
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The present and future of agricultural robotics are the topics of the latest AgTech 360 podcast with Claire Delaunay of @farm_ng_inc and Adrian Percy of the @NC_PSI.
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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Robot to the rescue: NC State-built spider robot is designed to help farmers detect No. 1 cucumber disease.
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An NC State engineer and plant pathologist aim to help growers get ahead of a devastating cucumber disease with the development of a new spider-like robot.
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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Registration and abstract submissions are open for the 8th International Plant Phenotyping Symposium, themed "Green Horizons: Navigating the Future of Plant Phenotyping." The event will be held Oct. 7-11 in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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AgTech360 Podcast Byran Fuhrmann of @Sepro_Corp discusses the delicate balance between leveraging #phosphorus use in #agriculture for optimal benefits while prioritizing #water protection. https://t.co/4Kr7P1cv6R
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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We were delighted to host @LenovoDC last week! Thanks to @Scott Tease, Vice President, GM of HPC & AI, and @David Ellison, Chief Data Scientist of Lenovo Infrastructure Solutions Group, for your support. Looking forward to partnering on AI to benefit farmers, consumers & planet!
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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Putting data to work faster for farmers, others in North Carolina and beyond -- that's the goal of a new partnership of @SASsoftware, @NCStateCALS and @ncatsuaggies! We're proud to be a part of the work!
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An agricultural research partnership between NC A&T, NC State and SAS, using the state’s proven university extension programs, will help North Carolina farmers and growers take research insights from...
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NC State students built a seed-sorting machine that plays akey role in research to determine if small #cotton seeds are more susceptible to damage from a major insect pest. That’s a big step forward for #research on a top five #NC cash crop. @ncstateece @NCStateCALS @NCStateNews
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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We hope you’ll have a chance to stop by our booth today at the Bio AgTech World Congress, being held at Raleigh’s Convention Center this week.
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
2 years
Science-themed escape room coming to Plant Sciences Building April 16-18. Find out more at https://t.co/owbvYuKaGy
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
2 years
Folks in the NC State's Plant Sciences Building took a few minutes off from work and studies to come together on the front lawn and watch the great eclipse yesterday. Wow! What a sight!
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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Alan Ayers has been a longtime leader in #ag and agribusiness for #NC and the world. Today, he’s helping lead the #GivingPack for the @NC_PSI during @NCState’s #DayofGiving. https://t.co/6h55JbSDFT Join Alan today!
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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NC State alumnus David Peele is #Giving Pack on @NCState’s Day of Giving to help support grad students with the @NC_PSI. They’re the ‘engines of university research,’ who are helping solve food and agriculture problems for the world. #GivingPack.
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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Steve Briggs helped get the ball rolling for the @NC_PSI at @NCState, and he and his wife, Vicki, want to keep the game-changing effort going. That’s why they are #GivingPack. Join them today! Read more: https://t.co/9FYM9eSVOB Give: https://t.co/xILKwp9AMa
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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A $1 million grant from the @NSF is kickstarting an effort to create an agricultural technology corridor from central to eastern N.C. The goal: developing innovation solutions to revitalize small- and mid-sized farmers and increase overall profitability.
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A $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation is kickstarting an effort to create an agricultural technology corridor from central to eastern North Carolina, and NC State University plays a...
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N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative
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For @NCState's Anna Garrell, the Norma Trolinder @NC_PSI Award is helping make the dream of sharing her research in Amsterdam this summer come true. Your support on #DayofGiving helps ensure that we can continue to offer student awards.
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