This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF), under the Biological Sciences program (CFDA 47.074), supports collaborative research at North Dakota State University (NDSU) to study the relationship between legumes (such as soybeans, peas, and alfalfa) and rhizobia bacteria. The $265,001 project, running from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2026, aims to identify the plant and bacterial genes that work together to control the efficiency of nitrogen fixation in this symbiotic relationship. The researchers will use transcriptomics and genome engineering techniques to measure the benefits legumes gain from associating with different rhizobia strains across various environmental conditions. The goal is to provide insights and tools to optimize this agriculturally important plant-microbe interaction to improve plant health and productivity while reducing the need for nitrogen fertilizers.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $265.0k | 8/7/23 |