The University of Montana was awarded a $1,000,000 Project Grant from the Department of Energy's Office of Science Financial Assistance Program (CFDA 81.049) to conduct research on the "Identification of the Chlorophyll D Synthase: Implications for Far-Red Light Photosynthesis by Crops." This 1-year grant, commencing on September 1, 2024, will support the university's efforts to advance scientific understanding of far-red light photosynthesis in crops, which has the potential to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability. The research project aims to identify the chlorophyll D synthase enzyme, which could enable crops to better utilize far-red wavelengths of the light spectrum, leading to enhanced photosynthetic capacity and increased crop yields. This work aligns with the Office of Science's mission to deliver scientific discoveries that transform our understanding of nature and advance U.S. energy, economic, and national security priorities.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $1.0m | 9/5/24 |