Can I try on your genes? Horizontal gene transfer and sustainable agriculture
Abstract
It is known to most who have studied any Biology that bacteria can be incredibly beneficial, especially when it comes to agriculture. What isn't common knowledge is how these processes work and the extent of the positive implications these bacteria can have. This infographic hones in on Rhizobia - a giver in the bacteria community. Through horizontal gene transfer their DNA enables other bacteria with their ability to fix nitrogen (an essential plant nutrient) in the soil. While not cutting edge, this is a light-hearted exploration of what's happening in farmers' fields and how understanding it may be crucial for the sustainable agriculture we strive for as a society.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Melissa Pespeni
Status
Undergraduate
Student College
College of Arts and Sciences
Program/Major
Biology
Primary Research Category
Life Sciences
Can I try on your genes? Horizontal gene transfer and sustainable agriculture
It is known to most who have studied any Biology that bacteria can be incredibly beneficial, especially when it comes to agriculture. What isn't common knowledge is how these processes work and the extent of the positive implications these bacteria can have. This infographic hones in on Rhizobia - a giver in the bacteria community. Through horizontal gene transfer their DNA enables other bacteria with their ability to fix nitrogen (an essential plant nutrient) in the soil. While not cutting edge, this is a light-hearted exploration of what's happening in farmers' fields and how understanding it may be crucial for the sustainable agriculture we strive for as a society.
