The Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) is an independent research institution affiliated with Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1924 by philanthropist William Boyce Thompson, the institute focuses on plant research, with an emphasis on plant genomics, the interaction between plants and the environment, and the improvement of agricultural methods. BTI’s researchers explore a variety of topics ranging from plant immunity and nutrient uptake to environmental stress responses and bioinformatics, contributing significantly to our understanding of plant biology and enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability.
Scientists at BTI and Cornell University have uncovered acylspermidines, metabolites that could redefine our understanding of aging and disease treatment. In a significant advancement in…
A recent study uncovers a biochemical recycling process in animals that uses cellular waste to create vital chemicals, revolutionizing our understanding of animal and human…
Researchers have assembled a high-quality Isoetes genome that furthers understanding how these aquatic plants regulate CAM photosynthesis to compete for carbon dioxide underwater, and how…
Researchers have discovered a group of soil bacteria that could yield alternatives to conventional fertilizers for enriching soil and improving crop yields. A team of…
An international team of researchers has taken a comprehensive look at the genomes of all seven species of watermelon, creating a resource that could help…