Sriram Parasurama

Project

RhizoPop: A Novel Phenotyping Platform for Cottonwood Roots and their Beneficial Microbes

RhizoPop investigates the relationship between Populus trichocarpa roots and its endophyte consortium. Novel flat-pot rhizotrons, imaging, data analysis, and modeling procedures are developed to better understand how Populus roots are affected by endophytes.

What I learned

I’ve learned a great deal about scientific processes like experimental design, collaboration, and scientific writing, and an even greater deal about my own passions, work ethic, and enjoyment of science.

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