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In this episode of Inside IALR, we sit down with two of our most experienced research associates, Amy Turner and Rob Chretien.
Each has more than a decade of hands-on experience in IALR's research labs. They've witnessed significant changes in agricultural research, from theoretical plant genetics to cutting-edge applied science, during that time.
Learn about their work with beneficial plant bacteria (endophytes), precision agriculture and controlled environment systems that promise to revolutionize food production. Hear stories of unusual experiments, like rearing black soldier fly larvae, and discover how partnerships with industry are turning research into real-world solutions.
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Chapters
1. Meet The Researchers And IALR (00:00:00)
2. From Theory To Applied Agriculture (00:02:39)
3. What Plant Endophytes Do (00:04:16)
4. Building And Testing The Endophyte Library (00:06:20)
5. Daily Work In Hydroponics And CEA (00:09:47)
6. Mentoring Interns And Career Advice (00:12:44)
7. Favorite Parts Of The Job (00:14:10)
8. Learning New Tech And Hydroponics (00:15:52)
9. Tools Of The Trade: EC And pH (00:17:37)
10. Memorable Projects And Maggot Mayhem (00:19:07)
11. Seed Inoculation And Methods (00:20:43)
12. Industry Impact And Biopesticide Licensing (00:22:19)
13. Closing Thoughts On Applied Impact (00:25:03)
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