Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Studies of plant leaf shape found to be relevant to musical instruments

ST. LOUIS, MO – September 22, 2014 – Research to improve agriculture productivity using cutting-edge technology at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, a not-for-profit research institute with a mission to improve the human condition through...

Benson Hill Biosystems is further strengthening its executive team

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is part of a state-wide collaborative research project that was awarded a five year, $20 million grant by the NSF

ST. LOUIS, MO, July 8, 2014 -- James C. Carrington, Ph.D., president of the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is among the world's most highly cited scientists, according to Thomson Reuters’ 2014 list of Highly Cited Researchers.

Construction Begins on New $45 Million Addition to its Facility

Paper calls on entrepreneurs to seize untapped potential for innovation in “AgTech” to meet global food demand while minimizing environmental impacts

New hires bring significant expertise in phenomics and plant genomics to the region

ST. LOUIS, MO, December 17, 2013 – The Board of Trustees of the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center elected John F. McDonnell to succeed William H. Danforth, M.D., as chairman, and added three St. Louis leaders as new trustees.

Funds to support advanced research and education programs aimed at gaining a greater understanding of how plants develop