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THE Bioenergy Tree
Genome Insider
English - September 14, 2021 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBLife Sciences Science Nature science biology plants microbes genes genomics transcriptomics ecosystems sequencing synthesis Homepage Download Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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The US Department of Energy’s favorite tree is poplar. They’re the fastest growing trees in the Northern Hemisphere, making them tantalizing plants to harness for bioenergy. In this episode, hear from Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists who have uncovered remarkable genetic secrets that bring us closer to making poplar an economical and sustainable source of energy and materials. Find more info on this episode, including the transcript, at https://jgi.doe.gov/genome-insider-s2-ep-7-the-bioenergy-tree/.