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Blue-green algae promises to help boost food crop yields

Australian scientists have engineered tiny carbon-capturing engines from blue-green algae into plants, in a breakthrough that promises to help boost the yields of important food crops such as wheat, cowpeas and cassava.

News, News & Events 3rd September 2018

A look into the hidden and fascinating world of photosynthesis

Visit our Science in ACTion stall for exciting hands-on activities and meet the change makers of photosynthesis and food security. August 10-11 Kingston, ACT.

Events, News & Events 2nd August 2018

Focus on Photosynthesis: an exploration into the fascinating world of plants

During National Science Week, explore the hidden and fascinating world of plants through a photographic exhibition that will take you inside the leaf and over the crop fields through the eyes of plant scientists.

Events, News & Events 1st August 2018

Reflecting Photosynthesis: a Tool for Gene Hunters

Looking for genes that produce plants that need less water or nutrients, produce more seeds or leaves, or are better at resisting drought and pests is a critical global challenge. Centre scientists have developed a methodology that accelerates this discovery process.

News, News & Events 5th February 2018

Tiny highways in leaves could lead to more productive crops

Scientists have found that some plants have ten times more communication channels inside their leaves than other plants, which they think is a crucial factor in determining photosynthetic efficiency.

News, News & Events 1st February 2018

A Boutique Botanical

For one night only! Questacon is presenting a special Adults Only event with ACT Scientist of the Year, Dr. Kai Xun Chan and his fellow plant scientists from the Centres of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology and Translational Photosynthesis!

Events, News & Events 1st February 2018