Biosensor detects early fungal outbreaks, advances plant biotechnology

Biosensor detects early fungal outbreaks, advances plant biotechnology

A new biosensor developed at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory detects the emerging presence of fungus on plants at the molecular level, paving the way for next-generation crop protection and the development of stress-tolerant plants. The innovation advances technology for the U.S. agricultural and biomanufacturing sectors.