Improving how plants recover from drought stress
Official title: Reversing the Irreversible: Reshaping Plant Growth upon Recovery from Severe Stress
Funded at Salk Institute for Biological Studies · NIH-11054496 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how a small plant called Arabidopsis bounces back after being dried out, and it aims to find out what helps it recover so we can grow stronger crops that can handle tough weather and keep our food supply safe.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Salk Institute for Biological Studies NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | December 17, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $123,795 |
| NIH project number | 1K99GM154136-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11054496 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include agricultural scientists, farmers, and stakeholders in food production who are interested in drought-resistant crop varieties.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in agriculture or do not have a vested interest in crop resilience may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how plants, specifically Arabidopsis, respond to rehydration after experiencing drought stress. By using advanced techniques like single-cell multiomic analyses, the project aims to uncover the genetic and molecular mechanisms that enable plants to recover from severe stress. The findings could lead to the identification of new genes that enhance drought recovery and improve plant resilience against diseases. This research is crucial for developing crops that can withstand climate change and ensure food security.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more resilient crop varieties that can better withstand drought and recover effectively, ultimately enhancing food security.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in improving plant resilience through genetic modifications and stress response studies, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Salk Institute for Biological Studies
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eliaz, Natanella — Salk Institute for Biological Studies
- Study coordinator: Eliaz, Natanella
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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