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How carbon sequestration is modulated by Mycorrhizal and soil bacteria symbionts in Abies trees?

Mycorrhizal communities are a fundamental mutualistic interaction between soil fungi and trees. However...

David J. Castillo

Glyxon Biolabs (USA-Mexico)

100%
funded

$4,450
goal

11
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Nutrient Limitation in Phytoplankton

Marine phytoplankton activity is abundant at a global scale and play a major role in the carbon cycle. However...

Dominique Kelly

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

67%
funded

$3,000
goal

14
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Metabolizing Microplastics for Human Health

Plastics have revolutionized material science engineering. However, the use of plastic has had unintended...

San Diego, California

61%
funded

$5,000
goal

21
days left

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$50,000 Grant

Other Grants and Funding Opportunities

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National Science Foundation

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