US (AK): Controlled environment studies enhanced by new university greenhouse
Research Technician Cameron Willingham prepares to move plants into the newest section of the research greenhouse at the University of Alaska Fairbanks School of Natural Resources and Extension.
The greenhouse, located on the UAF campus, is a critical component of the School of Natural Resources and Extension’s horticulture program. It allows for teaching, research and outreach associated with growing plants in the far north.
The facility features space-efficient teaching and research areas equipped with state-of-the-art environmental control and innovative plant production systems. Food security in Alaska is a serious concern and researchers will use the greenhouse to understand better how to increase and extend food production.
In addition to undergraduate and graduate studies in the greenhouse, it is used to start plants for summer research field planting at the Fairbanks Experiment Farm. This includes everything from flowers to strawberries.
If interested in learning more, contact Professor Meriam Karlsson, [email protected].
