Small Model Plant Module

This will provide high throughput growth and deep phenotyping of Arabidopsis in trays and other small seedlings using digital growth and morphological analysis, pulse modulated chlorophyll fluorescence and infra-red thermography for photosynthetic measurements under controlled environmental conditions (light, CO2 and humidity). This module will interface with destructive robotic sampling and carbon isotope discrimination. Read More >>

Crop Plant Shoot Module

3-D imaging for plant architecture and growth analysis, allowing multiple images to be overlayed. Hyperspectral reflectance for plant chemical composition and stress detection, pulse modulated chlorophyll fluorescence imaging and gas exchange for non-invasive estimation of photosynthesis, infrared thermography and carbon isotope discrimination for water use efficiency screening. This module will be suitable for medium throughput screening and validation of novel screening methods in a wide range of cereals and annual and perennial plants of agricultural importance. Read More >>

Root Module

This module will comprise optical, infra-red and electromagnetic detection of root morphology, structure and function in soil in controlled environments and in the field. Access to MRI and X-ray tomography will be available through collaborations nationally and internationally. Read More >>

Gateway to Field Module

Extension to the field is an important part of validating controlled environment screening technologies and provides a powerful high throughput set of tools. Plant growth and composition in field plots will be remote sensed by stereophotography, laser radar and hyperspectral reflectance, combined with thermography, radiative / radar root detection and other developing technologies. These technologies will be integrated into spatial, climatic and precision agricultural data bases through researchers across Australia. Read More >>