Danforth Center Announces New Assistant Member

The Danforth Center recently announced that Nadia Shakoor, PhD, has joined as Assistant Member. Shakoor is the co-founder and CEO of Agrela Ecosystems as well as an expert in sorghum genetics. “Nadia’s work will benefit the Center, St. Louis, and far beyond,” said Associate Member Malia Gehan, PhD. Read more.

A Global Stage for St. Louis 

By building partnerships across our region, the Danforth Center has helped turn St. Louis into a major agtech powerhouse. Recently, representatives from our innovation community attended the World Agri-Tech South America Summit in São Paulo to showcase St. Louis and foster new international relationships. Read more.

Spotlight on Success

Our people, and their talents, have not gone unnoticed. Recently, several Danforth Center community members (and partner organizations) were bestowed with prestigious honors and awards—celebrating their remarkable work across a range of endeavors, including equitable education, plant science research, and strengthening our region’s agtech ecosystem. Read more.

Meet the Scientists: Sandra Arango-Caro

As Senior Education Researcher and Lead of the Education Technology Program, Dr. Sandra Arango-Caro’s work at the Danforth Center is a compelling blend of teaching, research, and plant science, and the path she took to get here is just as inspiring as the work itself. Learn more about her.

Pizza & Pasta & Plants 

Want to feed yourself while helping to feed the world? Join us at Katie’s Pizza & Pasta (Rock Hill) on August 27 for Giveback Tuesday! On this day, dining at Katie’s will directly benefit the Danforth Center and support our 2024 Grow Challenge fundraiser. We hope to see you there!

EVENTS: Party with the Plants| September 27

Early bird tickets now on sale! Join us for our most fun-filled night of the year! Hosted by our Young Friends, Party with the Plants is a fundraising celebration—an evening of science, music, mingling, and more, all in support of our mission. Learn more and get your early bird discounted tickets here.

Danforth Center President & CEO Announces Transition Plan

The Annual Report is Here!