Exploring Growth and Self-Recycling with Corn!
Discover how corn plants grow and “recycle” themselves as they develop. Explore the life cycle of this incredible plant, learn how low nutrition affects its growth, how corn cells are organized, and about their natural repair processes.
But that’s not all . . . grab a jar with colorful glass-gem Indian corn kernels for planting at home, and enjoy some yummy popcorn while you're here! It’s science, snacks, and fun all in one place!
Presented by:
- Karine Prado, Research Specialist, Plant Resilience Institute, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences, MSU
- Matt Stata, Postdoc, Plant Resilience Institute, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences, MSU
- Barno Rezaeva, Postdoc, Plant Resilience Institute, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences, MSU
- Katie Philipps, Research Assistant, Plant Resilience Institute, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences, MSU
Suggested for ages: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Scientific Disciplines:
- Plant and Animal Sciences
For more information:
Read more about Exploring Growth and Self-Recycling with Corn! (external site)
Times and Locations
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4/11/2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202
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4/12/2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202