Why Do We Set Fever in Plants?

Explore the innovative collaboration between a plant biologist and a mechanical engineer in this 15-minute TEDx talk from the University of Mississippi. Discover how Dr. Yongjian Qiu's research on plant internal communication during temperature changes intersects with Dr. Yiwei Han's development of micro heaters for manipulating temperatures in tiny plant organs and cells. Learn about their combined efforts to enhance food security in the face of climate change, utilizing genetic, molecular, cellular, biochemical, and genomic approaches. Gain insights into the potential applications of micro heaters in health and technology fields beyond plant biology. Witness how interdisciplinary cooperation can lead to groundbreaking advancements in understanding crop functionality and adaptation to global climate change.