Dr. Carel Windt

I am interested in xylem and phloem long distance transport of water and carbon in the plant, and how it is affected by abiotic stresses such as drought and heat. To study the dynamics of translocation and sap flow classical invasive experimentation often does not suffice: it would disturb or destroy the sensitive pressure or water potential gradients that drive it. For this reason I use and develop non-invasive nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods and hardware.

Key words: NMR, MRI, mobile NMR, NMR sensor;

Abiotic stress, plant water status, drought, source-sink, embolism formation

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At the Institute of Bio- and Geosciences, Plant Sciences (IBG-2) at Forschungszentrum Jülich we focus on sustainable solutions to improve plant production for a sustainable agriculture. Key areas include plant phenotyping, analysis of plant-environment interactions, and the development of alternative biomass sources. By integrating molecular, physiological, and ecological approaches, we support the bioeconomy and promote resource efficiency and adaptation to changing climate conditions. Learn more at FZ Jülich IBG-2.

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Am Institut für Bio- und Geowissenschaften, Bereich Pflanzenwissenschaften (IBG-2) am Forschungszentrum Jülich erforschen wir nachhaltige Lösungen zur Verbesserung der Pflanzenproduktion für eine nachhaltige Landwirtschaft. Schwerpunkte liegen auf der Pflanzenphänotypisierung, der Analyse von Pflanzen-Umwelt-Wechselwirkungen und der Entwicklung von Technologien zur Nutzung alternative Biomasse. Durch die Kombination von molekularen, physiologischen und ökologischen Ansätzen unterstützen wir die Bioökonomie und tragen zur Ressourceneffizienz und Anpassung an Klimaveränderungen bei. Mehr dazu unter FZ Jülich IBG-2.

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