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Dec 6, 2023

North Carolina State University Researchers Aim To Create ‘Perfect’ Christmas Trees

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The North Carolina State University Christmas Tree Genetics Program has spent decades working toward genetically-improved Christmas trees.

Dec 6, 2023

NC State Researchers Working to Develop the ‘Elite’ Christmas Tree

WXII-TV
North Carolina State University researchers are using genetics to make Christmas trees that look pretty, don't lose needles, and grow faster.

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Dec 6, 2023

Xiaojie Gao ’23 Uses Artificial Intelligence to Combat Climate Change

Gao will graduate in December 2023 with a Ph.D. in geospatial analytics. He is currently employed as a post-doctoral research fellow at Harvard University.

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Dec 5, 2023

Roman Sarder ’23 Develops Sustainable Paper and Packaging Solutions

Sarder, who graduates in December 2023 with a Ph.D. in forest biomaterials, is currently working as a senior research scientist at WestRock.

Dec 5, 2023

These Genetically Modified Christmas Trees Barely Drop Any Needles

The Messenger
By 2037, North Carolina's genetically improved 'elite' Frasier firs could be the ultimate Christmas tree.

Dec 5, 2023

NC Researchers Working to Create the Perfect Christmas Tree

WCNC
Christmas trees are, for many, the centerpiece of the holiday decorations, and there's nothing quite like a real tree. In fact, researchers in North Carolina are working to create the perfect tree.

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Dec 4, 2023

Emma Mullins ’23 Pursues Passion for Geographic Information Systems

Mullins, who graduates in December 2023 with a bachelor's degree in environmental management and technology, will pursue a master's degree at NC State's Center for Geospatial Analytics.

Dec 4, 2023

Christmas Trees Genetically Improved For Less Needly Mess to Clean Up

New Atlas
NC State researchers have taken the best genetic characteristics of the Fraser fir, arguably the most popular choice for Christmas trees, and used them to create a tree that’s taller, prettier, and sheds only a fraction of its needles.

Dec 4, 2023

Researchers Develop Genetically Modified Christmas Trees with Enhanced Symmetry, Rapid Growth, Extended Needle Retention

Tech Times
The allure of real trees is occasionally marred by the constant shedding of needles, necessitating frequent clean-ups. To tackle this prevalent issue, scientists affiliated with the Christmas Tree Genetics Program at North Carolina State University have embarked on pioneering endeavors.

Dec 4, 2023

Genetically Modified Christmas Trees May Reduce Needle Shedding

Interesting Engineering
“You might not even need to vacuum with the genetics developed by our program,” said Justin Whitehill, an extension specialist at NC State University.