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Plant Sciences Research
A major research endeavor of BRDC—in collaboration with USDA ARS laboratories—is in the enhancement of agricultural production through the use of natural products, such as pesticides and formulation agents.
Several novel formulation adjuvants have been developed that confer longer field life for natural, environmentally-friendly pest control agents. These include gluten, lignin and corn starch, and they provide extended adherence and UV protection.
BRDC also has several research projects underway that involve the search and characterization of natural biological agents for pest control, both in-field and post-harvest.
BRDC has also made an extended and ongoing commitment to the development of new tools for use in genetically-engineered plants, including:
A significant result of this effort has been the patenting of a new promoter system. This system has now been licensed worldwide and is currently being used by the majority of the world's seed companies.
Interested in learning more?
BRDC is continually looking for additional partners to participate in its unique approach to conducting research and development—all for the purpose of advancing the nation's agricultural economy.
We are always willing to discuss the inclusion of new private-sector partners with those willing to increase a small, annual research investment by five- to twenty-fold.
For information on how your
company can become an equity partner in BRDC, contact:
J. Grant Brewen, Ph.
D.
BRDC
1815 N. University Street
Peoria, IL 61604
309-688-1188 phone
309-688-1292 fax
Scientists interested in obtaining funding can use the above contact, or CLICK HERE to obtain information.
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