News and stories
A bright future for researchers improving Botswana’s agriculture and economy
“So many people depend on livestock for their wellbeing, and we need to make sure that they are maximizing their profits so they can support their families.”
Force Thema, PhD
Senior Research Fellow
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources
In Botswana, Seeding Labs equipment is supporting new research helping local farmers
Using equipment from Instrumental Access, Dr. Force Thema is supporting subsistence farmers by developing a proprietary prebiotic for livestock, allowing animals to absorb more nutrients from their feed and produce more and better-quality beef and milk.
Our bold new vision, rooted in our past
You may have noticed something a little different about Seeding Labs—we have a brand-new look, but it’s grounded in the story of who we are.
The story of Seeding Labs lies in the stories of the scientists and communities we serve.
Closing the gap: How Dr. Thabile Ndlovu is building a national bank of water data
How much do you know about your water? In Eswatini they know a lot more than five years ago thanks to Dr. Thabile Ndlovu at the University of Eswatini (UNESWA).
Read her story of innovation as she monitors the nation’s water supply for heavy metals, bacteria, and other potential health hazards.
Seeding Labs Announces Additions and Transitions to Board of Directors
Gratitude Tuesday 2022: Celebrating the Seeding Labs community
100 universities. 39 developing countries. 347 tons of lab equipment. Looking at these numbers made possible by the Seeding Labs community, only one word can sum them up: gratitude.
Sweet success in South Africa
Dr. Annegret Stark and colleagues at the University of KwaZulu-Natal are leading efforts in South Africa to use biowaste from sugar cane manufacturing.
Bioengineers-in-training looking to strike gold
Dr. Elena Rosca of Ashesi University is leading a team of students in the iGEM competition focused on engineering bacteria that can detect elements that are typically found in conjunction with gold but are far easier to detect than the gold itself.
Changing the narrative
100 universities. 39 developing countries. 347 tons of lab equipment. Looking at these numbers made possible by the Seeding Labs community, only one word can sum them up: gratitude.
