ABOUT US:
The Cavanagh Lab at the University of Essex investigates how plants respond to changing environmental conditions at both leaf and enzyme levels, focusing on photosynthesis and its role in improving crop performance. We aim to understand how plants adapt to stresses like elevated carbon dioxide levels, temperature fluctuations, and drought. By studying photosynthetic responses in model, crop, and ecologically significant species, we seek to uncover natural mechanisms that help plants endure environmental extremes. Our research translates this understanding into strategies to optimize photosynthesis and enhance crop resilience, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices in a rapidly changing climate
We are part of the Plant Productivity Group in the School of Life Sciences at the University of Essex
