BYU iGEM Team

The BYU iGEM team is helping farmers in developing countries maximize fertilizer use with a plant that changes color based on soil nutrients, a breakthrough that could transform agriculture worldwide. With over a billion people relying on agriculture for their livelihood, many farmers struggle with inefficient fertilizer use. This team’s engineered strain of the common weed Arabidopsis Thaliana allows farmers to visually track nutrient levels in the soil by observing changes in the plant’s color—helping prevent both under and over-fertilization. This project not only addresses a critical global issue but is also fueled by a deep belief in using science to serve others. The team shares their inspiration, aligning their work with their faith in using creativity to benefit mankind and solve real-world problems.