Speaker
Dr. José R. Dinneny
Speaker's Institution
Stanford University
Date
2025-09-28
Time
3:00 PM
Location
Lory Student Center Theatre
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Join Us for the 22nd Annual Thornton-Massa Lecture Series

Colorado State University is proud to welcome Dr. José R. Dinneny as the distinguished speaker for the 2025 Thornton-Massa Lecture Series. This two-day event offers a unique opportunity to explore the future of agriculture and plant biology through the lens of a world-renowned scientist.

Public Lecture

  • Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
  • Time: 3:00 p.m.
  • Location: Lory Student Center Theatre
  • Open to: Everyone

Topic: Reimagining Agriculture in Times of Population Growth and Decline

Agriculture has sustained human civilization for millennia, but the 21st century presents unprecedented challenges. Global population is projected to surge by 2050 before declining after a peak around 2080, creating dramatic shifts in food demand and resource pressures. In this seminar, I will explore how advances in plant synthetic biology and robotics can drive innovation to ensure sustainable agriculture for the coming century and beyond.

Flyer promoting the 22nd Annual Thornton-Massa Lecture Series at Colorado State University, featuring Dr. José R. Dinneny. Includes details for two lectures: a public lecture on September 28, 2025, at the Lory Student Center Theatre titled "Reimagining Agriculture in Times of Population Growth and Decline," and a scientific lecture on September 29, 2025, in BHSCl A101 titled "Understanding the Cellular and Organ-Scale Mechanisms Plants Use to Survive with Limited Water." Event co-hosted by CSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences, College of Natural Sciences, and Department of Biology.

Dr. José R. Dinneny headshot with green nature background
Andee Kaplan waving at the camera while peeking up over a rock while rock climbing. She is in full gear with helmet, ropes, and cables.Dr. José R. Dinneny headshot with green nature background