Practical Applications of Synchrotron µCT: Agriculture, Plant and Food Sciences at the BMIT Beamline
Join us for an enlightening presentation by the Imaging Lead from the Canadian Light Source, one of the world’s leading synchrotron facilities. Dive into the fascinating world of synchrotron-based microcomputed tomography (µCT) and explore how they are revolutionizing research across agricultural applications. From unveiling the mysteries of the micro-world to pioneering advancements in agricultural, plant, and food sciences, synchrotron µCT not are at the forefront of innovation. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can leverage these powerful tools in your own research to illuminate new paths of discovery. See you there!
About the speaker
Jarvis Stobbs is the Plant Imaging Lead and an Associate Scientist at the Canadian Light Source Synchrotron, as well as a Ph.D. candidate in Food Chemistry at the University of Guelph. He earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry at the University of Saskatchewan in 2020. Prior to joining the Canadian Light Source in 2014, Jarvis worked as a metallurgical technician in the potash industry. In his current role, he leads a team that specializes in applying advanced synchrotron analysis techniques to agricultural research, encompassing food, plant, and soil sciences. His expertise includes synchrotron-based micro-computed tomography and small angle X-ray scattering, with experience in X-ray fluorescence imaging and mid-infrared spectromicroscopy. These skills have enabled significant contributions to the application of these techniques in agricultural and food systems.