Donald Danforth Plant Science Center Employee Directory
Biotechnology ResearchMissouri, United States201-500 Employees
The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is a nonprofit research institution focused on plant science, founded in 1998 and based in St. Louis, Missouri. It operates within the biotechnology research sector and is recognized as the largest independent nonprofit devoted to plant science worldwide. Its work aims to use plant biology to improve food security, human health, environmental sustainability, and economic development at scales both domestic and global. The center collaborates with researchers and institutions to advance plant science and apply findings to real-world challenges. Its activities engage a global network of scientists, educators, and industry partners seeking plant-based solutions for food, health, and environmental sustainability. In 2025, the center named Giles Oldroyd, PhD, as president, reflecting ongoing leadership evolution as it pursues its research agenda.