The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: master’s student, Landscape Architecture, The University of Virginia

Forest Futures Through Interdisciplinary Strategies Integrating Landscape Architecture into Forest Conservation and Restoration with Applied Management Strategies in Virginia’s Forested Landscape 

Gibson’s project aims to develop a sustainable forest management plan by confirming the effectiveness of proposed strategies.

The Loy McCandless Marks Scholarship (an International Scholarship in Tropical Horticulture or Landscape Architecture)
School: master’s student, Landscape Architecture, The University of Arizona

Arid Realities: Evaluating the Adaptive Strategies of Drought-Tolerant Vegetation at El Charco del Ingenio Botanical Gardens

Hesla’s study will provide insights for conservation efforts in arid ecosystems facing environmental challenges.

The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: PhD candidate in Horticulture and Agronomy, University of California, Davis

Characterizing Root System Architecture Traits for Drought Tolerance in Grapevine Rootstock

Dudley’s research will identify grapevine traits responsible for drought tolerance. Data will help predict how well plants perform in the field.

The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Horticulture, University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Development of Red Fleshed Apple Breeding Lines for a Farm Market Breeding Program

Olson-Jensen will use plant science and molecular biology to screen populations of red- fleshed apples to develop breeding lines for a farm market fruit breeding program. Texture, post-harvest disorders, and disease resistance will be considered to bring novel fruit cultivars to market to benefit small growers.

The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: PhD candidate in Geoscience, Stony Brook University

Insights into Boron Uptake Mechanisms and Metabolism 

Passik’s research will contribute to the understanding of boron’s role in plant health and the ability of crops to withstand a range of environmental conditions.

The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: master’s student, Plant Sciences, South Dakota State University

Integration of Summer Cover Crops and Grafting into Cucumber and Tomato Production Systems

Larsen’s three-pronged approach project includes horticulture, entomology, and plant pathology. Data collected on cover crop establishment, fruit yield, insect pest pressure, and disease pressure will be presented at national meetings.

The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Horticulture, University of Arkansas

Exploring Genetic Diversity and Conservation Strategies for Endangered Medicinal Plants in Horticulture

Baucum aims to provide insight into the medicinal properties of endangered plant species, guiding their conservation and cultivation for pharmaceutical purposes.

The Sara Shallenberger Brown Garden Club of America National Parks Conservation Scholarship
School: undergraduate, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Apprentice Crew Leader and Environmental Stewardship Fellow, Fedcap Crew 

Pfahler will work as an Apprentice Crew Leader with the Fedcap Crew, serving as the go-between for site partners and staff to organize scheduling and logistics for projects, volunteer days, and educational days.

The Corliss Knapp Engle Scholarship in Horticulture
School: PhD candidate in Horticultural Substrates, North Carolina State University

Investigating the Phytotoxic Potential of Engineered Wood Substrates

By identifying toxic chemicals in growing mediums containing engineered wood, Bobo aims to provide practical solutions to growers and substrate manufacturers to enable the immediate use of treated fresh wood fiber in growing regimes.

The Loy McCandless Marks Scholarship (an International Scholarship in Tropical Horticulture or Landscape Architecture)
School: master’s student, Dual Degree Program: Landscape Architecture/Architecture, Illinois Institute of Technology

Tropical Streets throughout the Atlantic Dark Coast

Gaston’s botanical illustrations of historically significant tropical streets in New Orleans, Rio de Janeiro, and Salvador de Bahia will increase awareness and preservation efforts of these sites.