Growing Palmetto: Shaping the future through research at SC State PSA

Growing Palmetto is a monthly show highlighting how SC State PSA is innovating, educating, and elevating South Carolinians. The show highlights 1890s Research.

Growing Palmetto is hosted by Dr. Courtney Thomas, Associate Professor of Biochemistry, NIH and NIFA Researcher. In this episode, we spotlight the groundbreaking research taking place at SC State PSA and explore how it's driving innovation and impact across the state and beyond.

The episode highlights key research projects that are shaping the future—from cutting-edge agricultural advancements to transformative STEM initiatives. Growing Palmetto celebrates SC State’s prestigious designation as an R2: High Research Activity institution, a recognition that underscores the university’s commitment to academic excellence and scholarly achievement. The episode provides a recap of the BECT Faculty and Student Research Symposium and the STEM-T Showcase, where faculty and students present powerful research and innovative solutions that are addressing today’s most pressing challenges.