Mike Gore, Ph.D. '09, and his lab conduct research using remote sensing technology to explore the genetic basis of trait variation in crops such as corn, oat and cassava. The research leads to more efficient and effective selection of plant variations for the high-yielding, or highly nutritious, cultivar that can help feed the world's population. Gore is also part of the leadership in recently formed CIDA Cornell Initiative for Digital Agriculture, which is leveraging digital innovations in agriculture to improve the sustainability, profitability, resiliency and efficiency of the world's food systems.