Dr. Bruce Bugbee recently shed light on the evolution of lighting technology in horticulture in his keynote address at the LightSym 2024 symposium in Seoul, Korea. His talk, titled 'Light for Future', traced light’s development from candles to LEDs, which has created new research avenues for plant physiologists.

Dr. Bugbee outlined the work of Dutch biologist Frits Warmolt Went, who similarly studied how lighting and other environmental factors influence plants. Went was a proponent of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and advocated for simple experiments.

Dr. Bugbee also shared insights from his own experiments using the far-red light spectrum to manipulate plant growth. Using Apogee Instruments’ tools like chlorophyll concentration meters, spectroradiometers, and quantum meters, Dr. Bugbee is working to redefine photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) to include far-red photons. 

Let Apogee guide you to successful future grows. Connect with us at our tradeshow booths and learn from Dr. Bugbee’s wisdom during his upcoming lectures. Our products are your key to improved efficiency in your research and cultivation objectives.

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To read more about Dr. Bugbee's work on far-red photons' effects on PAR and lettuce, see these two case studies:

• Far-red Photons on Photosynthesis in Lettuce Canopies
• Blue and Far-red Light Affect Vegetative Growth and Pigmentation in Lettuce

Looking to delve deeper into the realm of extended PAR (400-750 nm)? Explore Apogee's ground-breaking ePAR sensors and meters for more comprehensive insights.

For those interested in deepening their understanding of far-red photons (700-750 nm), Apogee's Red - Far-Red and PAR-FAR sensors include valuable resources.