In field studies carried out in China and Japan, the rice that was grown in air with elevated CO2 concentrations contained significant nutrition losses. Photo: Bloomberg
Rice is the primary food source for more than three billion people around the world. Many are unable to afford a diverse and nutritious diet that includes complete protein, grains, fruits and vegetables. They rely heavily on more affordable cereal crops, including rice, for most of their calories.
(The University of Washington) research focuses on health risks associated with climate variability and change. In a recently published study (May 23, Science Advances) we worked with scientists from Australia, China, Japan, and the United States to assess how the rising carbon dioxide concentrations that are fuelling climate change could alter the nutritional value of rice.
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