Daniel Cosgrove (biologist)

Daniel Cosgrove is an American plant biologist known for his research on plant cell walls and plant growth. His work has focused on the mechanisms by which cell walls are modified to allow for cell expansion, a crucial process in plant development.

Cosgrove's research has particularly emphasized the role of expansins, a family of plant cell wall proteins that facilitate cell wall loosening and extension. He and his colleagues have made significant contributions to understanding the structure, function, and regulation of expansins, providing insights into how these proteins contribute to plant growth responses to environmental stimuli.

He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and is a highly cited researcher in the field of plant biology. His research has broadened the understanding of plant cell wall dynamics and its importance in plant growth and development. He has also explored topics such as the biomechanics of plant cell walls and the role of turgor pressure in cell expansion. Cosgrove's work has implications for crop improvement and bioenergy production, particularly in relation to optimizing plant biomass accumulation.