To meet the growing demand for faster scientific discovery that strengthens the bioeconomy, plant scientists worked with ...

Modern roses, as we know them, date to 1867, when enthusiasts in Europe bred a “hybrid perpetual” rose with a “tea rose.” The ...

Scientists have identified a crucial mechanism that allows plants to shape their vascular systems, determining whether they ...

How do the different parts of an adult plant communicate with each other when it suffers an injury, is waterlogged, burnt or exposed to environmental stress? Today we can answer this question thanks ...

A popular ingredient in Asian cuisine, bamboo packs a powerhouse of nutrition. Here’s how to incorporate it into your diet.

There is, as the United Nations notes, a global food crisis in 68 countries, with 318 million people facing acute hunger. Fortunately, some researchers in the US are turning their attention to finding ...

Ancient plants called cycads say “come hither” in infrared. By Sofia Quaglia If a plant wants to reproduce, there are a number of tricks it can use to lure a pollinator insect. It can display gaudily ...

Since the time of the dinosaurs, cycad plants may have attracted insects using infrared light. It may be the world's oldest form of pollination. Rhopalotria furfuracea beetles pollinate the cones of ...

Gardening has long been a popular way to connect with nature and unwind from daily pressures. Whether you tend to a small indoor plant or a full outdoor garden, the simple act of nurturing living ...

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This illustration shows how the "Pest-ID" tool developed by Iowa State researchers can help farmers identify and manage pests of all kinds. Image courtesy of Iowa State's Translational AI Center. Nine ...

For over 5 years, Arthur has been professionally covering video games, writing guides and walkthroughs. His passion for video games began at age 10 in 2010 when he first played Gothic, an immersive ...