03-18-2024
New orchid species, Solenangis impraedicta, sets a world record
Discovering a new orchid species with the longest nectar spur on record, scientists from the Missouri Botanical Garden and international collaborators have linked their find directly to Darwin's orchid in the heart of Central Madagascar. This significant discovery represents a milestone in botanical research. It also highlights the critical need for urgent conservation efforts to protect the rapidly diminishing biodiversity of Madagascar. Floral wonders of Madagascar Tariq Stévart, the Director of the Garden's Africa and Madagascar program, expressed excitement about the rarity of this discovery. He emphasized...
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03-17-2024
Plant genetics research just got a lot easier with a simple trick
In the realm of plant genetics research, accuracy is paramount....
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03-16-2024
Synthetic psilocybin is less effective in therapy than natural mushroom extract
New research reveals that natural extracts from psychedelic mushrooms outperform...
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03-16-2024
Mold burgers: Fungi aims to become the smart food of the future
As the food industry looks toward more sustainable and innovative...
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03-15-2024
Global forests are rapidly changing and repercussions are looming
A disturbing study conducted between 2001 and 2020 has unveiled...
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03-14-2024
Space farming takes a big leap forward with new stretchy sensors
The dream of growing food in space is edging closer...
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03-14-2024
Giant sequoias are thriving in the UK landscape
The UK landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the...
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03-13-2024
Revealing the secrets of photosynthesis through PEP
For the first time, the high-resolution 3D structure of the...
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03-13-2024
Clean energy and biodiversity engaging in a delicate balancing act
The urgency to combat climate change has never been more...
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03-12-2024
Seagrass meadows under threat from herbivores migrating from warm waters
Subtropical seagrass meadows, the underwater ecosystems that play a crucial...
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03-12-2024
Bioluminescent plants can now provide eco-friendly lighting to every home
Researchers have identified a native plant gene that simplifies the...
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03-12-2024
Marine algae genes used to boost crop yields in land plants
Scientists have identified the gene that allows marine algae to...
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03-12-2024
Rainforests replanted with seedlings after logging don't recover well
In a recent research project, scientists made a significant discovery...
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