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04-22-2024
Cannabinol (CBN) seems to prevent cognitive decline and brain disorders
Did you know that a compound found in the cannabis plant might protect your brain from damage and decline? It's called cannabinol (CBN), and it's not the THC you're probably familiar with. Researchers at the Salk Institute are delving into cannabinol's secrets, uncovering its potential to revolutionize how we treat brain injuries and diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. What is cannabinol? You've probably heard of THC, the compound in cannabis responsible for its well-known "high", and CBD, known for its potential therapeutic benefits. Cannabinol is a lesser-known...
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11-12-2018
How ants and plants developed a mutually beneficial partnership
Ants have been feasting on plants for millions of years,...
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11-12-2018
Echinacea gets mixed reviews as a cold prevention therapy
When it comes to the effectiveness of echinacea in fighting...
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11-11-2018
Scientists work to enhance drought-resistant plants
As scientists prepare to fight the increasing effects of climate...
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11-09-2018
Using plasma to rouse plants out of hibernation
Farmers place a great deal of faith in mother nature...
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11-07-2018
Scientists engineer bionic mushrooms that can produce electricity
In an effort to create an environmentally friendly source of...
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11-06-2018
Medieval people may have used fern leaves to treat colds and dandruff
The analysis of a skeleton from the 9th century suggests...
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11-05-2018
Heat stress triggers cellular changes in plants
A new study has found that hot temperatures may trigger...
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11-05-2018
Is the midwest’s booming corn production sustainable?
Corn production in the midwestern United States has been booming...
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11-03-2018
Root bacteria is critical in protecting the health of plants
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research...
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11-02-2018
Sequencing the DNA of every living creature to protect biodiversity
A new project called the Earth BioGenome Project (EBP) has...
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11-02-2018
Some of the most endangered plants aren’t eligible for seed banking
The Global Strategy for Plant Conservation (GSPC) target of conserving...
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11-02-2018
Plants and power: The importance of rubber and sugar
When we think of important resources, especially natural resources, we...
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