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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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09-11-2022
Exploring the mystery of why some plants become woody
In a new study led by the Naturalis Biodiversity Center,...
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09-11-2022
Bee diversity is key to sustainable agriculture
It's a commonly held belief that species diversity benefits an...
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09-11-2022
Microplastics found in water trapped on plant leaves
Although they are a rather recent human invention, microplastics have...
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09-09-2022
Tropical soils may be deeply changed by global warming
Microorganisms such as bacteria or fungi play a fundamental role...
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09-09-2022
Changes in tree canopy supported the earliest gliding lizards
There are only three known fossil specimens of the long...
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09-08-2022
Tropical forest land sometimes gets cleared for "nothing"
Deforestation in tropical regions currently continues apace, despite public outcries,...
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09-08-2022
How much energy do plants use to lift water from the soil?
Each day, approximately one quadrillion gallons of water are silently...
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09-07-2022
Bioenergy can slow climate change - but the window is closing
Bioenergy is derived from the use of materials produced by...
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09-06-2022
Pharmaceutical companies could lose billions to cannabis
A new study led by the California Polytechnic State University...
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09-05-2022
Crop pest will spread northward as soil temperatures warm
Corn earworm (Helicoverpa zea) is considered by some to be...
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09-05-2022
Flower patterns help honeybees find food
A new study led by the University of Exeter has...
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09-05-2022
Remote monitoring may save crapemyrtles from invasive pests
The crapemyrtle bark scale is an insect pest that destroys...
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