How plants could help power the green energy transition
Biological science is changing the way we harness and manage renewable energy, according to a new study by researchers at The ...
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Microplastics Are Making Photosynthesis Harder for Plants—and That Could Slash Crop Yields, Study Suggests
On average, these little particles could reduce photosynthesis in plants and algae by up to 12 percent, according to the ...
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A moonshot scientist’s giant leap for plant-kind
“Chickpeas are an underdog in the plant world. They’re hardy, tough and can survive in a wide range of environments. If we can grow them on the moon, they might be able to provide food and contribute ...
Chinese scientists explain energy transfer mechanism in chloroplasts and its evolution
A recent study by Chinese scientists has revealed the intricate molecular machinery driving energy exchange within ...
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Scientists Find Life-Thriving “Oasis” During Earth’s Mass Extinction, 252M Years Ago
Scientists have found a rare life "oasis" where plants and animals thrived during Earth's deadliest mass extinction 252 ...
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Study shows how microplastic pollution is impacting plant growth
A new study finds that microplastic pollution reduces plant photosynthesis, threatening global food security and worsening ...
Plants struggled for millions of years after the world's worst climate catastrophe, scientists reveal
A team of scientists from University College Cork (UCC), the University of Connecticut, and the Natural History Museum of ...