Burst of morning gene activity tells plants when to flower
Researchers have discovered that the gene FT -- the primary driver of the transition to flowering in plants each spring -- does something unexpected...
Light pollution makes fish more courageous
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Scientists discover 20 new gnat species in Brazil
Scientists from Estonia, Finland and Brazil have found 20 new species of gnat in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.
Improving ‘silvopastures’ for bird conservation
The adoption of 'silvopastures' -- incorporating trees into pastureland -- can provide habitat for forest bird species and improve connectivity in landscapes fragmented by...
Cane toad: Scientists crack genetic code
Scientists have unlocked the DNA of the cane toad, a poisonous amphibian that is a threat to many native Australian species.
Plant growth-promoting bacteria enhance plant salinity tolerance
Soil salinity is a serious problem in crop production, but the work of scientists helps to relieve it.
Wolf howls, Mother Nature claps (video)
The howl of magnificent Zephyr at NY's Wolf Conservation Center gets Mother Nature's attention.
High yield farming may be better for biodiversity
Is the idyllic, organic farm worse for our balance with nature?
Newly discovered enzyme is ‘firing pin’ for plant immunity
Just like humans, plants have an immune system that helps them fight off infections. Researchers have now identified a key step in how plant...
New method more than doubles sugar production from plants
Chemists have developed a method that can significantly increase the yield of sugars from plants, improving the production of renewable fuels, chemicals, and materials.
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