Uncovering the genetic basis of hermaphroditism in grapes, the trait that allowed domestication
Plant experts at UC Davis have defined the genetic basis of sex determination in grapevines, one of the oldest and most valuable crops worldwide....
Forest loss escalates biodiversity change
New international research reveals the far-reaching impacts of forest cover loss on global biodiversity.
Use of forests to offset carbon emissions requires an understanding of the risks
Given the tremendous ability of forests to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, some governments are counting on planted forests as offsets for greenhouse...
Scientists solve a thorny problem: Applications for citrus groves
''Why do plants have thorns?'' is an easy question: The thorns help protect against hungry animals that like to munch on the plants. ''Where...
Natural fluid injections triggered Cahuilla earthquake swarm
Scientists generated a catalog of 22,000 seismic events from a four-year period to reveal the structure of an active fault zone.
Antioxidant-rich diet reduces stress response during bird migration
Ornithologist had birds fly in a wind tunnel to simulate migration and found that birds that consume dietary antioxidants before and during fall migration...
Innovation by ancient farmers adds to biodiversity of the Amazon
Innovation by ancient farmers to improve soil fertility continues to have an impact on the biodiversity of the Amazon, a major new study shows.
African lion counts miss the mark, but new method shows promise
The current technique used for counting lion populations for research and conservation efforts doesn't add up, according to a researcher. He has been investigating...
Protecting Earth from asteroid impact with a tethered diversion
The use of a tether assisted system could prevent an asteroid impacting Earth without the risk of fragmentation.
Urban density not linked to higher coronavirus infection rates, study finds
A new study suggests that denser places, assumed by many to be more conducive to the spread of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, are...
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