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The Early-Career Researcher International Network (ECRi), is a collection of activities addressed to help you. Check them now!

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Breakthrough in rice cultivation! Fast growing rice leads to at least 40% yield gains

Scientists discovered that the OsDREB1C gene boosts rice yield by at least 40%. This gene enhances photosynthesis, growth, and nitrogen use, leading to larger, more abundant grains. Field trials confirmed these benefits, suggesting significant potential for addressing global food security…
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Isabel23/07/2024
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Growing better together: How microbe friends help rice plants be more efficient

Scientists have found that rice plants use a special gene, NRT1.1B, to attract helpful microbes that aid in nitrogen absorption. This discovery means rice can grow more efficiently with less fertilizer, benefiting farmers and the environment. The gene acts like…
Isabel
Isabel12/07/2024
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Plants have good microbes in their roots, as you have in your guts!

Scientists revealed that plants distribute sugars to specific root zones to nourish beneficial microbes. Disrupting this sugar transport may promote harmful microbes, impacting plant health. A new plant-growing device mimics soil conditions to study this intricate relationship.
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Isabel10/07/2024
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Europe’s Forests at Risk: The Hidden Crisis of Tree Species Extinction

Europe's forests face a hidden crisis due to climate change, threatening tree species extinction. Research predicts only three out of 69 native species will thrive by 2090, impacting timber, carbon storage, and biodiversity. This calls for adaptable forest management to…
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Isabel05/07/2024
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A Week at the SPS-CEPLAS Summer School 2024

The SPS-CEPLAS Summer School 2024, united young scientists and researchers to address climate change through plant science. The Global Plant Council led a workshop on science communication for emphasizing the importance of conveying complex research to broader audiences effectively.
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Isabel03/07/2024
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