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Join the International “Fascination of Plants Day” around May 18, 2024 – a global celebration of plants!

The European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO) jointly with over 60 National Coordinators across the globe proudly announce the launch of the seventh edition of the Fascination of Plants Day (FoPD), scheduled to take place on and around May 18, 2024.…

Isabel15/12/2023

Image: The COP28 UN climate talks beginned on November 30, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Credit: COP28 UN

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Five things to watch for at COP28 climate talks

COP28 in Dubai marks a pivotal moment in human history as unprecedented environmental challenges demand urgent collective action. Key focuses include the critical transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, the operationalization of climate funds for vulnerable nations, addressing the…

Isabel07/12/2023

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What is a COP?

COP stands for Conference of the Parties, referring to the 198 parties including the European Union that have signed the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, originally adopted in Brazil in 1992.

Isabel27/11/2023

Image: soy plant in the field, with close-up of soybean pod. Credit: Julio César García / Pixabay

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BONZAI Genes and Salinity Stress: A Path to Sustainable Agriculture

In the field of agricultural science, understanding the intricacies of soybean resilience holds profound significance. Soybeans (Glycine max) are a pivotal crop species, highly regarded for their versatility and their substantial contribution to global food and feed supplies, as well…

Isabel17/10/2023

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Exciting Breakthrough in Chickpea Research: Unraveling the Secrets of Drought and Root Rot Resistance

A team of researchers has made significant strides in understanding how a tiny molecule, known as MicroRNA397, can play a crucial role in enhancing chickpea's resilience against drought and dry root rot disease.

Isabel21/07/2023

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