Plant Science

Vitamin B1 is an essential micronutrient for human beings. Its deficiency is the cause of numerous diseases of the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Researchers have achieved a significant advance in the fight against vitamin B1deficiency, frequently associated with a rice-based diet.

Researchers collaborated on a study investigating the symbiotic relationship between legume plants and mycorrhizal fungi, crucial for nutrient exchange. Using advanced sequencing techniques, they identified key genes facilitating this interaction, offering insights for genetic engineering and potential biofuel crop optimization.…

Scientists have identified key genes and the mechanism by which they control flowering in sorghum, an important bioenergy crop. The findings suggest strategies to delay sorghum flowering to maximize plant growth and the amount of biomass available for generating biofuels…

Advancements in RNA interference (RNAi) technology are revolutionizing agriculture, offering precise gene-silencing capabilities akin to dimming a light switch rather than turning it off completely like CRISPR. RNAi, a natural defense mechanism in organisms, enables targeted gene modification, enhancing crop…