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Phytoplankton more resilient to nutrient stress than previously thought

An international team of Earth system scientists and oceanographers has created the first high-resolution global map of surface ocean phosphate, a key mineral supporting the aquatic food chain. In doing so, the University of California, Irvine-led group learned that marine…

Isabel18/09/2019

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Satellite-based estimates of reduced deforestation in protected areas needed

In the context of progressing towards new targets for a post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework, the debate remains on whether the emphasis should be on protected area coverage or protected area effectiveness. "It is worrying that we still know so little…

Isabel17/09/2019

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Researchers Review Environmental Conditions Leading to Harmful Algae Blooms

When there is a combination of population increase, wastewater discharge, agricultural fertilization and climate change, the cocktail is detrimental to humans and animals. The harmful cocktail produces harmful algal blooms, and many of these are toxic to humans and wildlife. …

Isabel16/09/2019

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New biosensor provides insight into the stress behaviour of plants

They are tiny signalling molecules that play important roles in many processes in living organisms. Researchers have developed a biosensor method for phosphatidic acid, an important messenger substance in plants.

Isabel13/09/2019

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Technique combats widespread passion fruit disease

Passion fruit woodiness caused by cowpea aphid-borne mosaic virus (CABMV), the disease that most affects passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) grown in Brazil, can be combated with a relatively simple technique. A study published in the journal Plant Pathology shows that…

Isabel12/09/2019

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How Plants Measure Their CO2 Uptake

Plants face a dilemma in dry conditions: they have to seal themselves off to prevent losing too much water but this also limits their uptake of carbon dioxide. A sensory network assures that the plant strikes the right balance. When…

Isabel11/09/2019

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Monster tumbleweed: Invasive new species is here to stay

A new species of gigantic tumbleweed once predicted to go extinct is not only here to stay — it’s likely to expand its territory.

Isabel10/09/2019

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Gene identified that will help develop plants to fight climate change

Hidden underground networks of plant roots snake through the earth foraging for nutrients and water, similar to a worm searching for food. Yet, the genetic and molecular mechanisms that govern which parts of the soil roots explore remain largely unknown.…

Isabel05/08/2019

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Study: Global farming trends threaten food security

Citrus fruits, coffee and avocados: The food on our tables has become more diverse in recent decades. However, global agriculture does not reflect this trend. Monocultures are increasing worldwide, taking up more land than ever. At the same time, many…

Isabel02/08/2019

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Genetic breakthrough in cereal crops could help improve yields worldwide

A team of Clemson University scientists has achieved a breakthrough in the genetics of senescence in cereal crops with the potential to dramatically impact the future of food security in the era of climate change. The collaborative research, which explores…

Isabel01/08/2019

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Phytoplankton more resilient to nutrient stress than previously thought

Satellite-based estimates of reduced deforestation in protected areas needed

Researchers Review Environmental Conditions Leading to Harmful Algae Blooms

New biosensor provides insight into the stress behaviour of plants

Technique combats widespread passion fruit disease

How Plants Measure Their CO2 Uptake

Monster tumbleweed: Invasive new species is here to stay

Gene identified that will help develop plants to fight climate change

Study: Global farming trends threaten food security

Genetic breakthrough in cereal crops could help improve yields worldwide

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