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Using Written Records – and Tweets – as a Roadmap for Plant Disease Spread

Researchers used text analytics on historical and contemporary writings, including tweets, to trace the spread of Phytophthora infestans, the pathogen behind the 1840s Irish potato famine and ongoing potato and tomato issues. By analyzing keywords and social media, they shed…

Isabel22/02/2024

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High-tech spray prevents and cures rusty plant threat

Researchers have developed an RNA-based spray to combat myrtle rust, an invasive fungal disease threatening native Australian plants. The treatment not only prevents infection but also cures already infected plants. This breakthrough offers hope for preserving vulnerable plant species.

Isabel21/02/2024

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Scientists point the way to advance conservation and restoration of seagrass meadows

European scientists outline critical research questions for seagrass conservation. Seagrass meadows, crucial for carbon storage and biodiversity, face decline. Collaborative efforts aim to address knowledge gaps, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary research. Funding disparities highlight the need for inclusive approaches…

Isabel20/02/2024

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Controlling root growth direction could help save crops and mitigate climate change

Understanding how plant hormones, particularly ethylene, control root growth direction offers insight into optimizing crop resilience and mitigating climate change. Scientists discovered ethylene's pivotal role in shaping root architecture, presenting opportunities to engineer plants for deeper root systems, enhancing carbon…

Isabel19/02/2024

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Global survey shows: Broad majority of global population supports climate action

A global survey, encompassing 125 countries and over 130,000 individuals, reveals unprecedented support for climate action. Findings indicate 69% of respondents are willing to allocate 1% of personal income towards combating climate change. Overwhelmingly, 86% support pro-climate social norms, emphasizing…

Isabel16/02/2024

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Using Written Records – and Tweets – as a Roadmap for Plant Disease Spread

High-tech spray prevents and cures rusty plant threat

Scientists point the way to advance conservation and restoration of seagrass meadows

Controlling root growth direction could help save crops and mitigate climate change

Global survey shows: Broad majority of global population supports climate action

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