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Study shows orchid family emerged in northern hemisphere and thrived alongside dinosaurs for 20 million years

New research unveils orchid family's 85-million-year-old origin on Laurasia, thriving with dinosaurs. Recent diversity explosion suggests speciation secrets crucial for conservation. Insights from scientists urge protection of these biodiversity gems amidst alarming extinction rates. Orchids, vital evolutionary enigmas, hold keys…

Isabel04/03/2024

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Weedy rice gets competitive boost from its wild neighbors

Weedy rice, a persistent agricultural pest resembling cultivated rice, thrives by hybridizing with wild rice in Southeast Asia, giving it a competitive edge. Genetic studies reveal diverse pathways to adaptation, complicating efforts to manage this costly weed. Farmers employ various…

Isabel01/03/2024

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Common plant could help reduce food insecurity, researchers find

Researchers have uncovered the potential of a common water fern, "Azolla caroliniana" Willd, to alleviate food insecurity. This fast-growing plant, rich in nutrients, could serve as a crucial food source during disasters. With low phenolic content and various cooking methods,…

Isabel29/02/2024

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Researchers present new approach to identify key regulatory factors in wheat spike development

A study unveils a novel approach to identify pivotal regulators in wheat spike development. By integrating omics and population genetics, researchers pinpoint 227 potential factors. Phenotypic screening of 61 genes led to 36 mutations, validating the method's efficacy.

Isabel28/02/2024

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Climate change has brought forward the flowering period in Doñana National Park by 22 days, finds study

Climate change has advanced flowering in Doñana National Park by 22 days, as researchers discovered. Over 35 years, rising temperatures shifted peak flowering from May 9th to April 17th. This alters plant interactions, impacting pollinators and ecosystem dynamics, highlighting climate's…

Isabel27/02/2024

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Study shows orchid family emerged in northern hemisphere and thrived alongside dinosaurs for 20 million years

Weedy rice gets competitive boost from its wild neighbors

Common plant could help reduce food insecurity, researchers find

Researchers present new approach to identify key regulatory factors in wheat spike development

Climate change has brought forward the flowering period in Doñana National Park by 22 days, finds study

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