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

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…
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20/02/2024
Untreated (left) and mebendazole treated (right) seedling of Arabidopsis thaliana growing on the surface of vertical agar plates. While the root branches of the untreated plant point downwards, mebendazole leads to the branches pointing much more sidewards, leading to a shallower root system. Credit: Salk Institute
Controlling root growth direction could help save crops and mitigate climate change NewsPlant Science

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…
Isabel
19/02/2024
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Global survey shows: Broad majority of global population supports climate action Climate changeNews

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…
Isabel
16/02/2024
Image: A closeup of Arabidopsis leaves and seed pods. Credit: Kevin Coughlin/Brookhaven National Laboratory.
New genetic strategy for preventing breakdown of plant oils needed for biofuels and other products NewsPlant Science

New genetic strategy for preventing breakdown of plant oils needed for biofuels and other products

Scientists have developed a genetic method to enhance plant oil production, crucial for biofuels and nutrition. By modifying a protein that shields oil droplets, they increased oil content in leaves and seeds. This strategy promises sustainable fuel sources and nutrient-rich…
Isabel
15/02/2024