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May 02

Food and fuel that farms itself: Genome sequences of duckweed species reveal basis for unique plant traits

By Isabel News, Plant Science

Under the right conditions, duckweed essentially farms itself. Wastewater, ponds, puddles, swamps—you name it. If there’s enough sunlight and carbon dioxide, the aquatic plant can grow freely. But that’s not all that makes it intriguing. Packed inside duckweed’s tiny fronds…

Apr 29

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Reflections from the “Plant Sciences in the Anthropocene” Workshop – Two Weeks of Conversations, Insight, and Impact

By Isabel Blog, Climate change, Plant Science

From the very first presentation to the final wrap-up, the workshop was a deep dive into the challenges—and opportunities—plant science faces in the changing world of today… and probably the one of tomorrow.

Apr 22

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Image: UCR student Annalise Kane, co-first author of the study. Credit: Claudia Sepulveda/UCR

Triggering parasitic plant ‘suicide’ to help farmers

By Isabel News, Plant Science

Parasitic weeds devastate crops in food-insecure regions by hijacking plant signals. Scientists have found a way to trick these weeds into germinating when no host is present, causing them to die. Using engineered microbes, they’re producing key plant hormones to…

Apr 17

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Image: The chocolate tree age. Credit: Daniel Tineo, CC-BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Mapping maternal lineages of fine aroma cocoa through chloroplast DNA

By Isabel Agriculture, News

A genomic analysis of fine aroma cocoa from northern Peru revealed genetic divergence and evolutionary patterns within Theobroma cacao. The study identified 3 distinct genetic groups and estimated divergence times, suggesting that fine aroma cocoa diversified during the Pleistocene. The…

Apr 14

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Image: The star-shaped algae Zygnema circumcarinatum shows similar stress reactions to the moss (microscope image). Credit: Tatyana Darienko

Evolution of plant network: 600 million years of stress

By Isabel News, Plant Science

A research team has uncovered a shared stress response network in algae and plants, spanning 600 million years of evolution. Using advanced bioinformatics, they identified key genetic 'hubs' that shape responses to terrestrial stressors. This comprehensive dataset offers insights into…

Apr 02

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Image credit: C stocks and fluxes after 16 years of tree growth. Credit: Global Change Biology (2025). DOI: 10.1111/gcb.70089. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/gcb.70089

Mixed-species forests outperform monocultures in carbon storage, even in extreme weather

By Isabel Forestry, News

An international study has found that forests with many tree species can store significantly more carbon than those with only one species.

Mar 25

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New study highlights ways to future-proof cocoa production

By Isabel Agriculture, News, Plant Science

A study reveals that sustainable agricultural practices can future-proof cocoa production. By enhancing pollination and mitigating climate risks, cocoa yields can increase without expanding plantations, supporting millions of farmers and the USD 100 billion chocolate industry while safeguarding biodiversity.

Mar 21

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Image: An old Qilian juniper (Juniperus przewalskii) tree growing on Delingha region on the northeastern Tibetan Plateau. Credit: Bao Yang.

Ancient tree rings uncover climate’s impact on Chinese dynastic history

By Isabel News, Plant Science

Ancient tree rings reveal how climate influenced Chinese dynastic history. Research on Qilian Juniper trees on the Tibetan Plateau shows arid periods coincided with dynastic upheavals. Understanding past climate impacts helps address current global climate change. The study highlights links…

Mar 17

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Image: Activated and unliganded RuBisCO protein from Spinach. Credit: Taylor, T.C., Andersson, I./ Wikimedia Commons

Rubisco mapping study finds potential to engineer faster, more efficient photosynthesis

By Isabel News, Plant Science

The Rubisco enzyme, responsible for capturing significant carbon from the atmosphere, is crucial for photosynthesis. Recent research has mapped mutant Rubisco molecules, unveiling potential enhancements in its function, which could revolutionize plant CO2 assimilation and adapt to future climates.

Mar 14

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Image: Above-ground parts of a willow tree (Salix sp.) that have resisted a recent mowing campaign. Credit: by Dr Markus Zaplata

Take vegetation succession into account when planning solar parks, otherwise problems can grow up

By Isabel News, Plant Science

New study reveals that solar parks can enhance biodiversity through vegetation succession, where diverse plant species evolve over time. The study shows solar parks not only accommodate energy needs but also support ecosystems, highlighting a need for sustainable management practices,…

plant science

Food and fuel that farms itself: Genome sequences of duckweed species reveal basis for unique plant traits

Reflections from the “Plant Sciences in the Anthropocene” Workshop – Two Weeks of Conversations, Insight, and Impact

Triggering parasitic plant ‘suicide’ to help farmers

Mapping maternal lineages of fine aroma cocoa through chloroplast DNA

Evolution of plant network: 600 million years of stress

Mixed-species forests outperform monocultures in carbon storage, even in extreme weather

New study highlights ways to future-proof cocoa production

Ancient tree rings uncover climate’s impact on Chinese dynastic history

Rubisco mapping study finds potential to engineer faster, more efficient photosynthesis

Take vegetation succession into account when planning solar parks, otherwise problems can grow up

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