New research reveals RNA on leaves may impact microbial communities

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Jan 5, 2025, 4:41 am554 ptsHotTop
Biologists at Indiana University Bloomington have shown that the surfaces of plant leaves are coated with a diverse array of RNA molecules. The finding suggests that the RNA present on the leaf surface may play a role in shaping the microbial communities that inhabit them, potentially influencing plant health…

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