Chloroplasts' ancient origins: Organelles may have emerged as energy producers before switching to carbon assimilation
Dec 10, 2024, 10:12 am By NULLOne of the most momentous events in the history of life involved endosymbiosis—a process by which…Dual-branch model enables better crop-type mapping in scattered farmlands
Dec 10, 2024, 9:35 am By NULLIn many Asian regions, especially in China, agricultural fields are typically small, scattered, and…Toxoplasma gondii parasite uses unconventional method to make proteins for evasion of drug treatment, research reveals
Dec 10, 2024, 9:10 am By NULLA study by Indiana University School of Medicine researchers sheds new light on how Toxoplasma…Unexpected visits are turning California into a humpback whale hangout
Dec 10, 2024, 7:40 am By NULLShortly after noon Sunday, the waters eight miles off the coast of Newport Beach were broken by an…Human disruption is driving 'winner' and 'loser' tree species shifts across Brazilian forests, study shows
Dec 10, 2024, 5:00 am By NULLFast-growing and small-seeded tree species are dominating Brazilian forests in regions with high…Hyperspectral imaging technique illuminates the colorful plumage of birds
Dec 9, 2024, 5:06 pm By NULLAnimals showcase a remarkable diversity of colors and patterns, from the shimmery appearance of a…Dogs use two-word button combos to communicate, study shows
Dec 9, 2024, 5:00 pm By NULLA new study from UC San Diego's Comparative Cognition Lab shows that dogs trained to use soundboards…Scientists explore photosynthesis for better plant growth under artificial light
Dec 9, 2024, 4:56 pm By NULLPhotosynthesis, the process by which plants, algae and certain kinds of bacteria convert solar…Jabuticaba peel can improve nutritional characteristics of bread, study reveals
Dec 9, 2024, 3:08 pm By NULLResearchers at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo state, Brazil, have…Insect genome offers insights into rare biological conditions and agricultural biosecurity
Dec 9, 2024, 3:06 pm By NULLLice live their entire lives with a set of genes that in humans would indicate a late-stage…How 'Conan the Bacterium' combines simple metabolites to withstand extreme radiation
Dec 9, 2024, 3:00 pm By NULLDubbed "Conan the Bacterium" for its extraordinary ability to tolerate the harshest of conditions,…Poleward freshwater fish are outperforming their equatorial counterparts amid climate change, study finds
Dec 9, 2024, 3:00 pm By NULLFreshwater fish populations that dwell nearer the poles are outperforming their equatorial…Biodiversity at risk in most rainforests, research warns
Dec 9, 2024, 3:00 pm By NULLNew research has revealed less than a quarter of the remaining tropical rainforests around the globe…Microscopy method can detect microplastics in farmed insects
Dec 9, 2024, 3:00 pm By NULLResearchers from Wageningen Food Safety Research (WFSR), part of Wageningen University & Research,…Genebanks needed for climate-resilient crops to thrive
Dec 9, 2024, 2:10 pm By NULLSweet potato has become a staple in many diets, but what about taro, anchote and ensete? While not…Community acceptance is key to developing shellfish farms in Canada
Dec 9, 2024, 1:50 pm By NULLNova Scotia is Canada's top seafood exporter—but in a province known for its seafood, shellfish…Bacteria biofilter reduces pig farm methane emissions
Dec 9, 2024, 1:25 pm By NULLIn the spring of 2024, Denmark housed almost 11.5 million pigs. Although many are exported, some are…New research reveals a key evolutionary benefit of sleeping for a season—or for centuries
Dec 9, 2024, 1:10 pm By NULLWhat can plants or animals do when faced with harsh conditions? Two options for survival seem most…Power comes at a price: Meerkat matriarchs' pups face health challenges due to mom's dominance
Dec 9, 2024, 1:05 pm By NULLFrom silverback gorillas beating their chests to executives battling it out in the boardroom, the…Sealed with a kiss—scientists study if mistletoe can be used as surgical glue
Dec 9, 2024, 1:05 pm By NULLThe healing power of mistletoe is being explored by researchers to see if it can be used as a…
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