The secret motor protein that slams leaf pores shut—and saves crops

ScienceDaily
Jul 16, 2025, 2:25 am87 pts
Scientists have discovered that a protein once thought to be just a cellular "courier" actually helps plants survive drought. This motor protein, myosin XI, plays a critical role in helping leaves close their pores to conserve water. When it's missing, plants lose water faster, respond poorly to drought, and…

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