plants

Millions of years for plants to recover from global warming

Scientists often seek answers to humanity's most pressing challenges in nature. When it comes to global warming, geological history offers…

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These plants evolved in Florida millions of years ago: They may be gone in decades

Scrub mints are among the most endangered plants you've probably never heard of. More than half of the 24 species…

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Researchers discover key to molecular mystery of how plants respond to changing conditions

A team of researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst recently published a pioneering study that answers a central question…

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Scammed! Animals ‘led by the nose’ to leave plants alone

University of Sydney researchers have shown it is possible to shield plants from the hungry maws of herbivorous mammals by…

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Acid sensor and calcium store discovered in plants

When plants are infected by pathogens, suffer from a lack of water or have to react to other external stimuli,…

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Will Smith Plants Kiss on Jada Pinkett Smith’s Forehead After ‘Best Thanksgiving Ever’

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith got cozy on Thanksgiving amid their separation.The I Am Legend star took to Instagram on Friday to…

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New research suggests plants might be able to absorb more CO2 from human activities than previously expected

New research published today in leading international journal Science Advances paints an uncharacteristically upbeat picture for the planet. This is…

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New pipeline makes valuable organic acid from plants — saving money and emissions

In a breakthrough for environmentally friendly chemical production, researchers at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) have…

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How to save plants from climate change? Just ask them

Redwoods and oaks that thrive on California's coastline and coastal mountains might soon start finding it harder to survive. Human-caused…

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Conversations with plants: Can we provide plants with advance warning of impending dangers?

Imagine if humans could 'talk' to plants and warn them of approaching pest attacks or extreme weather. A team of…

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