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A Plant-like Protein in Humans with Similar Structure and Function!

When we place humans and plants side by side, they hardly seem like the same kind of organisms, do they? However, a repo...
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Creating New Pesticides by Combining Molecules in Plants!

A new substance that contributes to sustainable crop production has been reported. This molecule, created simply by comb...
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Just Before a New Variety. Mixed Cultivation Utilizing Strengths Accelerates Agricultural Development Speed.

An interesting study has reported the potential of "mixed cultivation," where multiple varieties are cultivated in the s...
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The Mechanism for Adjusting the Length of Cucumber Pedicels Has Been Identified! It Was Thought to Be Basic Research, But It Turned Out to Be an Important Factor in Developing Future Cucumbers.

The length of cucumber pedicels, or more precisely "flower peduncles," has been identified. It has been found that when ...
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A fine line between poison and medicine. The growth-promoting effect of the substance “fusicoccin,” which has been regarded as a poison for plants.

It has been discovered that a substance, previously recognized as a poison, can show the opposite effect, "growth promot...
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The Impact of Seaweed Feed on Livestock: A Significant Contribution

In modern livestock farming, both animal health management and environmental sustainability are critical concerns. Overu...
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In Search of Non-Shattering Soybeans: The Ongoing Exploration of Soybean Shattering Genes

Soybeans are an essential crop globally, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that soybean products are on our tabl...
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Discovery of a Crucial Gene for Thorn Formation! Thornless Roses Might Become a Reality

"The beautiful rose has thorns," "a thorny path"—these expressions highlight the deep connection between thorns and plan...
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“Alternative Protein” Review as of 2024

The Future of Alternative Protein: Challenges Towards a Sustainable Food Supply With the global population expected to r...
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Development of Artificial Fibers: Research is Progressing on Creating Fibers to Replace Cotton from Wood.

綿と同等の機能を持つ「人工繊維」はまだない There is Still No "Artificial Fiber" with the Same Functions as Cotton Cotton is an excellent fibe...