Plant physiology

Is Addition Breeding Possible Instead of Cross Breeding? A Technology to Easily Create Polyploid Crops is Developed

Discover how the MiMe system enables efficient polyploid breeding by bypassing meiosis. A game-changer for plant genetics and seed business strategies.

2024.06.15

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“Hidden Oasis” Namib Desert Fog Collecting Plant Ecosystem

Stipagrostis sabulicola, a resilient grass species of the Namib Desert, captures fog to sustain itself and enrich the surrounding biodiversity. Discover how this plant transforms arid sands into thriving microhabitats through its unique ecological functions.

2024.06.12

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The Reason Some Plants in Yakushima Are Smaller Compared to the Mainland Is Because of Deer.

Some plants on Yakushima Island have become dwarfed compared to their mainland relatives—and now we know why. This biodiversity hotspot reveals how deer feeding preferences exerted evolutionary pressure, creating a unique insular ecosystem akin to Japan’s own Galápagos.

2024.05.30

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Genomic Analysis of Chili Peppers: Closer to Elucidating the Biosynthetic Pathway of Capsaicin, Leading to Unlimited Spicy Food?

By decoding the genomes of pungent and non-pungent chili varieties, scientists have identified key genes involved in capsaicin biosynthesis and storage. This research paves the way for breeding hotter peppers and optimizing capsaicin production for health and food applications.

2024.05.21

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Substances made by microwaving hibiscus leaves may be effective for wounds.

Discover how carbon quantum dots (CQDs) synthesized from Hibiscus leaves using a simple microwave method show antibacterial properties and potential for wound healing. A low-cost, plant-based approach to nanomedicine.

2024.05.01

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If the oxidation-reduction of acetosyringone changes gene expression in E. coli, can it also enhance T-DNA insertion in Agrobacterium used for plant transformation?

Discover how oxidized acetosyringone alters gene expression in E. coli and may influence T-DNA transfer efficiency in Agrobacterium-mediated transformation.

2024.04.27

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Germination and Growth Improved with Spice Extract Treated Seeds!

Discover how botanical extracts from turmeric and neem significantly improved chickpea seed germination, growth, and yield. A promising natural alternative to chemical seed priming agents for sustainable agriculture.

2024.04.24

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The Environmental Adaptation System of Amphibious Plants is Fascinating.

Discover how Rorippa aquatica adapts to both land and underwater environments. Within just one hour of submergence, this amphibious plant activates over 1,800 genes. Learn how ethylene and blue light control its leaf morphology, with implications for flood-resilient crops.

2024.04.22

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Advocating for Crop Rotation and Intercropping: A Future with Increased Yields through Altering Soil Microbial Community Structures.

Discover how rotating and intercropping crops like peanut, rapeseed, and maize can reshape soil microbiota, enhance nitrogen fixation, and increase yield. A new perspective on plant-microbe symbiosis and sustainable agriculture.

2024.04.07

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Have you ever looked closely at the “seeds” of a plant? It has a thousand different and artistic shapes.

Seeds are not just food—each one holds a unique story and intricate form. Explore the artistic diversity of plant seeds with insights from a new seed recognition dataset published in Nature, and see plants in a whole new light.

2024.04.06

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