BTI's cluster hire strategy challenges traditional academic hiring, boosting female representation and drawing diverse scientific backgrounds to enhance collaborative research.
A recent study delved into the genetic treasure trove of wild tomatoes to uncover secrets of salt tolerance that could be used to develop resilient crop varieties.
As climate change intensifies, cotton farmers face increasing challenges from drought and heat. However, new research offers hope for developing more resilient varieties that can maintain high yiel...
A study on Phytophthora infestans traces its origin to Peru, challenging previous theories. This discovery is crucial for developing strategies to combat the global potato blight threat.
The integration of simple hardware with sophisticated computational pipelines creates an effective high-throughput phenotyping solution, enabling localized research into crop performance under stre...
By overexpressing three key proteins, scientists increased Rubisco content, thus improving photosynthesis and overall plant growth. This has potential applications for other staple crops.
Uncover the genetic journey of the bottle gourd and its role in human civilization, from its origins in Africa 12,000 years ago to its global distribution, with insights that could impact agricultu...
New research reveals gut bacteria produce fatty acids that directly impact fat metabolism, shedding light on the complex interplay between diet, microbes, and metabolic health.
This study not only deepens our understanding of the molecular dynamics behind plant-AM fungal symbiosis but also highlights the intricate and often unseen connections that sustain life on our planet.
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