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New method for testing condition of seeds
Wageningen UR develops method for testing condition of seeds Flow-cytometry, the technique for studying large numbers of individual cells in a fluid, can be combined with the use of special fluorescent colouring agents to form a valuable method of determining the health of seeds and seed consignments. This is shown in the thesis with which... view more... (2001-04-03)
MSU scientist helps map potato genome; move will improve crop yield
It's been cultivated for at least 7,000 years and spread from South America to grow on every continent except Antarctica. Now the humble potato has had its genome sequenced. view more (2009-09-25)
Faster than ever seen before - speeding electrons will be snapped by new UK attosecond 'camera'
Ultrafast lasers helping to make some of the shortest pulses of light ever seen in the UK will be at the heart of a new system to capture the movements of electrons as they whizz around the nucleus of atoms. A UKP3.5 million research grant from the UK Research Councils' Basic Technology Programme announced today has been awarded to a team of... view more... (2003-01-15)
Mushrooms as good an antioxidant source as more colorful veggies
Portabella and crimini mushrooms rank with carrots, green beans, red peppers and broccoli as good sources of dietary antioxidants, Penn State researchers say. view more (2006-06-27)
Bacterial protein mimics host to cripple defenses
Like a wolf in sheep's clothing, a protein from a disease-causing bacterium slips into plant cells and imitates a key host protein in order to cripple the plant's defenses. view more (2005-12-23)
Scientists expand microbe 'gene language'
An international group of scientists has expanded the universal language for the genes of both disease-causing and beneficial microbes and their hosts. view more (2007-03-02)
Draft potato genome based on unique potato variety
The Potato Genome Sequencing Consortium (PGSC), an international team of scientists from industry and academia in 14 countries, has released a draft sequence of the potato genome with the help of a Virginia Tech researcher. view more (2009-09-28)
Scientists genetically engineer tomatoes with enhanced folate content
Leafy greens and beans aren't the only foods that pack a punch of folate, the vitamin essential for a healthy start to pregnancy. view more (2007-03-07)
No magic tomato? Study breaks link between lycopene and prostate cancer prevention
Tomatoes might be nutritious and tasty, but don't count on them to prevent prostate cancer. view more (2007-05-17)
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