Researchers at the University of Minnesota have identified a natural colorant derived from plant nectar, which has been shown to attract pollinators. The discovery, known as nesocodin, has significant implications for the food and textile industries, where synthetic colorants are currently relied upon.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 25, 2022
Researchers at Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA) have developed a protective cover for fruits and vegetables based on renewable raw materials. The cellulose coating extends the shelf life of bananas by more than a week, significantly reducing food waste.
SourceSwiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 4, 2022
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A new study reveals that balancing iron and phosphorus levels is crucial to prevent chlorosis, a condition associated with yellowing leaves. The research team found that removing phosphorus can help restore photosynthesis, highlighting the need for more environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 10, 2021
A team of researchers from UC Riverside has discovered how a small molecule called auxin triggers the growth process in plants. By analyzing cell walls, they found that auxin lowers pH levels, causing cells to become acidic and soften, allowing them to expand and grow.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalNature·DateNov 18, 2021
Researchers discovered a novel type of bivalent chromatin that enables plants to quickly produce defense compounds like camalexin in response to pathogens. This understanding could inform strategies to improve crop yields and combat global hunger.
SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 26, 2021
Researchers have identified a key component of plants' light response, allowing them to regulate gene expression and control stem growth. By reducing PIF protein activity, they can slow down stem growth and promote leaf and seed production, leading to increased crop yields and improved food supply.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 6, 2021
Researchers found that clover grown with symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria in Martian regolith experienced significant 75% more root and shoot growth compared to uninoculated plants. However, the regolith showed no excess production of nitrogen compounds, suggesting a potential role for these microbes in terraforming Mars soils.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 29, 2021
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A new chemical discovered by a UC Riverside team helps dormant seeds germinate, increasing crop yields and food supply. The compound, Antabactin, blocks ABA hormone receptors, allowing seeds to sprout in response to environmental stressors.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 17, 2021
Researchers aim to produce enough mRNA vaccines from spinach and lettuce to rival traditional shots. They're exploring chloroplasts as a key to making plant-based mRNA vaccines that can be stored at room temperature.
A new study from Edith Cowan University has identified over 2,500 proteins in lupin seeds using a novel testing regime. The research aims to develop value-added high protein ingredients while complying with food-labelling regulations, transforming lupins from feed to superfood.
SourceEdith Cowan University·JournalFood Chemistry·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 16, 2021
A team of scientists led by Assistant Professor Lae-Hyeon Cho identified a single mutation in the gene that codes for cytidine triphosphate synthase (CTPS), an enzyme crucial for early endosperm development. The study showed that overexpressing CTPS in genetically modified rice plants results in a larger endosperm, opening up opportuni...
SourcePusan National University·JournalPlant Biotechnology Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 23, 2021