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Researchers discovered that a parasitic plant called Dodder can silence the expression of genes in its host plants, including those involved in defense against parasites. By targeting specific regions of the gene sequence, Dodder regulates the flow of nutrients to itself while preventing the host from producing defensive proteins.
Researchers discovered a new protein, CTL1, essential for ion homeostasis in plants. It regulates vesicle trafficking and affects plant growth and development by controlling auxin transporters.
A new study suggests that replacing one to two animal proteins with plant proteins daily can reduce three main cholesterol markers for heart disease prevention by about 5%. Combining this with other cholesterol-lowering foods like viscous fibers and sterols may yield even greater health benefits.
Researchers at the University of Southern Denmark found that widespread feminization among male brown trout in Danish streams had completely disappeared between 2004 and 2016. The improvement was attributed to better wastewater treatment practices, particularly the connection to municipal wastewater treatment plants.
A research team led by Whitehead Institute reveals how a key protein in plants can act imprecisely and how it can be successfully re-engineered to enhance specificity. The new study raises standards for bioengineering in the 21st century, using cutting-edge techniques like metabolomics.
Researchers have successfully bred soybeans with both high yields and high protein levels, addressing a long-standing challenge in plant breeding. The genetic findings suggest that a specific gene on chromosome 15 can increase protein concentration without significantly decreasing yields.
Researchers from Bielefeld University discover a protein called AtGRP7 that regulates daily cycles in plant cells. The study reveals the 'auxiliary clock' plays a crucial role in synchronizing cellular processes with environmental changes.
Scientists have identified a novel pathway that protects mitochondria from toxic protein aggregates, reducing cellular energy production. The mitoRQC pathway, involving the cytosolic protein Vms1, regulates aberrant protein fate and maintains cellular homeostasis.
Scientists have engineered cowpea to produce a Bacillus thuringiensis protein that protects against the Maruca pod borer. The resulting Bt cowpea variety can yield up to 25% more than traditional varieties, making it an attractive option for smallholder farmers in Africa.
Researchers at CRAG have discovered a key gene (HsfA2) that activates chaperone synthesis to rescue cells from toxic effects of misfolded proteins. This mechanism is similar to those found in human nerve cells and may help understand and treat protein-misfolding diseases.
A global assessment reveals that genetically engineered crops producing insect-killing proteins from Bacillus thuringiensis have led to a fivefold increase in pest resistance cases over the past decade. However, some pests remain suppressed due to factors such as recessive inheritance of resistance and abundant refuges.
A new study by the University of Exeter suggests that Quorn protein may be as effective as animal-based proteins in building muscle. The research compared Mycoprotein, a fungi-based protein source found in Quorn foods, to milk protein and found equivalent bioavailability.
Researchers at Umea University have discovered a plant protein that limits aphid feeding behavior, resulting in reduced sap ingestion and fewer offspring on resistant plants. The protein is thought to occlude the narrow food canal of the aphid, providing a new avenue for developing more sustainable crop resistance.
Researchers have discovered that stressed plants need to quickly produce new proteins to survive heat stress. This rapid protein synthesis is crucial for optimal growth and reproduction, as delaying it can severely impair plant development.
Biologists in Konstanz have identified a crucial step in the labelling and transportation process of proteins in plant cells. The SH3P2 protein plays a key role in binding to ubiquitin molecules, marking them for transport to the vacuole.
Researchers are developing crops that use RNA interference to block protein translation in target pests, providing a subtle yet effective method of pest control. The technology has the potential to reduce or eliminate the need for chemical pesticides and address environmental and human toxicity concerns.
Gene silencing is crucial for plant development and growth, and a recent study has shed light on its mechanisms. The researchers discovered that Polycomb-group proteins play a key role in this process, using histone modifications to silence genes.
Researchers have discovered how Rice Stripe Virus (RSV) reproduces in small brown planthoppers, a key step in controlling the spread of devastating crop diseases. By studying interactions between proteins and compounds, they found that RSV activates the JNK signaling pathway to promote replication.
A team from MIT and University of Verona has discovered the key protein in a defense mechanism called photoprotection, which allows plants to dissipate excess energy from sunlight. This process is crucial for plant survival but limits biomass production.
Petunias use volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to attract pollinators and defend against herbivores and pathogens. A newly identified protein helps transport these compounds across cell membranes.
Researchers at Kazan University have found that ficin, an enzyme derived from fig latex, is effective against Staphylococcus biofilms, a major obstacle in wound treatment. The study suggests that treating wounds with ficin can accelerate healing and improve outcomes.
Researchers have developed a new high-throughput technique to determine protein interactions, generating massive libraries and revealing over 8,000 interactions in Arabidopsis transcription factors. This approach enables faster study of fundamental biological interactions and potential treatments for metabolic dysfunction.
Researchers have gained near-atomic resolution insights into the disaggregase protein's unfolding process, which helps break apart toxic protein aggregates. The study's findings suggest a ratchet-like mechanism and potential applications in developing new drugs or understanding biological processes.
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have identified a plant protein crucial for communication with fungi, enabling mutually beneficial symbiosis. The study found that a transporter molecule helps plants signal to fungi, promoting nutrient exchange and improving crop yields.
Researchers at Texas A&M AgriLife Research have discovered two new proteins, RICE1 and RICE2, that play a crucial role in regulating plant structure and resisting crop stresses like drought. The study sheds light on the mechanism of RNA silencing, which can be used to help plants overcome environmental challenges.
Researchers have solved a key mystery about plant chemistry, discovering how a specific protein signals the plant's circadian rhythm. This finding may enable farmers to grow crops in areas previously unsuitable and allow scientists to make targeted mutations to improve plant adaptation.
A new mutation in the Lotus japonicus plant has been identified, resulting in leaves with white spots. The mutation is linked to a shortage of chloroplast proteins, which are crucial for plant growth, and may hold clues for improving ornamental plants.
Researchers at University of Illinois conducted a study to calculate protein scores for eight sources of protein derived from both plants and animals. The digestible indispensable amino acid score (DIAAS) method was used, which showed all dairy proteins met Food and Agriculture Organization standards as 'excellent/high' quality sources.
A study by researchers at the University of the Basque Country found that feeding broccoli plants with ammonium instead of nitrate increases the production of glucosinolates, which have anticarcinogenic properties. The findings suggest a potential new fertilizer treatment to mitigate environmental problems
Researchers identified two proteins regulating hair cell formation in plant roots, enabling plants to thrive under phosphorus starvation. GRP8 overexpression increased root-hair cells, leading to improved phosphate uptake and biomass production.
Researchers at Nagoya University have discovered how plant parent genes cooperate to develop their offspring. The study shows that maternal and paternal factors work together to control the asymmetric division of the zygote, leading to the formation of roots or leaves.
A new study found that plant protein was associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, while persons with a diet rich in meat had a higher risk. Replacing animal protein with plant protein can reduce diabetes risk by 18% daily.
A team of researchers identified a protein called NILR1 in thale cress that helps plants sense and defend against parasitic worms. The discovery could lead to the development of crop plants with enhanced protection against nematodes.
A team from CRAG has found that the regulation of protein activity through SUMOylation is crucial for plants to protect themselves against fungal infections. Plants with compromised SUMOylation show increased susceptibility to necrotrophic fungal infections.
Researchers found that soy protein concentrate (SPC) ground to three particle sizes showed improved digestibility of crude protein and amino acids compared to traditional protein sources. The results indicate that SPC can be used as an alternative to animal proteins in weanling pig diets without negative effects on growth performance.
A North Carolina State University study reveals a significant shortfall in refuge cropland planting, potentially increasing Bt crop pest resistance. Researchers identified factors influencing growers' willingness to plant refuge crops, including financial incentives and high-yield non-BT seed.
Researchers have identified a novel pathway that allows green algae to reset its circadian clock when exposed to red or violet light. The study reveals the existence of at least two different pathways in algae that sense and respond to different colors of light.
Researchers have discovered a key protein involved in photorespiration, a process that wastes energy and fixed carbon in plants. The Bile Acid Sodium Symporter 6 (BASS6) protein could be manipulated to increase plant productivity by reducing losses from this process.
Researchers at TUM have developed a method to construct custom DNA-protein hybrid structures using genetically encoded proteins and DNA. This approach allows for the creation of complex shapes and spatial arrangements that can be used to investigate fundamental processes in cell biology and biotechnology.
A research team at Brookhaven National Laboratory has identified a previously unknown link between a protein controlling sugar balance and one turning on oil production in plants. By exploring the energy balance of plants, scientists have found a potential way to increase oil yield from crops grown for biofuels and biomaterials.
Researchers at John Innes Centre discovered how and why 'anthocyanic vacuolar inclusions' form in plants, causing vibrant colors like purple, blue, and orange-red hues. These structures help guide pollinators to flowers or animals to fruits for seed dispersal.
Researchers discovered a unique transcription factor, MUTE, responsible for the superior function of stomata in grasses. Engineered Brachypodium plants lacking this protein grew poorly, highlighting its importance in enhancing photosynthetic capacity and water use efficiency.
A new study from the University of Illinois shows that high protein canola meal contains glucosinolates, which reduce diet palatability and affect growth performance. Pigs fed diets containing conventional canola meal had greater final body weight, average daily gain, and average daily feed intake than those fed high protein canola meal.
Researchers have discovered a natural molecule that can repair damaged axons, the thread-like projections carrying electrical signals between cells. The molecule, fusicoccin-A, harnesses 14-3-3 activity to stimulate axon growth, offering a promising strategy for treating brain and spinal cord injuries.
Researchers have found a common protein involved in both sexual reproduction and viral infections, which could lead to breakthroughs in controlling parasites like malaria. The discovery reveals that the protein acts as a biochemical 'key' enabling cell fusion, and its structure is similar to that of viruses.
Researchers developed a method to introduce proteins into plant cells using non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasmas. The technique successfully showed high protein uptake in tobacco, rice, and Arabidopsis leaves, offering potential applications in genome editing and analysis of protein function.
A new study from Carnegie Institution reveals that plant proteins undergo extensive modification by sugars, similar to animals, but also unique to plants. This process impacts various cellular functions and developmental tasks, such as flower development and responses to specific plant hormones.
Researchers found that duckweeds, particularly Wolffia globosa, have comparable protein content to lupins, rape, or peas. They also contain valuable omega-3 fatty acids like stearidonic acid and alpha-linolenic acid.
Researchers at UC Riverside have identified a novel strategy for controlling viral diseases by targeting the interaction between a viral effector protein and a host hormone. The study found that the cucumber mosaic virus manipulates plants to release odors attractive to aphids, which transmit the virus.
Researchers found that chemicals extracted from prickly pear and brown seaweed improve cellular and animal models of neurodegenerative proteinopathies. The study suggests these substances may target pathways affected by multiple neurodegenerative conditions.
Researchers at Princeton University have developed a new tool called optoDroplet that allows them to manipulate and understand the chemistry of membraneless organelles in living cells. The study reveals how proteins assemble into different liquid and gel-like solid states, which is crucial for understanding various cellular operations.
A genetic library of cowpea varieties is being developed to improve crop resilience and yield. The library, which contains 6,000 samples, will help crop scientists make informed decisions using genetic information.
Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science found a new epigenetic mechanism controlling flowering time in Arabidopsis thaliana. Plants lacking this protein complex bloom earlier, indicating compromised regulation of stem cells activity.
Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science discovered that amino acid L-methionine activates calcium channels in plant guard cells, regulating stomatal opening and closing. This process is crucial for maintaining adequate intracellular calcium levels in plants, essential for growth and breathing.
Plant biologists have developed a new CRISPR/Cas9 vector that efficiently knocks out genes in Arabidopsis thaliana, improving the method for genome engineering in various plant species. This breakthrough enables the study of genetic functions and potential applications in crops like Brassica napus.
A team of Michigan State University researchers identified a crucial connection between the actin cytoskeleton and the endoplasmic reticulum's movement in plant cells. The discovery of SYP73 reveals how this protein keeps cellular cargo on track, enabling plants to maintain vital functions.
Researchers developed a method to increase plant productivity by boosting levels of three proteins involved in photosynthesis. In field trials, modified tobacco plants showed increases of 14-20% in productivity. The study confirms that improving photosynthesis can lead to higher crop yields.
A new study found that high-protein diets reduced liver fat in individuals with type 2 diabetes, with significant reductions seen in half of the participants. The diets were based on either plant or animal protein sources, and all participants benefited from the high-protein diet.
Researchers discovered a fungus, Piriformospora indica, that colonizes plant roots and suppresses their immune defense through the protein FGB1. This allows the fungus to avoid being attacked like disease-inducing fungi, facilitating a long-term symbiotic relationship.
A UCLA-led team reports the discovery of blue-light inhibitor of cryptochromes (BICs) that regulate plant growth, growing Arabidopsis plants at least twice as tall without cryptochromes. BICs likely have counterparts in human circadian clocks and other organisms.