How a Single Gene Shapes the Floral Elegance of the “April Snow” Tree
Newswise — Ornamental trees such as Chionanthus retusus enrich landscapes worldwide, valued for their abundant spring blossoms and…
Glowing Plastic Spores Spring from Invasive Vines in Mika Rottenberg’s ‘Vibrant Matter’ — Colossal
When a virulent material enters an ecosystem, it can wreak havoc on existing life. Bittersweet vines in Upstate…
From Tough to Tender: Scientists Reveal the Genetic Key to Cucumber Texture
Newswise — Trichomes are hair-like projections found on the surface of many plants, offering protection against environmental stressors…
Mystery of the potato’s origins solved by genetics
Potato tubers are the result of an ancient hybridisation event Jackie Bale/Getty Images The humble potato, it turns…
How New Genes Help Peaches Evolve: The Secret Inside Their DNA
Newswise — The emergence of new genes plays a critical role in driving species-specific traits and adaptive evolution.…
In vitro bloom: scientists map bamboo genome to crack the code of its rare flowering
Newswise — Woody bamboos, despite their ecological and economic value, exhibit infrequent and unpredictable flowering, often followed by…
Unlocking the Mystery of Purple Leaves: The Genetic Secrets of Tea Plants
Newswise — Purple tea (Camellia sinensis) contains high levels of anthocyanins, a class of flavonoids with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,…
From Seed to Spice: Scientists Map the Genetic Life of Chili Peppers
Newswise — Chili peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) are among the most widely cultivated spice crops, valued for their…
Pepper’s Fertility Puzzle Solved: Gene Discovery Unlocks Hybrid Potential
Newswise — Cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) systems have revolutionized hybrid seed production by eliminating the need for manual…
How Tomatoes Team Up with Fungi: Scientists Decode a Genetic Switch for Smarter Nutrient Use
Newswise — Phosphorus is vital for plant growth, but in most soils, it exists in forms that are…
Chinese Landrace Sheds Light on Seed Weight Genetics in Pigeonpea
Newswise — Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) is a vital legume for millions of farmers across Asia, Africa, and Latin…