Plant microbes suppress costly root immune responses to boost plant growth

Beneficial microbes are considered a major promise for sustainable crop production. Utrecht researchers discovered that beneficial…

Evolution is resetting the annual clock in migratory birds

The timing of spring migration is vital for birds. Returning too late comes at a cost.…

Structural protein essential for ciliary harmony in comb jellies

Researchers have identified a structural protein that is essential for the coordinated beating of millions of…

Spotting cutting-edge topics in scientific research using keyword analysis

Researchers have conducted a quantitative keyword analysis of 30 million articles in the life sciences over…

Deleting a liver enzyme lowers the health risk of sweet treats (at least in mice)

Hepatic insulin resistance, caused by diets high in sugar and fat, can lead to type 2…

The pectin is protectin': Study uncovers a plant barrier against toxic aluminum

Aluminum toxicity is a major contributor to poor crop growth, especially in regions with acidic soils.…

Four new strains of human adenovirus

Large-scale study to identify human adenovirus genotypes in Singapore leads to discovery of four new adenovirus…

Arizona Club Takes Advantage of Low Bands to Support 100-Mile Endurance Run

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An evapotranspiration deficit drought index to detect drought impacts on ecosystems

Ecosystems have increasingly been subject to the stress of heavy drought under global warming. To quantify…