Plants droop and shed their leaves when parched, but with a splash of water, their stems regain strength and their leaves ...

Similar to humans, plants have an immune system to help defend against parasites and other deleterious infections. The human body is interconnected with cell-to-cell communication to orchestrate an ...

Researchers have developed so-called microbial cell factories -- using E. coli and yeast -- to produce a special class of plant hormones, known as strigolactones, at unprecedented levels.

Silicon (Si) is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, found in large quantities in soil. While Si is not essential for land plants, many plants, such as rice and grasses, have used Si to develop ...

The study, which has now been published in the journal Science Advances, also provides clues as to how plants manage to transmit immune signals from cell to cell without disrupting other signalling ...

Singapore's Gardens by the Bay boasts green and nature-based attractions, including a giant greenhouse filled with various types of plants and flowers, and a towering indoor waterfall.

Yellow leaves can often be a sign that your plant isn’t getting the nutrients it needs to stay healthy. Just like us, plants require a balanced diet to function optimally.

Jan. 30, 2025 — A new study has highlighted the potential of resveratrol, a natural compound found in grapes, blueberries, and raspberries, to enhance female fertility. The systematic review ...

Let us introduce you to the banana leaf plant. Although they are commonly called banana trees, banana leaf plants (Musa spp.) are actually herbaceous perennials and can be fascinating houseplants ...

Moses Odero at St.Elizabeth Lwak Mission Hospital ... for the next nine years before he was diagnosed with sickle cell anaemia. Sickle cell anaemia is a condition in which red blood cells develop ...