Fine-tuning leaf angle with CRISPR improves sugarcane yield
Sugarcane is the world’s largest crop by biomass yield, providing 80 percent of the sugar and 40 percent of the […]
Genetics
How human derived RNA fragments help the Hepatitis E virus microbiologystudy
Why does Hepatitis E become chronic in some patients, and why do medications not work? To find out, an international
New technique reveals earliest signs of genetic mutations
Mutations are changes in the molecular “letters” that make up the DNA code, the blueprint for all living cells. Some
Protein study could help researchers develop new antibiotics microbiologystudy
A bacterial enzyme called histidine kinase is a promising target for new classes of antibiotics. However, it has been difficult
Modifying genomes of tardigrades to unravel their secrets
Some species of tardigrades are highly and unusually resilient to various extreme conditions fatal to most other forms of life.
Algae offer real potential as a renewable electricity source microbiologystudy
The need to transition away from fossil fuels to more sustainable energy production is critical. That’s why a team of
Sweaty cattle may boost food security in a warming world
Sweaty cows may not sound like the most exciting company, but in a warming world, researchers can’t get enough of
Scientists engineer yellow-seeded camelina with high oil output microbiologystudy
Efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions from transportation fuels are increasing demand for oil produced by nonfood crops. These plants
Finding hidden genetic treasure: Study uncovers untapped diversity in historic wheat collection
A decade-long collaborative study has discovered huge genetic potential that is untapped in modern wheat varieties. The international study which
The gender gap in life expectancy: Are eggs and sperm partly responsible? microbiologystudy
Women live longer than men. This isn’t unique to humans, either; we see this trend in a wide range of