The Cool Down on MSN1h
Scientists make astonishing discovery about plants at the molecular level — here's how it could help solve major problems in the medical field
"This study is a testament to the unexpected connections between plant biology and microbiology." Scientists make astonishing ...
nation4h
Youth wage war on invasive weed swallowing Kajiado’s grazing lands
Local youth organisation is converting the invasive plant into eco-friendly paper and baskets, creating a circular economy ...
Take vegetation succession into account when planning solar parks, or problems could grow, says researcher
Large-scale ground-mounted solar parks are relatively new phenomena. Over time, ideas have been put forward about how they ...
Health.com8h
Lentils vs. Beans: Which Plant-Based Protein Is Healthier for You?
Lentils and beans are both rich in carbohydrates, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They can help improve metabolic and ...
A Florida Gulf Coast University study looks at dune recovery after hurricanes
FGCU is conducting a study on how dunes recover after hurricanes. They are studying plant resiliency for best practices in ...
The Desert Review17h
BHE Geothermal suspends permitting process for three new plants
In a surprising move, Black Rock Geothermal LLC, an an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of BHE Renewables, has requested ...
ConsumerAffairs20h
A three-day juice cleanse could be more harmful than beneficial, study finds
A new study conducted by researchers from Northwestern University explored the health benefits and risks of a popular health ...
Genetic insights reveal plant adaptation to climate change
As climate change accelerates, plants face mounting pressure to adapt to shifting ecosystems and environmental conditions.
earth23h
People will switch to plant-based meat if it is cheaper than real meat
Price affects plant-based meat choices more than similarity to meat. When plant-based options cost as much as meat, people ...
Eos1d
Rice Paddies, Like Cows, Spew Methane. A New Variety Makes Them a Lot Less Gassy.
Rice plants are a big source of methane, an extremely potent greenhouse gas. Scientists just developed a strain that cuts ...
A tech exec ate lots of ultra-processed foods. He became CEO of a nutrition company and took 5 steps to improve his diet.
Jonathan Wolf, the CEO of the nutrition company ZOE, gradually changed his diet to care for his gut health and cut down on ...
The Hechinger Report1d
The buzz around teaching facts to boost reading is bigger than the evidence for it
People with more knowledge tend to be better readers. That’s not proof that increasing knowledge improves reading. It could be that higher achieving kids like learning about the world and enjoy ...