Best Leaf Blower
The best electric leaf blower for most users is the [amazon link="B07SMBDW61" title="DeWalt DCBL772X1 60 Volt" /]. It's strong, durable and a full charge lasts around 30 minutes after which you could replace the battery with a spare one and keep goin.....»»
Fort Solis Explained: Gameplay, Story, Characters, and World
Fort Solis developer Fallen Leaf explains the gameplay, story, and characters that feature in its upcoming sci-fi interactive narrative game.Earlier this year Fort Solis, a sci-fi thriller game from new developer Fallen Leaf, was announced at Summer.....»»
A method to recycle pineapple leaf fibers into filaments for 3D printing
An international team of researchers, led by Dr. Mansingh (Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College), Dr. JS Binoj (Center for Advanced Composite Materials, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia & Institute of Mechanical Engineering, SIMATS) and Associate Profess.....»»
Researchers identify gene that participates in leaf response to environmental conditions
Heterophylly, the plasticity of leaf form in response to environmental conditions, occurs in aquatic and amphibious plants where it modulates leaf form, gas exchange and photosynthesis, providing a good model for plant acclimation to environment......»»
An herbal remedy caused the death of CA congressman’s wife
A bit of undigested white mulberry leaf was found in the woman's stomach. Enlarge / Tom McClintock speaks to reporters with his wife Lori after participating in a debate at California State University, Sacramento September 24, 2003 in.....»»
Blue light is the key factor affecting leaf litter photodegradation
Sunlight impacts litter decomposition in terrestrial ecosystems through the process of photodegradation. Previous studies on litter photodegradation focused on the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and only recently have the photodegradation eff.....»»
The Truth Behind The Nissan Leaf"s Terrible Resale Value
The Nissan Leaf is one of the more affordable EVs when compared to brands like Tesla. Although, the Leaf doesn't hold its value for long, and here's why. The Nissan.....»»
Library’s prized Galileo manuscript turns out to be a clever forgery
All signs point to notorious 20th-century forger. Enlarge / Annotations recording Galileo's discovery of the four moons of Jupiter, from the single-leaf manuscript in the collection of the University of Michigan. The library recently d.....»»
Researchers studying leaf angle aim to improve yields, inspire young scientists
The angle of the leaves on a corn stalk directly affects the plant's ability to soak up the summer sun needed for photosynthesis......»»
Potential anti-aging components of Moringa oleifera leaf
Moringa oleifera Lam., also known as Miracle Tree, primarily derived from India, is now widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. Previous studies have showed that M. oleifera has anti-aging effects, but there is a lack of in-depth rese.....»»
Black hole debunkers discovered a dormant black hole
A team of international experts who normally try to debunk the existence of black holes has turned over a new leaf. The team, including Kareem El-Badry — known by many as the “black hole destroyer” — discovered a dormant black hole outside th.....»»
Nissan said to phase out Leaf EV
Nissan bet billions that the world was ready for an electric car back in 2010. But the Leaf never lit up the market, and now as the industry rushes to EVs, Nissan is preparing to phase it out......»»
Nissan Leaf EV will be phased out
Nissan bet billions that the world was ready for an electric car back in 2010. But the Leaf never lit up the market, and now as the industry rushes to EVs, Nissan is preparing to phase it out......»»
Giant bacteria found in Guadeloupe mangroves challenge traditional concepts
At first glance, the slightly murky waters in the tube look like a scoop of stormwater, complete with leaves, debris, and even lighter threads in the mix. But in the Petri dish, the thin vermicelli-like threads floating delicately above the leaf debr.....»»
Redwoods Grow Weird Leaves to Suck Water from Air
Here’s how they choose the right leaf for the job -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Leaf mold compost shows benefit for tomato plants in degraded urban soils
Many urban gardeners know that adding ingredients like compost and mulch to their soil has great benefits. But it can be difficult to know what to add and why. Researchers at Purdue University gathered scientific evidence about one specific soil addi.....»»
Discovery paves way for more sustainable crop cultivation methods
Rutgers researchers have discovered that nitrogen-fixing bacteria hidden within leaf cells could lead to more efficient and sustainable methods of crop cultivation......»»
The timing of warm period determines the time interval between flowering and leaf unfolding
Warming-induced shifts in vegetation phenology have substantially affected the terrestrial energy balance as well as carbon and water cycles, which in turn exert biophysical and biogeochemical feedback to the climate system. Spring phenology of tempe.....»»
First record of a gall-forming aphid fighting off predator
A researcher reports evidence of a gall-forming aphid defending itself against predators, a first for the species, Mordwilkoja vagabunda. The insects inject saliva into leaf stalks, inducing the plant to form small growths called galls that the aphid.....»»
Nissan poised to name new U.S. battery supplier
Nissan currently sources batteries for the U.S.-made Leaf hatchback from a Tennessee battery plant majority-owned by Chinese energy company Envision Group......»»
Study provides insights into motor organ of model legume Medicago truncatula
Plants have evolved multiple movement behaviors to optimize their development and environmental adaptation. Previous study has found that a defection of pulvinus development would result in abnormal leaf movement. However, no public transcriptome or.....»»