Bulwark of blooms: The lily"s secret armor against plant pathogens
Fusarium wilt is a severe threat to the global cut-flower industry, particularly impacting lilies. Caused by Fusarium oxysporum, this disease results in significant economic losses due to plant decay and death. Traditional breeding methods have strug.....»»
Plant fungus provides new drug target for colorectal cancer therapy
Novel chemical compounds from a fungus could provide new perspectives for treating colorectal cancer, one of the most common and deadliest cancers worldwide......»»
If one rumor about Spider-Man in Avengers: Secret Wars is true, I hope it’s this one
Spider-Man will be a key Avenger in the upcoming Doomsday and Secret Wars crossovers. We don’t need any big plot leaks to know that. The … The post If one rumor about Spider-Man in Avengers: Secret Wars is true, I hope it’s this one.....»»
Joint German-Italian Battle Tank Venture Could Shake Up European Armor Landscape
Joint German-Italian Battle Tank Venture Could Shake Up European Armor Landscape.....»»
AI helps suppliers reduce plant downtime, increase efficiency
Large suppliers including Bosch, Magna and Forvia are investing significant resources in AI tools they say will help them become more nimble......»»
U.S. offers battery company $671 million for Georgia plant
The Biden administration is poised to loan nearly $671 million to Aspen Aerogels Inc. to make a key component of electric car batteries in the election battleground state of Georgia. Aspen Aerogel shares surged as much as 20 percent in New York. .....»»
Best Kept Secret: Get More Than a Souvenir With a Hands-On Workshop
Maker Faire's best kept secret is the wealth of hands-on activities! Here are a few exhibits and workshop to keep an eye out for at Maker Faire Bay Area The post Best Kept Secret: Get More Than a Souvenir With a Hands-On Workshop appeared first on M.....»»
Stellantis expanding Mexico operations to make more Ram pickups, report says
Stellantis has been building additional factory space next to its existing plant in Saltillo, Mexico, the report said, citing people familiar with the matter......»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 15: Stellantis-backed startup invests $1 billion in Nevada battery plant
Lyten chose Reno because of its battery ecosystem and its dry climate......»»
Arthropods dominate plant litter decomposition in drylands
Researchers have shown that larger insects such as woodlice and beetles play as much of a crucial role in leaf litter decomposition across different habitats and seasons as microbes and smaller invertebrates......»»
Researchers discover hidden tomb beneath Petra"s Treasury World Heritage Site
A discovery of a secret tomb at one of the new seven wonders of the world has been made by a team of researchers, including academics from the University of St Andrews......»»
Novel sensors could help develop bee-friendly protection for plants
The increasing global demand for plant-based foods makes the use of pesticides necessary in order to protect crops from pests and ensure crop yields. However, there is one major disadvantage: the widespread use of pesticides has led to a considerable.....»»
New salicylic acid-based strategy could balance disease resistance with plant growth
Researchers at the University of Georgia have identified a promising approach to addressing a longstanding challenge for plant geneticists: balancing disease resistance and growth in plants......»»
Changing watering practices to improve tomato plant health
Some people believe that talking to your plants makes them thrive. While there's limited scientific support for sound improving plant health, there's a growing amount of evidence about the benefits of mechanical stimulation, like touch, wind or rain......»»
A brown ale or hoppy lager? Even fruit flies have a preference
It's no secret fruit flies are attracted to beer. Setting aside a glass of beer is a common practice to lure pesky insects away from a summer barbeque. Research by Belgian and German scientists now shows that not all fruit fly species like the same b.....»»
Compound drought–heat wave events under-recognized in global soils, finds study
Soil is essential for life and plays a crucial role in the Earth's ecosystem, providing support for plant roots and hosting countless microorganisms. In a warming world, it is important to understand how soil hydrothermal conditions, particularly the.....»»
New web platform provides global mapping of freshwater crayfish and pathogens
Freshwater crayfish, keystone species of aquatic ecosystems, are now at the center of a new tool that promises to revolutionize conservation efforts. World of Crayfish (WoC), a newly launched web platform, aims to provide real-time global mapping of.....»»
New TSMC chip manufacturing plants planned for Europe
TSMC’s new Dresden plant will be operational by the end of 2027, but its plans don’t stop there......»»
Don Cheadle hints that one troubled Marvel movie could redeem Secret Invasion’s biggest twist
Don Cheadle believes that Armor Wars has the power to redeem Secret Invasion's divisive Rhodey twist, but only if it... you know... actually gets made......»»
Where to find Ancient Debris and Netherite Ingots in Minecraft
Nether Ingots can help create some very strong tools and armor, but they can be tricky to make. If you're unsure how to craft this material, we can help you!.....»»
AI empowers iNaturalist to map California plants with unprecedented precision
Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and citizen science data from the iNaturalist app, researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, have developed some of the most detailed maps yet showcasing the distribution of California plant spe.....»»