In a groundbreaking study published in Nature, researchers have unveiled how hidden layers of genetic variation, known as cryptic cis-regulatory alleles, drive complex phenotypic changes in plants through a sophisticated hierarchical epistatic network. Using tomato inflorescence architecture as a model, the study dissects the intricate gene regulatory interactions that govern plant morphology, revealing new insights … Read more

On the left, the brown vegetation is a patch of Phragmites australis where herbicide was applied with a drone the previous fall. On the right is a control patch that was not treated with herbicide and remains green. The high precision application with a drone reduced the extent of non-target effects to neighboring vegetation. Credit: … Read more

AbstractThe aquaculture industry is experiencing rapid growth to meet the increasing global demand for seafood. However, this growth has led to increased pressure on traditional aquafeed ingredients, particularly fishmeal and fish oil, which are derived from wild-caught fish. The need for sustainable alternatives has driven research into novel ingredients, with microalgae emerging as promising candidates. … Read more

In the relentless quest to optimize hydrogen production and utilization, researchers have long grappled with a persistent challenge: the efficient purification of hydrogen from impure, carbon-laden feedstocks. Industrial hydrogen generation typically involves carbon-based sources such as natural gas or coal, which inevitably introduce a range of contaminants including carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO₂), hydrocarbons, … Read more

In April, the feed started to change even more drastically.  He’s posts became increasingly provocative, with better English and a unique sensibility reflecting online culture. “Stop asking for cat girls. I’m trying to cure disease,” the account posted on April 15. Two days later, it followed up: “I literally went to prison for this shit.”  … Read more

In a groundbreaking webinar conducted by the Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA)-US Chapter, Prof. Ramaiah Muthyala, President and Founder of the Indian Organization for Rare Diseases (IORD) and Research Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota, USA, delivered an inspiring address titled “The Global Burden of Rare Diseases: Issues and Challenges.” The session brought … Read more

In the complex labyrinth of modern plastic chemistry lies a profound challenge: managing an immense variety of chemical substances that constitute the backbone of countless materials shaping our daily lives. Recent research led by Monclús and colleagues has illuminated the staggering diversity of over 10,000 plastic-related chemicals, underscoring the urgent necessity for a strategic and … Read more