Biologists have uncovered a surprising connection between the way plants grow and how they defend themselves against ...

Heat waves are among the world's deadliest weather hazards. Every year, vast numbers of people are killed by heat stress and ...

Rice is the basis of life for many people. An international research team involving researchers from Würzburg wants to make ...

Silicon (Si) is a widely recognized beneficial element in plants. With the emergence of nanotechnology in agriculture, silicon nanoparticles (SiNPs) demonstrate promising applicability in sustainable ...

Transpiration occurs when water in plant tissues is lost to the atmosphere, predominantly through the small opening in the leaves of plants and grasses called stomata. By knowing the rate of water ...