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Why this matters: Isoprene triggers a hormonal defense in plants, making them less digestible to insects. This research paves the way for crops engineered to naturally repel pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. While isoprene helps plants survive heat and insect stress, it’s also a major contributor to air pollution. This raises questions about…
Newswise — The plant root system is a complex and dynamic ecosystem that houses a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, archaea, and protists, etc. These microorganisms together form the root microbiota. The root microbiota has a profound impact on plant growth and development, health, and adaptability to the environment. So, do the plants also have…
BYLINE: Claire Benjamin Newswise — URBANA, Ill. — When a semi-truck carrying hundreds of honey bee colonies crashed and overturned in Washington state last week, it wasn’t just a roadside mess — it was a potentially devastating economic blow to the beekeeping operation behind it, said Brittney Goodrich, assistant professor of agricultural and consumer economics…
Newswise — Air pollution causes health problems and is attributable to some 50,000 annual deaths in the United States, but not all air pollutants pack the same punch. Scientists have tracked the scope of “PM 2.5” pollution over decades. PM 2.5 is a size of “particulate matter” that is less than 2.5 microns in diameter….
Newswise — Vulnerable communities in the Southeastern United States must look to the future, not the past, to prepare for climate disasters, according to researchers at the Feinstein International Center, located at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. In a recent paper published in the…
Newswise — The golden Camellia, renowned for its rare and vibrant yellow blossoms, has long captivated horticulturists. While most Camellia species produce red or white flowers, C. nitidissima stands out with its striking golden hue. However, the exact pigments responsible for this coloration have remained a topic of debate, with both flavonoids and carotenoids proposed…
Watch video/broll HERE.See Photos HERE. Newswise — Coney Island, NY, June 6, 2025 – The WCS New York Aquarium’s partners and volunteers picked up more than 200 pounds of litter today along the Coney Island beach in less than two hours in recognition of World Oceans Day, which is Sunday, June 8. More than 150 volunteers…
Newswise — Scientists at McMaster University have demonstrated that natural genetic variations in a common species of mushroom can be used to create new strains capable of making customized, biodegradable replacements for fabric, plastic, packaging and other environmentally harmful materials. While mushrooms are already being used to produce a wide variety of eco-friendly products, manufacturers…
Newswise — A recent study has brought to light some exciting developments in the realm of rice breeding, with far – reaching implications for global food security. The findings of this research, which have been published in Engineering, offer new perspectives on how to cultivate rice more efficiently. Rice serves as a staple food for more…
BYLINE: Savannah Peat Newswise — Make room, Joro spiders. There’s another invasive species taking over Georgia yards this summer. The Asian needle ant is becoming infamous as a “medical pest.” That means the ant is not only capable of disrupting the environments they’re occupying but also the people who live in them. Although this type…
