During photosynthesis, an enzyme called rubisco catalyzes a key reaction—the incorporation of carbon dioxide into organic ...

Some plants can photosynthesise using nightglow, traditionally comprising moonlight, starlight and the light reflected from ...

A new study investigates how diffuse light affects evapotranspiration and carbon uptake across forest, grassland, shrub, and ...

Congress’ passage of President Donald Trump’s spending and tax cuts bill this month could help grow the market for ...

Seeds provide most of the calories humanity eats, yet the cells that decide how big each seed becomes have remained a mystery ...

Succulents also play a key role in keeping indoor humidity levels in check. They soak up moisture from the air when humidity ...

Despite more than a decade of demonization of carbs and grains, pasta sales in the US continue to climb as brands break free of commodity constraints and offer more nutrient-dense and premium products ...

Sowing Brussels sprouts seeds too late in the season causes growing buds to be more vulnerable to heat stress, leaving you ...

Plant phototropism—directional growth in response to light—serves as a key adaptive mechanism, optimizing photosynthesis and ...

Scientists at MIT discover how lanthanides, a class of rare earth metals, help crops resist UV stress by enhancing ...