Roots are the interface between the soil environment and the shoot system and therefore play a key role in anchorage, resource uptake, and stress resilience. Previously, we presented the GLO-Roots ...

A well-developed root system benefits host plants by optimizing water absorption ... The growth parameters of seedlings assessed included fresh and dry matter, length of roots and shoot, percentage of ...

Although this postembryonic shoot-borne root system represents the major conduit for water uptake, little is known about the effect of water availability on its development. Here we demonstrate that ...

New research shows the symbiotic relationship between plant roots and soil fungi, leading to reduced chemical use and ...

Laboratory and field experiments have repeatedly demonstrated that modifications to the process of photosynthesis or to the physical characteristics of plants can make crops more resilient to hotter ...

Cubic Defense has delivered laser-based shoot-back systems to the Singapore Armed Forces Training Institute (SAFTI) City to enhance training exercises. The shoot-back systems are equipped with ...

licorice root, mushrooms, and citrus fruits. Eating a variety of vegetables may help boost your immune system. Red peppers, spinach, and broccoli are good choices, as are ginger, turmeric ...

Drained for maintenance, the Miraflores Locks remain impressive after 93 years of operation. A recently approved expansion plan will double canal capacity by 2015. In late August, traffic jams at ...

Following the IDF's announcement of a historic breakthrough on Wednesday that an unnamed laser defense system similar to the ... against mortars but would not shoot down most rockets or long ...

Sweetspire ( Itea virginiana) — This shrub can also handle part-shade to full sun and will enjoy wetter soil conditions but ...

Heavy alcohol consumption can weaken your immune system and make it more likely for you to develop gum disease. Limit yourself to no more than one to two alcoholic drinks per day, depending on ...