Extinct Oak Tree Species Rediscovered, Preservation At Work in Big Bend National Park

Medicine & Technology Jul 11, 2022

An oak tree believed to be extinct was rediscovered in Big Bend National Park. Read more about the species and the plan of actions the government and science community have to preserve the remaining specimen.

Crop Plant Resiliency Using Energy Conversion Found During Photosynthesis; May Develop Immunity from Stress, Bacteria

Sep 11, 2021

A recent study on phtotsynthesis revealed a beneficial energy conversion process that could help crop plants more resilient against stress, bacterias, and even climate change extremities.

Cytochrome b6f is the Key in Maximizing Photosynthesis for Greater Yield in Important Crops

Nov 15, 2019

Creating new models like this helps researchers see that the cytochrome b6f taps into the electrical currents around it to power up protons—much like plugging in a rechargeable battery.

Plants' Extraordinary Ability To Survive Amazed Scientists: Discovery Leads Genetic Target For Growing Hardier Plants

Apr 29, 2017

Scientists discover how plants grow in an extreme environment through confocal imagining technique.

Over 60,000 Species Of Trees Inhabit Earth

Apr 14, 2017

The Botanical Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) in the UK has come put with a comprehensive list of 60,000+ species of trees.