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Da Vinci’s “Tree Rule” Debunked
Leonardo da Vinci’s “Rule of Trees” describes the proportions of a tree’s branches, trunk, and vessels that transport water through the tree. However, a new
Glowing plants sold by biotech start-up
In a breakthrough development, Light Bio has successfully transferred the bioluminescence of a tropical fungus onto decorative plants, causing them to emit a green glow
Fossil with preserved trachea found
A unique prehistoric python with an elongated lung has been discovered in the Messel Pit near Darmstadt, Germany. The Messel Pit is one of the
Plants affected by anesthesia too
Plants may hold the key to understanding the effects of anesthesia on humans. For over 150 years, doctors have been using anesthesia on patients, yet
Indoor Plants Remove 97% Toxins
The Power of Nature in Our Living Spaces: Plants Filter Toxins and Improve Air Quality Plants are more than just decorative elements in our homes
Hungry Plant Turns Carnivorous
The Triphyophyllum peltatum, also known as the Dreifaltigblatt, is a plant that typically undergoes photosynthesis but can transform into a carnivorous plant. Researchers from the
CO2’s Anti-Greenhouse Effect Underestimated
A new study conducted by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) has found that the anti-greenhouse effect of CO2 has been underestimated. The study shows
COVID-19 vaccine grown in tobacco
A new Covid-19 vaccine made from plants could soon be hitting the market, offering a simpler and more efficient production process than existing mRNA and
Mercury in Oceans from Gas Exchange
A new study by the University of Basel has revealed that the majority of mercury in the oceans comes from gas exchange, rather than contaminated
Genetic Roots Create Resilient Crops
Genetically modified plants have been found to develop deeper roots, making them more resilient to environmental conditions and enabling agriculture in harsher environments. Additionally, these
