Taxonomy & Evolution A Universal Theory of Sex Plants and animals overwhelmingly reproduce sexually, but why gamble with the DNA like that? Sarah Covshoff 26 Apr 2024
Growth & Development Researchers shine a light on iridescent leaves Some plant leaves are blue, but have no blue pigments. How does that work? Sarah Covshoff 22 Apr 2024
Ecosystems Seaweed Forests Produce Calm Waters We often envision gently swaying kelp forests along a calm beach. Now researchers have shown that the kelp forests themselves help calm ocean waves. Sarah Covshoff 12 Mar 2024
Cells, Genes & Molecules Scientists are unlocking the secrets of water efficient faba beans A new study provides insight into the physiological and genetic control of transpiration in faba bean and opportunities for marker-assisted selection to improve its performance in water-limited environments. Sarah Covshoff 05 May 2023