Researchers have identified stem rust resistance in the wild cereal plant Aegilops sharonensis and successfully transferred the resistance gene into bread wheat.

A sand-based mulch could help reduce irrigation on desert farms.

Stem cell analyses could reveal how extra doses of some genes lead to the characteristics seen in males born with one or more surplus X chromosomes.

Insight into the function of the nucleocapsid protein could help develop drugs that reduce coronavirus impact.

Unmanned aerial vehicles show promise for monitoring coastal water flows over large areas.

Sequencing a high-quality bread wheat genome facilitates the identification of a gene that confers stripe rust resistance and may lead to improved crop resilience.

A novel plant-breeding strategy is targeting crop yield, nutritional value and stress tolerance, all through the expression of one gene.

A solar-driven system to generate electricity and produce water for crops in arid areas may help a decentralized approach to food, water and energy security.

Hydrogen peroxide only forms in the presence of ozone in water microdroplets.

Cell processes and research reproducibility may be significantly impacted by changes in batch cultures as cells grow. More monitoring and improved procedures are needed.

Genomic defense mechanism harnessed to manipulate gene activity in worms.

Satellite data analysis lays a foundation for future studies on the impact of climate change on the Red Sea ecosystem.

Miniature RNA-cutting protein harnessed for diagnostics and therapeutics.

The three-dimensional structure of a protein complex that is key for replicating damaged DNA offers insights into its regulation.

Understanding the interplay between bacteria and sulfur is leading to exciting biotechnologies that could enable crops to be irrigated with salty water.

Restoration processes to increase the resilience of corals are needed to counter environmental pressures from climate change.

Providing 3D-printed structures can help coral reefs recover faster.

Combining two chemical-free treatments shows promise as an approach for reducing biofilm build-up on anaerobic bioreactor membranes.

A wax-based treatment for jute bags improves water repellency and reduces loss of stored food grains.

Understanding how liquid marbles behave as they evaporate provides valuable insights into these unique structures and their potential applications.