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It turns out there has been a secret hiding in gardens across the world this whole time, which could change our understanding of carbon storage. New research has pointed to two types of the tulip tree, which is relatively common, and its properties are – as it turns out – pretty extraordinary. Remarkably, it is neither a soft or a hardwood, and biochemists have argued that the properties of the tree could have first emerged up to 50 million years ago, the same time as a drop in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. It all focuses on research undertaken by...

Scientists discover revolutionary new wood in common garden tree

KOBE, Japan — Nature’s ingenuity knows no bounds. On a remote Japanese island, researchers have uncovered a seed dispersal system so unique, it’s challenging everything we thought we knew about plant-insect interactions. In fact, their study suggests fruit exists for a reason we may never have realized.

Why do plants make fruit? Cricket guts reveal fascinating answer

Gardening Know How

Some plants actually prefer soil that isn’t perfect, so don’t be discouraged - learn all about plants that grow in bad soil.

Best Plants For Poor Soil – These 8 Plants Are Happy To Grow Anywhere!

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For many plants, increased branching translates to higher fruit yields. But what drives a plant to develop more branches?. New research from the University of California, Davis, has revealed how plants degrade the hormone strigolactone, which suppresses branching, thereby becoming more “bushy.”. Understanding how strigolactone is regulated could have...

How do plants grow more branches and become bushy?

In the grand scheme of life’s relentless pursuit, microbes have proven themselves to be among the most adaptable organisms on Earth. Since the Industrial Revolution, these resilient microorganisms have colonized novel habitats, from marine oil spills and floating plastics in the oceans to industrial brownfields and even the interior of the International Space Station.

Microbes have become immune to radiation and live in microwaves

The world today is more understanding – and embracing – of cannabis use than it has ever been before. Oddly enough, the green herb with its distinctive odor has quickly jumped the ranks from a controversial substance to an almost celebrated component of pop culture. However, like with...

Cannabis use directly linked to head and neck cancer

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All you need to do is seed once and enjoy the blooms for ages to come

6 Self-Seeding Plants You Should be Growing in Your Backyard for a (Mostly) Self-Sufficient Garden

In what can only be described as a herculean accomplishment, a team of scientists has succeeded in bringing to the surface a long, 1,268-meter section of rocks from the Earth’s Mantle. This layer, hidden beneath the crust, forms the largest chunk of our planet. The insights gained from this...

Record-breaking hole drilled into the Earth’s mantle is a scientific goldmine

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Due to warming sea temperatures and mass coral bleaching events, the Great Barrier Reef is currently facing critical threats that endanger its remarkable ecology, biodiversity and beauty, according to a new study published in journal Nature. Study lead author Benjamin Henley is an Honorary Fellow at the University of Wollongong...

Great Barrier Reef is on the brink of extinction

With many regions experiencing heat waves, August in the garden is a time for trimming crispy stems, plucking spent annuals, and deadheading perennials to encourage a late-season flush of flowers. Many plants are still in full swing or at least gearing up for their late summer and early fall burst of energy.

17 Perennials to Plant in August

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

As global temperatures keep rising because of human activities like burning fossil fuels and cutting down forests, Earth is getting closer to critical points that could permanently disrupt its complex systems. Our planet is in a dangerously precarious state. Pretending otherwise, or simply continuing to ignore the issue, definitely won’t...

Earth systems critical to all life are on the verge of total collapse

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The natural world is full of wonders, one of which involves the symbiotic relationship between plants and the animals that assist in seed dispersal. The conventional wisdom is that birds and mammals, tempted by the sight of red fruit hanging from branches, are the primary players in this relationship. A...

Insects play a much bigger role in seed dispersal than we thought

Is there a way to make Mars more welcoming to life as we know it? This question has been buzzing in the minds of people ever since we discovered the harsh, cold reality of the Red Planet’s surface. Researchers from the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and the University...

Scientists draft a plan to make Mars habitable

The discovery of rare early human fossils on the Indonesian island of Flores, including an extraordinarily small adult limb bone, is providing crucial insights into the evolution of Homo floresiensis, the so-called “Hobbits of Flores.”. The findings, which date back to approximately 700,000 years ago, are detailed in a...

Human ancestors called ‘Hobbits’ of Flores were smaller than we imagined

The alchemist and astronomer Tycho Brahe left an indelible mark on the Renaissance era with his work, which was well ahead of his time. The well-preserved and somewhat mystifying ruins of Uraniborg, on the now Swedish island of Ven, stand tall as a testament to his brilliant and enigmatic mind.

Search of Tycho Brahe's alchemy lab yields element that confounds scientists

“Choose your friends wisely.” This timeless piece of advice usually passed on from generations may seem like mere words of wisdom, but a recent study led by Rutgers Health Professor Jessica E. Salvatore proves that there’s actually some solid science and genes behind it. Your friends’ genes matters...

How your friends' genes can alter the course of your life

Hummingbirds are delightful visitors to any garden, known for their iridescent colors and rapid wing beats. These tiny birds are attracted to specific flowers that provide the nectar they need to fuel their high-energy lifestyles. By planting the right flowers, you can create a hummingbird haven in your backyard, ensuring these fascinating creatures return year after year.

What Plants Do Hummingbirds Love the Most?

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Plants in dry landscapes have surprising diversity

Plants are the survivors of nature, equipped with a remarkable ability to cope with diverse climatic conditions. Their resilience against weather extremes and grazing pressure offers...

Plants in dry landscapes have surprising diversity

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