Scientists at TUM are using rapid, lab-based evolution to create longer-lasting plant enzymes, boosting crop yields. By mutating genes in yeast, they fast-track genetic improvements before introducing ...

Here, we review the evidence for the effects of urbanization on the ecology and evolution of plant-herbivore interactions. We first summarize how abiotic factors associated with urbanization affect ...

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A new study has uncovered critical genetic factors that could revolutionize the fight against powdery mildew (PM) in melons, ...

Bitter melon, also known as Momordica charantia or bitter gourd, is a plant that gets its name from its taste. It becomes more and more bitter as it ripens. It grows in a number of areas ...

These findings not only enhance our understanding of land plant evolution, but could also inspire new biotechnological applications. For example, algae-derived UV-resistant compounds could be ...

A sharp knife effortlessly glides through a fresh green bitter melon, revealing its uniquely textured interior with each ...

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More research is needed, however, to prove this effect. Animal studies suggest that bitter melon could have anti-anemia activities. The research is very preliminary, however, and more work will need ...