Knowing the names and stories of trees can add a whole new layer to your hikes. Here are eight that you might spot on ...

Leaf development describes the coordinated morphogenesis process by which a leaf is formed, and grows to become a mature photosynthetic organ. It starts from the initiation of a primordium in the ...

Poison oak rash is an allergic reaction to the leaves or stems of the western poison oak plant (Toxicodendron diversilobum). Home remedies and medical treatments can help manage symptoms.

The solar-powered device can make valuable energy-dense molecules from carbon dioxide and water. For many years, researchers have been working to build devices that can mimic photosynthesis—the ...