Nanostructured silica is a promising material with remarkable properties, such as high porosity, biocompatibility, and stability. ... Read more

Pathogenic fungi that cause postharvest decay of fruits and vegetables result in massive yield loss. The gray-mold disease affects various plant species, and the current treatments of non-specific fungicides are not eco-friendly and may impact human health. ... Read more

A method to better calculate carbon uptake by trees. Considering not only biomass but also measured by use of presently available sensors other aspects and factors of the trees, to get a more accurate picture of tree carbon uptake. More information available under NDA ... Read more

Vitamin D is essential for health including the growth of bones, mental health, and functioning immune system, with vitamin D deficiency is associated with a number of health conditions. ... Read more

Current microalgae farming methods are challenged by biotic and abiotic stresses, which often induce irreversible damage, including sudden batch collapse. Available stress monitoring techniques suffer from low-resolution, high costs, and intermittence. ... Read more

Numerous plant-originated compounds with unique properties are widely used for diverse applications in the drugs, food, and cosmetics industries. ... Read more

The two most pressing challenges facing humanity are the need to feed the growing population with restricted land and water sources and global warming caused due to high atmospheric CO2 levels. ... Read more

Modern agriculture faces limited arable land and climate changes. Carbon fixation under these conditions will become a significant growth-limiting factor. Synthetic carbon fixation pathways can allow plants to produce more biomass using the same amount of energy from sunlight. ... Read more