Minnesota is well known for frigid cold and lots of snow, and this winter is no different. According to climate data, average 24-hour temperatures for December through February in the state are around ...

Tree rings hold clues about ancient solar storms. New research shows tree growth and carbon storage can shift those signals ...

The path of 14C from cosmic rays to cellulose. Green arrows denote newer pools of 14C and brown arrows denote older pools. The size of the arrow reflects best estimates of size of the carbon pool.

Indoors, its dependable value is simpler: upright leaves catch dust, slow transpiration softens dry heat, and the plant stays ...

Advanced imaging techniques have revolutionized the study of plant development and function, providing unprecedented insights into the intricate processes that occur at various structural levels, from ...

The rapid development of industrialization, urbanization, and modern agriculture has led to the widespread occurrence of ...

Iron (Fe) is a vital micronutrient for plants, which is required for processes such as photosynthesis and enzyme activity.

Deciduous trees, like maples, birches, and aspen, have leaves that can't handle the cold well. To conserve energy and water ...

An experiment in western China over the past four decades shows that it is possible to tame the expansion of desert lands ...

Effective pruning also maintains a healthy and vibrant tree, boosts fruit production, and protects against pests and diseases ...

For 450 million years, plants and soil fungi have been trading partners. The fungi weave through plant roots, delivering ...

If you built a potato-powered clock as a child, you know plants can generate electricity. But scientists are now developing sophisticated methods to harness this power on a much larger scale. The ...