Author name: Paul Laurent

In the face of global water scarcity, innovative solutions are emerging to sustain plant growth and development. One such breakthrough comes from the Ornamental Plants and Woody Trees Department at the Agricultural and Biological Research Institute,

In the heart of Central Asia, a botanical treasure trove is being unlocked, one tulip at a time. Researchers from the Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University in Turkistan are delving into the genetic diversity of Tulipa species,

In the heart of Pakistan, researchers are unearthing the hidden potential of a humble staple: the potato. Sehrish Imran, a botanist from PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, is leading a charge to redefine how we view this ubiquitous tuber, n

In the ever-evolving world of winemaking, a new study has uncovered a hidden layer of complexity that could reshape how we understand and value aged wines. Researchers from the Unit of Metabolomics at the Research and Innovation Centre, Fondazione Ed

In the heart of China, researchers at Kunming University have unveiled a genetic treasure map that could revolutionize our understanding of one of the world’s most versatile crops. Xuli Pei, a scientist at the College of Agriculture and Bioscience, h

In the heart of Tunisia, researchers are uncovering a simple yet powerful solution to a complex problem that’s been plaguing farmers worldwide: salt stress in wheat crops. Faouzi Horchani, a scientist at the University of Gafsa’s Faculty of Sciences,

In the sprawling fields of Heilongjiang, China, a humble weed is gaining attention for its extraordinary potential. Tribulus terrestris, commonly known as puncture vine, is not just a nuisance to farmers but a treasure trove of medicinal compounds. A

In the relentless pursuit of innovative cancer treatments, a beacon of hope shines from an unexpected corner of the scientific world. Researchers are turning their attention to a class of compounds that, until recently, have largely flown under the r

In the heart of the South China Sea, a silent battle for dominance is unfolding among the islands’ plant life. Trees and shrubs are locked in a struggle for survival, their fates dictated by the islands’ size, isolation, and the whims of climate and

In the relentless battle against tuberculosis (TB), a formidable foe that claims over a million lives annually, a beacon of hope has emerged from the labs of China Agricultural University. Researchers, led by Huoming Li from the National Key Laborato