Author name: Paul Laurent

In the rolling potato fields of Norway, an unseen battle rages, one that could significantly impact the agriculture sector. Aphids, those tiny yet formidable foes, are not just a nuisance; they are vectors for devastating plant viruses. A recent stud

In the heart of aquaculture research, a groundbreaking study has unveiled the intricate dance between gut microbiota and fatty acid profiles in the striped murrel, Channa striata, a fish celebrated for its nutritional prowess. Published in *Scientifi

In the heart of the Mediterranean, a humble tree holds secrets that could revolutionize the agriculture and pharmaceutical industries. The carob tree, long valued for its sweet pods, is now revealing the untapped potential of its leaves. A recent stu

In the relentless battle against malaria, a global health scourge that claims hundreds of thousands of lives annually, researchers have turned to an unexpected ally: plants and microbes. A recent study published in *Scientific Reports* has uncovered

In a groundbreaking study published in *Scientific Reports*, researchers have uncovered a significant link between the overexpression of specific long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and the increased risk of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in women. The

In a groundbreaking study published in *Scientific Reports*, researchers have demonstrated a novel approach to enhance rice yield and nutritional quality using zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs). This innovative method, developed by Aishwarya J. Gami

In a significant breakthrough, researchers have identified the elusive protease responsible for activating botulinum neurotoxin A (BoNT/A), one of the most potent toxins known. This discovery, published in *Scientific Reports*, not only sheds light o

In the heart of Kashmir Valley, a silent battle is unfolding beneath our feet. As urban expansion, waste disposal, and tourism encroach upon the region’s wetlands, the very foundation of its agricultural prosperity—its soil—is under siege. A recent s

In the ever-evolving world of metagenomics, a new tool has emerged that could significantly enhance our understanding of microbial communities and their potential applications in agriculture. Researchers have developed LorBin, an innovative unsupervi

In the face of climate change, flash floods are becoming an increasingly common threat to rice cultivation, a staple crop for over half the world’s population. A recent study published in *Discover Plants* offers a beacon of hope, detailing the devel