Revolutionizing scientific communication and insight through auditory and visual representations You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2024/04/symphony-of-insights-transforming-crop-simulation-with-sound-and-music You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad023
The Synavis framework provides a solution to overcome data scarcity for training deep learning biological image analysis models. You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2024/04/harnessing-the-power-of-synthetic-data-for-deep-learning-image-analysis You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad022
A new study comparing crop yield prediction models reveals insights into the effectiveness of different modeling in the face of climate change. You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2024/04/a-comparative-analysis-for-predicting-wheat-yield-in-rainfed-areas-of-morocco You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad020
Computational model may help unravel the complex processes of drought tolerance. You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2023/09/introducing-the-new-cplantbox You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad009
A guide to combining ecophysiological and genomic models. You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2023/07/using-genomic-prediction-to-improve-ecophysiological-crop-models You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad007
Assessing the reliability of root water uptake simulations You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2023/08/five-root-models-compete-in-benchmarking-challenge/ You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad005
SIMPLACE offers a flexible and transparent approach to developing customized crop models You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2023/06/simplace-the-next-generation-platform-for-agricultural-systems-analysis You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad006
You can read this post at https://botany.one/2023/04/introducing-carlos-andres-ordonez-parra-our-new-science-editor/
Bulbine frutescens keeps track of temperatures so it’s ready for passing pollinators. You can read the blog post at https://botany.one/2023/04/south-african-succulents-predict-weather-to-maximise-pollination-success/ You can read the original research at https://besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1365-2435.14282
Researchers have developed a new theoretical framework to understand how grapevine leaves adjust their structure and function under varying light conditions, revealing that thicker, less porous leaves with specific cell shapes are key to maximizing photosynthesis in high light environments. You can read the story at https://botany.one/2023/04/how-do-grapevine-leaves-adapt-to-light-new-research-sheds-light-on-plant-anatomy/ You can read the original research at https://academic.oup.com/aobpla/article/15/2/plad001/7005251
“Didn’t expect that, did ya?!” Mason Heberling You can read the story at https://botany.one/2023/03/citizen-science-boosts-models-of-rare-plant-distribution/ You can read the original research at https://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ecs2.4419
A new study suggests that increasing urban green spaces and street trees may unintentionally worsen inequality, as they can lead to neighbourhoods being infested by hipsters and property developers. Story: https://botany.one/2023/03/improving-urban-green-spaces-can-increase-inequality/ Research: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13549839.2023.2184784
Researchers have uncovered the unique structure and function of the S1-type nuclease enzyme DAN1 in the Lance-leaved sundew, Drosera adelae, which aids the carnivorous plant in breaking down prey for nutrient absorption. You can read the article at https://botany.one/2023/03/researchers-uncover-how-an-enzyme-helps-a-sundew-digest-its-victims-dna/ You can read the original research at https://academic.oup.com/aob/article/131/2/335/6956342
A study reveals how environmental DNA can help monitor and conserve our vital pollinators. You can read the story at https://botany.one/2023/03/environmental-dna-technique-sheds-new-light-on-pollinator-monitoring/ You can read the original research at https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/edn3.399
The new strain of rice could help farmers save labour and water resources while combating weed infestations. You can read the story at: https://botany.one/2023/03/study-develops-herbicide-resistant-super-basmati-rice-using-crispr-cas9/ You can read the original research at https://academic.oup.com/aobpla/article/15/2/plac059/6986705
What appears to be a place of safety becomes a maze, as an orchid manipulates its visitor. You can read the story at https://botany.one/2023/03/orchid-mimics-aphids-to-lure-pollinators-in-intricate-trap-flower-scheme/ You can read the original research at https://academic.oup.com/aob/article/131/2/275/6883959
New research uncovers how this South African plant tricks kleptoparasitic flies into pollination by imitating wounded honey bees. You can read the blog post at https://botany.one/2023/03/emceropegia-gerrardii-em-smells-of-pain-to-attract-blood-drinking-flies/ You can read the original research at https://nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/nph.18888
Using a mathematical model to test a proposed cambial cell division feedback loop. You can read this post online at https://botany.one/2023/03/what-drives-cambium-development You can read the original research at https://doi.org/10.1093/insilicoplants/diad003
Marginal habitats, previously thought to be subsets of the rain forest, have distinct evolutionary paths, challenging our understanding of the Atlantic Forest’s diversity. You can read the story at https://botany.one/2023/03/unique-evolutionary-histories-in-marginal-habitats-of-the-atlantic-forest-uncovered/ You can read the original research at https://academic.oup.com/aob/article/131/2/261/6682811
New system harnesses randomness and provides a unique code that cannot be duplicated, bringing hope to farmers plagued by fake seeds. You can read the story at https://botany.one/2023/03/mit-researchers-develop-silk-based-unclonable-tags-to-combat-counterfeit-seeds/ You can read the original research at https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adf1978