Plants

Common plant virus shows stunning results in targeting and destroying cancer cells

A virus from black-eyed peas may become a breakthrough cancer therapy, training the immune system to destroy tumors at low cost.

Breakthrough enzyme discovery fights crop disease and prevents outbreaks Rebecca Shavit

MIT is transforming plants into bright, eco-friendly city lights Joseph Shavit

Worldwide increase in plant CO2 capture signals major climate shift Joshua Shavit

Ice age plants reveal clues about climate change and mass extinctions Joshua Shavit

This tiny plant could revolutionize agriculture and combat climate change Rebecca Shavit

Major study reveals plants now absorbing 30% more CO2 worldwide Joshua Shavit

Remarkable African plant could revolutionize tuberculosis treatment Joshua Shavit

Plants will take millions of years to recover from global warming, study finds Joshua Shavit

Flora apps help identify the consequences of climate change Joshua Shavit

Researchers spotlight the many health benefits of high-quality plant oils Joshua Shavit

Breakthrough technology looks to revolutionize how we grow food Joshua Shavit

Are plants intelligent? Science finally has the answer!Joshua Shavit

Orangutan treats wound with medicinal plant: A first for great apes Joshua Shavit

Fast-growing plant could help reduce food insecurity globally, study finds Joshua Shavit

400-million-year old single-cell organism acted like both a plant and an animal Joshua Shavit

Plant-based diet tied to improved sexual health in men with cancer Joshua Shavit