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• Nara Institute of Science and Technology Researchers Uncover Molecular Defense Mechanism Preventing Bacterial Waterlogging in High-Humidity Environments

  Published: Apr 1, 2026

  Section: Environment

  Scientists in Japan have identified a humidity-driven signaling chain that allows plants to purge excess water from leaf tissues to combat bacterial "water-soaking." The study, pub...

• UC Davis plant scientist proposes "Bloom cycle" to explain why seemingly wasteful plant processes are vital for life

  Published: Mar 3, 2026

  Section: Research

  Distinguished Professor Arnold Bloom has described a previously unrecognized biochemical pathway that refutes the long-held belief that photorespiration is merely a waste of plant...