Scientists have developed a toolbox of transcriptional regulators for plants and show that they can be used to construct synthetic genetic circuits that predictably modify root growth. Their work ...

'MicroRNAs' Control Plant Shape And Structure Date: August 25, 2003 Source: Oregon State University Summary: New discoveries about tiny genetic components called microRNAs explain why plant leaves ...

Plants using C4 photosynthesis grow 20-100 percent quicker than more common C3 plants by altering the shape, size and structure of their leaves and roots, according to a new study.

A simplified diagram of an aeroponic system. Image by Lilkin via Shutterstock Aeroponic systems nourish plants with nothing more than nutrient-laden mist. The concept builds off that of hydroponic ...