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A recent study has pinpointed two key enzymes in Citrus sinensis that play a crucial role in the plant's defense mechanism against the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), a vector for the lethal huanglongbing (HLB) disease. This research offers a promising lead in the battle against a disease that has caused significant losses in the citrus industry.

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In a recent study, scientists have unlocked the genetic secrets of Cissus quadrangularis, a plant that flourishes in the harshest of desert climates. The discovery of its adaptive traits and the Crassulacean acid metabolism (CAM) pathway marks a significant leap forward in the quest for drought-resistant crops.

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A study reveals a novel mechanism in roses where the Tryptophan-rich sensory protein (TSPO) degrades the ethylene receptor ETHYLENE RESPONSE 3 (RhETR3) to enhance salt tolerance.

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People with high blood pressure have a higher risk of cognitive impairment, including dementia, but a new study from researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine suggests that engaging in vigorous physical activity more than once a week can lower that risk.

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 Cleveland Clinic researchers found higher amounts of the sugar alcohol xylitol are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.

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Researchers have made significant strides in understanding the genetic factors that shape the Chrysanthemum lavandulifolium's inflorescence, with a particular focus on the cla-miR164-NO APICAL MERISTEM (ClNAM) gene's regulatory functions. This study provides a foundation for advancements in the targeted breeding and genetic enhancement of this species.

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Scientists from Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University obtained vibrational spectra for 15 samples of amber and resins, that imitate amber, from all over the world. The data presented by authors can be used as a kind of standard in order to distinguish false gems and products from real amber. Results of the research are published in magazine Data in Brief.

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Little is yet known about the health effects of nanoparticles on pregnancy. An interdisciplinary team led by Empa researchers is currently analyzing the risks for babies in the womb. Using a lab model, the researchers were able to determine that certain nanoparticles impair the release of chemical messengers in the placenta and thus the formation of blood vessels. They published their findings in the journal Advanced Science.

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A study by researchers from the University of Adelaide has found that when using cashless methods of payment, individuals tend to spend more when purchasing.