Researchers at the Department of Biochemistry, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), have uncovered a long-sought mechanism employed by primitive land plants such as bryophytes (including mosses and ...

The Moon-Rice project is crafting ultra-small, nutrient-packed rice plants for space missions. These resilient crops could feed astronauts and serve future farming needs on Earth.

“Things we’ll never know” science fair highlights US’s canceled research Congressional Democrats host scientists whose grants have been canceled.

Researchers put on a "science fair for canceled grants" on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday to highlight cuts to federal funding for science.

Back in March, the Capital Area Science and Engineering Fair took place. Champions were crowned and then in May they went on to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Ohio.

Gardeners will try almost anything to help their plants grow. From fancy compost to strict watering times, there are plenty of ways to give their flowers a boost.

Researchers have completed the first comprehensive exploration of itaconate, a natural compound involved in metabolism, in plants. The researchers found that itaconate helps plants grow, a finding ...

Scientists have discovered that a molecule known for defending animal immune systems called itaconate also plays a powerful role in plants. Researchers showed that itaconate not only exists in ...

KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Exchange Place Living History Farm hosted the first day of its 39th annual Spring Garden Fair on Saturday. The farm welcomed guests to view thousands of plants for ...

Microplastics threaten global food security by reducing crop yields and stunting plant growth, prompting calls for urgent action, researchers say.

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Middle school students from around Region 1 displayed their science projects at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts on Wednesday.

The students ensured their race car met all of the competition requirements. (Chiara LaVine) Engineering students presented their capstone projects at the 2025 Engineering Capstone Fair.