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Israeli scientists have found a way to grow vegetables using a fraction of the water that is required today to do so. Researchers from Tel Aviv University say they have succeeded in cultivating and characterizing tomato varieties with higher water use efficiency without compromising yield. The researchers, employing CRISPR genetic editing technology, were able to […]

A new discovery by Tel Aviv University has succeeded in cultivating and characterizing tomato varieties with higher water use efficiency without compromising yield. The researchers, employing CRISPR genetic editing technology, were able to grow tomatoes that consume less water while preserving yield, quality, and taste.The research was conducted in the laboratories of Prof. Shaul Yalovsky and Dr. Nir Sade, and was led by a team of researchers from the School of Plant Sciences and Food Security a...

A new study examines for the first time the lifecycles of plants on a global scale, via the creation of a unique database containing huge quantities of data. 

Researchers from Tel Aviv University find that wellbeing decreases as proximity of residence to Gaza rocket attacks increases.

Israeli scientists detect upswings in heart rate and stress and less sleep, especially in southern residents, during 2021 Operation Guardian of the Walls.

Climate change is presenting a growing threat to many animals, particularly amphibians and reptiles.

The researchers found that the bats’ sense of hearing does in fact deteriorate with age, but at a relatively slow rate compared to humans and other mammals. 

Northwestern Michigan College has announced the 2023 recipients of the college’s Outstanding Alumni award. As both an NMC student and faculty mem...

New studies conducted by researchers from Tel Aviv University revealed a deadly epidemic causing mass mortality of black sea urchins

Marine experts rush to understand cause of mass die-offs of keystone species that feeds on algae, as pathogenic parasite spreads quickly, killing the creatures within 48 hours