Aquaporins, which move water through membranes of plant cells, were not thought to be able to permeate sugar molecules, but researchers have observed sucrose transport in plant aquaporins for the ...

Sugar transporters are integral to the distribution of carbohydrates, which serve not only as energy sources but also as critical regulators of plant growth and organ development. These proteins ...

Drought stress is a major environmental challenge that threatens crop productivity worldwide, especially in fruit trees like apples. When plants face water shortages, they often accumulate ...

Potted peace lily with wilting leaves - Creative by Nature/Shutterstock The idea of using sugar on plants may seem weird at first, but the logic behind it is actually rooted in the science of how ...

The idea of using sugar on plants may seem weird at first, but the logic behind it is actually rooted in the science of how plants interact with their soil environment, particularly through the ...