Some plants and fungi naturally resemble meat. But scientists and entrepreneurs are going a step further to design an even ...

Cell walls don't just provide support and protection for plants—they're also packed with energy-rich biomaterials that could ...

In a new study, researchers from the University of Chicago discovered that zeaxanthin, a plant-derived carotenoid best known for protecting vision, may also act as an immune-boosting compound by ...

In some cases, plant cell culture might enable the production of novel bioactives. In most cases, however, it’s about ensuring a consistent supply of high-value botanicals with supply chains ...

Making a plant cell model is a fun and educational way to learn about cell biology. Whether it’s for a school project or personal study, building a plant cell helps you understand its structure and ...

Artistic rendering of cellulose biosynthesis with zoomed in view. Individual cellulose chains (dark brown) are synthesized by plasma membrane-bound (purple) cellulose synthase enzyme complexes (cream) ...

Extracts made from parts of the cashew plant that are usually thrown away when the nuts are processed commercially were found to significantly limit the development of fat cells and the accumulation ...

In a groundbreaking study on the synthesis of cellulose -- a major constituent of all plant cell walls -- a team has captured images of the microscopic process of cell-wall building continuously over ...

In a discovery with potential practical applications, a team of Rutgers biophysicists, bioengineers and plant biologists capture first live images In a groundbreaking study on the synthesis of ...

Sometimes just using a different tool makes the job a whole lot easier. A team of researchers co-led by the University of California San Diego has developed a method to produce a special class of ...