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Friday, April 17, 2026
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Topic: Plants

Can plants’ solar hack fuel tomorrow’s clean energy? IISc, Caltech study cracks photosynthesis mystery

Study can help design efficient artificial leaves, fuel cells, and other systems that mimic photosynthesis. Findings published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Can we grow crops without chemical fertilisers? Dormant plant traits could be the answer

We rely on chemical fertilisers to grow our food, which are responsible for both greenhouse gas emissions and agricultural pollution, and are largely unaffordable for smallholder farmers.

800 plant species disappeared since 18th century, scientists claim green future is jeopardised

Scientists have assessed the extinction risk of only about 15% of species, leaving us unsure of what the world is losing.

Houseplants don’t just look nice—they can also give your mental health a boost

Not having access to nature can affect our health adversely. It’s been linked to symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as other conditions.

1,000-year-old grave of a non-binary person identified in Finland & hi-bye gestures of apes

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

How alternative proteins are transforming food

Plant-based, microorganism and animal cell-based alternatives to animal meat, fish, eggs & dairy are projected to make up 11% of global protein consumption in 2035.

Plants that can send emails, warn us about climate change — All about plant nanobionics

Emerging field of plant nanobionics uses sensors and nanotechnology embedded in plants to exploit their natural processes for data collection and interpretation.

Scientists find out how plants pass on defects to offspring

The findings — made by a team of researchers from the UK, France, Germany, Japan, and US — have been published in the journal eLife.

Five reasons why we shouldn’t throw away, but grow and eat weeds

Weeds can be nutritious and tasty, if we know which ones to pick.

Feeling stressed? Just add some pretty plants to the front of your house

Ornamental plants including shrubs, trees, climbers & bedding plants were introduced to 38 previously bare front gardens in England. Here’s what scientists found.

On Camera

The math behind India’s elections—Why proximity matters

It is one of the most consistent findings in electoral politics: voters are more likely to support candidates who come from their local area.

Indian LNG importers accelerate spot market purchases as prices dip

The purchases mark a turnaround after Indian buyers had earlier limited spot buying and canceled tenders because offers were too expensive.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.