Bigger, tastier tomatoes and eggplants could soon grace our dinner plates thanks to Johns Hopkins scientists who have ...
The genetic duplicates, or paralogs, played a crucial role in shaping traits such as flowering time, fruit size, and shape.
Scientists have identified new gene modifications that can make tomatoes and eggplants grow bigger, which could help boost ...
About 75 percent of the world's food comes from 12 plants. Scientists estimate up to 30,000 species are edible. Not only does this bottleneck ...
Genetic changes that can increase the yield of one crop don’t necessarily work for others, even if they’re close relatives.
By sequencing the genome of 22 different species within the genus Solanum, which includes vital crops like potatoes, tomatoes, and aubergines, researchers have developed a pan-genome, an advanced ...
In addition to its unique texture and mild flavor, eggplant has a host of potential health benefits. This article takes a deep look at 7 research-backed health benefits of eggplants. 1.