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Nature
1 month ago
Data science

The temperature sensor TWA1 is required for thermotolerance in Arabidopsis - Nature

Climatic temperature gradients impact plant growth and fitness, with different species having varied optimal temperatures triggering acclimation responses.
ABA plays a crucial role in plant response to heat and water stress, influencing transpiration, photosynthesis, and thermotolerance. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Mateo County approves $15 million budget for drainage project

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved $15 million for the Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement project. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
Environment

Climate Change Could Save the Rust Belt

Rising temperatures will lead to a possible economic shift towards the Great Lakes region.
Climate migration could impact cities in the Great Lakes region. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
OMG science

Giant sequoias thriving in UK and could grow as tall as California's

Giant sequoias thrive in the UK, well adapted to the wetter climate for carbon sequestration.
Study highlights the potential of giant sequoias in the UK for impacting climate change positively. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Threatened in their homeland, feral Mexican parrots thrive on L.A.'s exotic landscaping

Tropical parrots adapted to urban life in California through the pet trade
Introduced parrots thriving in cities due to exotic tree resources and climate similarities [ more ]
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