Plants are getting creative to survive droughts. As the world heats up, dry spells are becoming more common and harsher. Scientists are studying how plants handle these tough times. They're looking at how plants use their inner workings to stay alive when water is scarce. One big focus is on the plant's signaling systems. Think of it like a plant's alarm system. Whe...

Maize plants have a clever way of dealing with tough times. They use their lateral roots to grab water and nutrients from the soil. These roots branch out, helping the plant stay strong and productive. But how do these roots know when and how to grow? That's where a special protein comes in. This protein, called ZmbZIP89, acts like a boss, telling the roots what to ...