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2025-07-07
Uncovering the mechanisms of bacteria with toxic superpowers
A team of scientists led by Claude Bragard studied how Xanthomonas translucens, a bacterium responsible for bacterial stripe disease of wheat, attacks the plant. The aim? To gain a better understanding of its attack mechanisms so that they can be countered.
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2025-07-01
Melting glaciers: a discovery reveals a domino effect on climate
The receding glaciers in Greenland are altering the phosphorus supply in fjords, reducing the presence of algae that naturally absorb carbon dioxide.
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2025-06-24
SOILRES project launches to revive Europe's soils and future-proof farming
A new initiative, SOILRES, has officially launched, uniting leading agricultural scientists, farmers, and innovators across Europe in a shared mission to regenerate soil health, strengthen crop resilience, and reduce the environmental impact of farming.
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2025-06-23
Democratic backtracking and climate issues: an ERC for a better understanding of the situation
With a new ERC Advanced Grant, Patrick Meyfroidt will analyse the impact of the decline in democracy on land use and on the implementation of solutions to the challenges of climate, biodiversity and of the environment.
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2025-06-16
Our researchers on LN24
Viewers of LN24 have been able to discover the work of François Massonet and Sophie Opfergelt, both researchers at the Earth and Life Institute.
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