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Chinese Scientists Crack Century-Old Crop 'Napping' Mystery
Chinese researchers solved why crops 'nap' at midday, discovering a protein that acts as a natural sunscreen to boost rice yields by up to 40%.
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Chinese researchers solved why crops 'nap' at midday, discovering a protein that acts as a natural sunscreen to boost rice yields by up to 40%.
Chinese scientists discover the MBS1 protein mechanism behind crops' midday photosynthesis slowdown, unlocking a path to significantly higher crop yields.