Seagrass photosynthesis secrets may unlock better low-light crops
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·2 viewsScientists have uncovered how the Mediterranean seagrass Posidonia oceanica thrives in the dim, blue-green light conditions of the seafloor. The plant has evolved modifications to its photosynthetic system that allow it to capture more light and transfer energy more efficiently. Researchers believe these natural adaptations could serve as a blueprint for engineering future crop plants. Such crops could be designed to perform better in low-light environments, such as beneath dense plant canopies.
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