Therefore, there is a pressing need to explore and develop new sources of starch. Methods: We develop a novel duckweed cultivation technology that combines nutrients limitation and CO 2 ...

Duckweed, according to many studies, has a great deal of benefits as an alternative protein. Containing a high protein percentage (43% according to the University of Leeds), the plant is easy to ...

A sample of duckweed has been sent to space to test the impacts of gravity on the plant. Researchers think it has potential as a source of food and material for astronauts. Australian researchers ...

Duckweed, a common aquatic plant in New Hampshire’s lakes, ponds and streams could help filter water contaminants like excess nutrients and then be used as a green manure in agricultural systems.

However, in certain regions of South East Asia, farm animals and humans have been eating a small plant called duckweed for a very long time. As researchers in food science, we propose shedding ...

Duckweed, a common aquatic plant in lakes, ponds, and streams could help filter water contaminants like excess nutrients and then be used as a green manure in agricultural systems. Research by New ...

We all know the stone fruit all-stars, but some others make the list that may surprise even the savviest shopper. The basic requirement to be classified as a stone fruit is it must be a fruit with a ...