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New Biological Sensor Detects Hidden Disease in Potatoes

23 August, 2022

Israel’s Hebrew University & Volcani Institute Team Up to Prevent Looming Global Food Crisis:

(Jerusalem, August 23, 2022)-- Despite advances in increased food production, half of all world’s harvested food is lost due to שבrots caused by microorganisms.  Plants emit various volatile organic compounds into their surrounding environment, which can be monitored for early detection of plant disease and prevent food loss.

Desert Regions May Predict Climate Change in Wetter Areas

16 August, 2022

(Jerusalem, August 16, 2022)—When it comes to the world’s climate, in the past decade, planet Earth keeps sending us its summer siren’s call. According to NASA, nineteen of the hottest years have occurred since 2000, with 2016 and 2020 tied for the hottest on record. This summer is already making worldwide headlines, with England scorching beyond 40 degrees Celsius.