Indole and its derivatives are widespread across different life forms, functioning as signalling
molecules in prokaryotes and with more diverse roles in eukaryotes. A majority of indoles …

The root system plays an essential role in plant growth and adaptation to the surrounding
environment. The root clock periodically specifies lateral root prebranch sites (PBS), where a …

Lonicera japonica Thunb., belonging to the Caprifoliaceae family, is an important traditional
Chinese medicinal plant. The L. japonica flower (LJF) is widely used in medicine, cosmetics …

Floral scent is a crucial trait for pollinator attraction. Yet only a handful of studies have
estimated selection on scent in natural populations and no study has quantified the relative …

Tillandsia is a genus belonging to the Bromeliaceae family, most of which are epiphytes.
The flowers of some of the Tillandsia species are very fragrant, but the volatile composition …

Indole-sensitive odorant receptors or indolORs belong to a mosquito-specific expansion as
ancient as the Culicidae lineage. Brachyceran flies appeared to lack representative …

Herbivore-induced plant volatiles (HIPVs) provide direct benefits to plants as antimicrobials
and herbivore repellents, but their potential as direct toxins to herbivores is unclear. Here …

Introduction During the 20th century, the worldwide genetic diversity of wheat was sharply
eroded by continual selection for high yields and industry demands for particular …

Nuptial and extranuptial nectaries are involved in interactions with different animal functional
groups. Nectar traits involved in pollination mutualisms are well known. However, we know …

Edible crickets Acheta domesticus and Gryllus assimilis are worldwide mass-reared insects.
They are recognised as a sustainable source of protein in the food and feed industries and …