URBANA, Ill. — For centuries, scientists have known that plants "breathe" through microscopic pores on their leaves called stomata. These tiny valves are the gatekeepers that balance the intake of ...

Scientists have created a new tool to watch plants breathe in real time. The new tech could help identify the genetic traits that make crops more resilient to global climate change, the researchers ...

Plants have long held a fascinating secret: the tiny pores on their leaves, known as stomata, control how they breathe, regulate water, and absorb carbon dioxide. But for years, scientists have ...