Berkley Walker wants to revamp photosynthesis for a changing climate

Berkley Walker didn’t plan on becoming a scientist; he wanted to be an entrepreneur. And he got started early on that goal: In high school in Portland, Ore., he started…

Marjorie Weber explores plant-protecting ants and other wonders of evolution

A crack team of arthropod bodyguards may be defending that cherry tree in your backyard or the maple across the street. Mites protect plants by acting like herds of grazing…