Zea mays

A SAUR gene in maize enhances drought resilience by promoting silk elongation through regulation of H+-ATPase activity. The ZmSAUR72 protein is a key determinant of the anthesis-silking interval and thus resilience to drought. This discovery has potential implications for improving crop yields under drought conditions.

Researchers identified food DNA, including carrot and wheat, on the Shroud of Turin, indicating potential contamination over centuries. The study, based on DNA analysis of dust and fibers, revealed New World crops like tomatoes and peanuts, suggesting post-1492 contamination. The shroud's age remains undetermined via metagenomics.