For the first time ever, humans can watch plants "breathe"! đ±
For centuries, humans have understood that plants "breathe" through microscopic leaf pores called stomata, yet this process remained invisible in real timeâuntil now. Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed a groundbreaking tool, Stomata In-Sight, that allows scientists to observe how plants manage the delicate balance between absorbing carbon dioxide for photosynthesis and conserving water. This breakthrough opens new doors for understanding plant health, crop resilience, and the future of agriculture.
Scientists can now observe stomataâthe tiny pores on leavesâopening and closing in real time. This breakthrough could transform agriculture, improve water efficiency, and help crops survive droughts.
