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Whenever we write something for school – whether it is a lab report or a literature review – we always have to use the help of literature that is written by other people to back up our own content. However, navigating through the different types of literature sources can be quite the head-scratcher. But worryContinue reading “The difference between peer-reviewed primary, secondary and tertiary literature with examples”

The world of science is filled with successful white men who made important scientific contributions. But there are some women of color who did just the same, such as Carolyn Brooks. Carolyn Brooks is an American microbiologist who is well-known for her research in agricultural productivity, nutrition and immunology. Brooks was born on July 9,Continue reading “The life of a biologist who is a person of color: Carolyn Brooks”

Carl Linnaeus is one of the most famous historical figures in the world of science, and particularly in ecology. This is because he made a very important contribution – the development of the binomial nomenclature system of naming all species that is used even today. People know him to be a successful man, but littleContinue reading “The life of a historical figure in ecology and science: Carl Linnaeus”

The mutualistic relationships grasses have with fungal endophytes is quite an exciting story. Throughout history, all organisms have evolved to counter limiting factors in order to maximize their productivity and fitness, including grasses. The two main factors that limit the fitness of grasses are herbivores that remove the important photosynthetic tissue and stressful environmental conditionsContinue reading “A topic in Applied Plant Ecology: why do grasses contain fungal endophytes?”

Sustainable Agriculture refers to a system of food production where energy and water are conserved, resources are efficiently utilized, harmful chemicals are not used, and the biodiversity and health of the environment are protected. One of the most fundamental principles of sustainable agriculture is that it must work towards providing food security to people. ProvidingContinue reading “Sustainable Agriculture and Local Food Insecurity”