A new study introduces a machine learning tool that combines satellite imagery and weather data to monitor chickpea crop health. The system accurately estimates Leaf Area Index (LAI) and Leaf Water Potential (LWP) across commercial fields, helping farmers make smarter irrigation decisions and improve yields. This research marks the first large-scale application of such technology in chickpea farming.

A new study reveals that combining natural antimicrobial peptides can significantly slow the development of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria. The research shows that using two peptides together prevents harmful bacteria from mutating as quickly, offering a promising alternative to traditional antibiotics. These findings could lead to safer, more sustainable disease control in livestock and agricultural settings.

Would you trade the ability to climb a flight of stairs for the assurance that your country is protecting democratic freedoms? A new study asked Americans to weigh surprising tradeoffs—health versus dignity, income versus rights, convenience versus environmental quality. The answers revealed consistent patterns in how people value very different aspects of life, offering a practical way to compare “apples and oranges” in policy decisions. The approach could help governments, hospitals, and other institutions design choices that reflect real human priorities.