Liberation of host heme by mediated damage enhances fitness during infection.

and are two pathogens of great public health importance. Both bacteria colonize the human gastrointestinal tract where they are known to interact in ways that worsen disease outcomes. We show that the damage associated with infection (CDI) releases nutrients that benefit .

Genome-wide association study and gene network analyses reveal potential candidate genes for high night temperature tolerance in rice.

High night temperatures (HNT) are shown to significantly reduce rice (Oryza sativa L.) yield and quality. A better understanding of the genetic architecture of HNT tolerance will help rice breeders to develop varieties adapted to future warmer climates.