Scientists have found a connection between bacteria in Norway spruce needles and the development of gold nanoparticles, a discovery that could one day lead to more environmentally friendly ways to ...

Bacteria inside Norway spruce needles convert dissolved gold from mineral-rich soils into solid nanoparticles, revealing a natural microbial process that could guide eco-friendly gold exploration and ...

Gold may not literally grow on trees, but a groundbreaking study from Finland suggests that nature may come close. Researchers investigating Norway spruce trees in northern Finland found tiny gold ...