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Imran M, Junaid M, Shafiq S, Liu S, Chen X, Wang J, Tang X. Multiomics analysis reveals a substantial decrease in nanoplastics uptake and associated impacts by nano zinc oxide in fragrant rice (Oryza sativa L.). JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 474:134640. [PMID: 38810581 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.134640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2024] [Revised: 04/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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Nanoplastics (NPs) have emerged as global environmental pollutants with concerning implications for sustainable agriculture. Understanding the underlying mechanisms of NPs toxicity and devising strategies to mitigate their impact is crucial for crop growth and development. Here, we investigated the nanoparticles of zinc oxide (nZnO) to mitigate the adverse effects of 80 nm NPs on fragrant rice. Our results showed that optimized nZnO (25 mg L-1) concentration rescued root length and structural deficits by improving oxidative stress response, antioxidant defense mechanism and balanced nutrient levels, compared to seedlings subjected only to NPs stress (50 mg L-1). Consequently, microscopy observations, Zeta potential and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) results revealed that NPs were mainly accumulated on the initiation joints of secondary roots and between cortical cells that blocks the nutrients uptake, while the supplementation of nZnO led to the formation of aggregates with NPs, which effectively impedes the uptake of NPs by the roots of fragrant rice. Transcriptomic analysis identified a total of 3973, 3513 and 3380 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in response to NPs, nZnO and NPs+nZnO, respectively, compared to the control. Moreover, DEGs were significantly enriched in multiple pathways including biosynthesis of secondary metabolite, phenylpropanoid biosynthesis, amino sugar and nucleotide sugar metabolism, carotenoid biosynthesis, plant-pathogen interactions, MAPK signaling pathway, starch and sucrose metabolism, and plant hormone signal transduction. These pathways could play a significant role in alleviating NPs toxicity and restoring fragrant rice roots. Furthermore, metabolomic analysis demonstrated that nZnO application restored 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline (2-AP) pathways genes expression, enzymatic activities, and the content of essential precursors related to 2-AP biosynthesis under NPs toxicity, which ultimately led to the restoration of 2-AP content in the leaves. In conclusion, this study shows that optimized nZnO application effectively alleviates NPs toxic effects and restores both root structure and aroma production in fragrant rice leaves. This research offers a sustainable and practical strategy to enhance crop production under NPs toxicity while emphasizing the pivotal role of essential micronutrient nanomaterials in agriculture.
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- Muhammad Imran
- Department of Crop Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- College of Marine Sciences, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Department of Crop Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Marine Sciences, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Department of Crop Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Marine Sciences, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Department of Crop Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Francis DV, Abdalla AK, Mahakham W, Sarmah AK, Ahmed ZFR. Interaction of plants and metal nanoparticles: Exploring its molecular mechanisms for sustainable agriculture and crop improvement. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2024; 190:108859. [PMID: 38970982 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
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Metal nanoparticles offer promising prospects in agriculture, enhancing plant growth and ensuring food security. Silver, gold, copper, and zinc nanoparticles possess unique properties making them attractive for plant applications. Understanding molecular interactions between metal nanoparticles and plants is crucial for unlocking their potential to boost crop productivity and sustainability. This review explores metal nanoparticles in agriculture, emphasizing the need to understand these interactions. By elucidating mechanisms, it highlights the potential for enhancing crop productivity, stress tolerance, and nutrient-use efficiency, contributing to sustainable agriculture and food security. Quantifying benefits and risks reveal significant advantages. Metal nanoparticles enhance crop productivity by 20% on average and reduce disease incidence by up to 50% when used as antimicrobial agents. They also reduce nutrient leaching by 30% and enhance soil carbon sequestration by 15%, but concerns about toxicity, adverse effects on non-target organisms, and nanoparticle accumulation in the food chain must be addressed. Metal nanoparticles influence cellular processes including sensing, signaling, transcription, translation, and post-translational modifications. They act as signaling molecules, activate stress-responsive genes, enhance defense mechanisms, and improve nutrient uptake. The review explores their catalytic role in nutrient management, disease control, precision agriculture, nano-fertilizers, and nano-remediation. A bibliometric analysis offers insights into the current research landscape, highlighting trends, gaps, and future directions. In conclusion, metal nanoparticles hold potential for revolutionizing agriculture, enhancing productivity, mitigating environmental stressors, and promoting sustainability. Addressing risks and gaps is crucial for their safe integration into agricultural practices.
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- Dali V Francis
- Department of Integrative Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Food Science and Technology Department, College of Agriculture, South Valley University, Qena 83523, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Department of Integrative Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates.
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Gyawali B, Rahimi R, Alizadeh H, Mohammadi M. Graphene Quantum Dots (GQD)-Mediated dsRNA Delivery for the Control of Fusarium Head Blight Disease in Wheat. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:1526-1535. [PMID: 38422985 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c00972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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Graphene quantum dots (GQDs), a class of fluorescent carbon materials, have displayed significant potential in various fields such as energy devices, catalysis, sensing, bioimaging, and drug delivery. Because of their extremely small size, generally less than 100 nm, they also have tremendous potential in plant science research, especially for the delivery of nucleic acids, breaking the barrier of cell walls. In this study, we synthesized GQDs with a size range of 2-5 nm, characterized them, and surface-functionalized them with branched polyethylenimine (bPEI). We then used the surface-functionalized GQDs as carriers to deliver double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) that target two growth-and-development-related genes in Fusarium graminearum─the causative organism of the Fusarium head blight disease of wheat. The successful binding of dsRNA to GQDs-bPEIs was demonstrated through gel-shifting assays, showcasing the potential for efficient dsRNA delivery. We designed dsRNAs targeting the MGV1 and RAS1 genes of F. graminearum by using the pssRNAit pipeline, ensuring high specificity and no off-target effects. The coding sequences of the designed dsRAS1 and dsMGV1 were cloned into the L4440 vector and transformed into the Escherichia coli HT115 strain for dsRNA production. Fungal culture analysis revealed that the inclusion of dsRNAs in potato dextrose agar (PDA) media effectively slowed down the growth. Exogenous spraying experiments both in plate cultures and in intact wheat spikes demonstrated that the dsRNA:GQDs-bPEIs treatment was more effective in restricting fungal mycelium growth or the number of infected spikelets compared to naked dsRNA treatment. Our study demonstrates the promising potential of graphene quantum dots as carriers for dsRNA-based fungal disease management in wheat and other crops.
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- Binod Gyawali
- Department of Agronomy, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907, United States
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- School of Materials Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907, United States
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- Campus of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Tehran 11366, Iran
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- Department of Agronomy, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907, United States
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Channab BE, El Idrissi A, Ammar A, Dardari O, Marrane SE, El Gharrak A, Akil A, Essemlali Y, Zahouily M. Recent advances in nano-fertilizers: synthesis, crop yield impact, and economic analysis. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:4484-4513. [PMID: 38314867 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr05012b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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The escalating global demand for food production has predominantly relied on the extensive application of conventional fertilizers (CFs). However, the increased use of CFs has raised concerns regarding environmental risks, including soil and water contamination, especially within cereal-based cropping systems. In response, the agricultural sector has witnessed the emergence of healthier alternatives by utilizing nanotechnology and nano-fertilizers (NFs). These innovative NFs harness the remarkable properties of nanoparticles, ranging in size from 1 to 100 nm, such as nanoclays and zeolites, to enhance nutrient utilization efficiency. Unlike their conventional counterparts, NFs offer many advantages, including variable solubility, consistent and effective performance, controlled release mechanisms, enhanced targeted activity, reduced eco-toxicity, and straightforward and safe delivery and disposal methods. By facilitating rapid and complete plant absorption, NFs effectively conserve nutrients that would otherwise go to waste, mitigating potential environmental harm. Moreover, their superior formulations enable more efficient promotion of sustainable crop growth and production than conventional fertilizers. This review comprehensively examines the global utilization of NFs, emphasizing their immense potential in maintaining environmentally friendly crop output while ensuring agricultural sustainability.
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- Badr-Eddine Channab
- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Virology, Oncology, Biosciences, Environment and New Energies, Faculty of Sciences and Techniques Mohammedia, University Hassan II of Casablanca, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
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- Natural Resources Valorization Center, Moroccan Foundation for Advanced Science, Innovation and Research, Rabat, Morocco.
- Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Ben Guerir, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
- Natural Resources Valorization Center, Moroccan Foundation for Advanced Science, Innovation and Research, Rabat, Morocco.
- Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Ben Guerir, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Valorization of Natural Resources, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca B.P. 146, Morocco.
- Natural Resources Valorization Center, Moroccan Foundation for Advanced Science, Innovation and Research, Rabat, Morocco.
- Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Ben Guerir, Morocco
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Soni S, Jha AB, Dubey RS, Sharma P. Mitigating cadmium accumulation and toxicity in plants: The promising role of nanoparticles. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:168826. [PMID: 38042185 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.168826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Revised: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/04/2023]
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Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic heavy metal that adversely affects humans, animals, and plants, even at low concentrations. It is widely distributed and has both natural and anthropogenic sources. Plants readily absorb and distribute Cd in different parts. It may subsequently enter the food chain posing a risk to human health as it is known to be carcinogenic. Cd has a long half-life, resulting in its persistence in plants and animals. Cd toxicity disrupts crucial physiological and biochemical processes in plants, including reactive oxygen species (ROS) homeostasis, enzyme activities, photosynthesis, and nutrient uptake, leading to stunted growth and reduced biomass. Although plants have developed defense mechanisms to mitigate these damages, they are often inadequate to combat high Cd concentrations, resulting in yield losses. Nanoparticles (NPs), typically smaller than 100 nm, possess unique properties such as a large surface area and small size, making them highly reactive compared to their larger counterparts. NPs from diverse sources have shown potential for various agricultural applications, including their use as fertilizers, pesticides, and stress alleviators. Recently, NPs have emerged as a promising strategy to mitigate heavy metal stress, including Cd toxicity. They offer advantages, such as efficient absorption by crop plants, the reduction of Cd uptake, and the enhancement of mineral nutrition, antioxidant defenses, photosynthetic parameters, anatomical structure, and agronomic traits in Cd-stressed plants. The complex interaction of NPs with calcium ions (Ca2+), intracellular ROS, nitric oxide (NO), and phytohormones likely plays a significant role in alleviating Cd stress. This review aims to explore the positive impacts of diverse NPs in reducing Cd accumulation and toxicity while investigating their underlying mechanisms of action. Additionally, it discusses research gaps, recent advancements, and future prospects of utilizing NPs to alleviate Cd-induced stress, ultimately promoting improved plant growth and yield.
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- Sunil Soni
- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Sector-30, Gandhinagar 382030, Gujarat, India
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- School of Life Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Sector-30, Gandhinagar 382030, Gujarat, India
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- Central University of Gujarat, Sector-29, Gandhinagar 382030, Gujarat, India
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- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Sector-30, Gandhinagar 382030, Gujarat, India.
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Mawale K, Nandini B, Giridhar P. Copper and Silver Nanoparticle Seed Priming and Foliar Spray Modulate Plant Growth and Thrips Infestation in Capsicum spp. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:3430-3444. [PMID: 38284086 PMCID: PMC10809252 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c06961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 11/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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Nanoparticles (NPs) have the potential to improve plant health and secondary metabolite production. In the present study, three different NPs, i.e., Ag, Cu, and Cu-Ag NPs were produced in the range from 25 to 86 nm, with zeta potentials ranging from -28.8 to -38.5 mV. The synthesized NPs were used for seed priming and foliar spray on three varieties of Capsicum annuum. L, i.e., Arka Sweta (AS), Arka Meghana (AM), and Arka Harita (AH) plants grown under greenhouse conditions. Seed priming at various concentrations of NPs (1, 10, 20 ppm) enhanced the seed germination (96%), seedling vigor index (2494-3112.66), seedling length (6-49%), and biomass (46%) of 45 days old Arka Meghana seedlings. Additionally, all plant tissues accumulated significantly higher amounts of chlorophyll (51-142%), carotenoids (23-94.2%), total phenolic content (73%), and total flavonoid content (57%), compared with the control (p ≤ 0.05). The foliar spray of NPs (20-100 ppm) has a protective effect on the chili plants against thrips infestation (30-76%). The foliar spray enhanced chlorophyll (15-62%), carotenoids (15-50%), total phenolic content (20-62%), total flavonoid content (64-99%), reducing sugars (15-97%), total antioxidant activity (15-142%), ferric reducing antioxidant power assay (15-109%), DPPH (129-54 mg mL-1), and capsaicinoids (capsaicin and dihydrocapsaicin) (82-128%). This study illustrates that Ag, Cu, and Cu-Ag NPs suppress thrips infestation and proliferation with enhanced plant growth and biochemical activity, which is inversely proportional to the NP size. Chemical NPs play a crucial role in the economic significance of chili plants, offering a promising avenue for developing pesticides to effectively combat thrips infestation. This advancement holds great potential in enhancing the overall agronomic productivity of the chili crops.
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- Kiran
Suresh Mawale
- Plant
Cell Biotechnology Department, CSIR-Central
Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru 570020, India
- Academy
of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- Plant
Cell Biotechnology Department, CSIR-Central
Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru 570020, India
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- Plant
Cell Biotechnology Department, CSIR-Central
Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru 570020, India
- Academy
of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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Gayathiri E, Prakash P, Pandiaraj S, Ramasubburayan R, Gaur A, Sekar M, Viswanathan D, Govindasamy R. Investigating the ecological implications of nanomaterials: Unveiling plants' notable responses to nano-pollution. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 206:108261. [PMID: 38096734 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.108261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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The rapid advancement of nanotechnology has led to unprecedented innovations; however, it is crucial to analyze its environmental impacts carefully. This review thoroughly examines the complex relationship between plants and nanomaterials, highlighting their significant impact on ecological sustainability and ecosystem well-being. This study investigated the response of plants to nano-pollution stress, revealing the complex regulation of defense-related genes and proteins, and highlighting the sophisticated defense mechanisms in nature. Phytohormones play a crucial role in the complex molecular communication network that regulates plant responses to exposure to nanomaterials. The interaction between plants and nano-pollution influences plants' complex defense strategies. This reveals the interconnectedness of systems of nature. Nevertheless, these findings have implications beyond the plant domain. The incorporation of hyperaccumulator plants into pollution mitigation strategies has the potential to create more environmentally sustainable urban landscapes and improve overall environmental resilience. By utilizing these exceptional plants, we can create a future in which cities serve as centers of both innovation and ecological balance. Further investigation is necessary to explore the long-term presence of nanoparticles in the environment, their ability to induce genetic changes in plants over multiple generations, and their overall impact on ecosystems. In conclusion, this review summarizes significant scientific discoveries with broad implications beyond the confines of laboratories. This highlights the importance of understanding the interactions between plants and nanomaterials within the wider scope of environmental health. By considering these insights, we initiated a path towards the responsible utilization of nanomaterials, environmentally friendly management of pollution, and interdisciplinary exploration. We have the responsibility to balance scientific advancement and environmental preservation to create a sustainable future that combines nature's wisdom with human innovation.
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- Ekambaram Gayathiri
- Department of Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology, Guru Nanak College (Autonomous), Chennai 600042, Tamil Nadu India
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- Department of Botany, Periyar University, Periyar Palkalai Nagar, Salem 636011, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Self-Development Skills, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara-390025, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Botany, PG and Research Department of Botany Government Arts College for Men, (autonomous), Nandanam, Chennai 35, Tamilnadu, India
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- Centre for Nanobioscience, Department of Orthodontics, Saveetha Dental College, and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai-600077, Tamilnadu, India
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- Centre for Nanobioscience, Department of Orthodontics, Saveetha Dental College, and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai-600077, Tamilnadu, India.
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Zhu L, Xu W, Yao X, Chen L, Li G, Gu J, Chen L, Li Z, Wu H. Cell Wall Pectin Content Refers to Favored Delivery of Negatively Charged Carbon Dots in Leaf Cells. ACS NANO 2023; 17:23442-23454. [PMID: 37991776 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c05182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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In this work, we systematically investigated how cell wall and cell wall components affect the delivery of charged carbon quantum dots (CDs, from -34 to +41 mV) to leaf cells of cucumber and Arabidopsis plants. Four different types of leaf cells in cucumber and Arabidopsis were used, i.e., protoplasts (without cell wall), isolated individual cells (cell wall hydrolyzed with pectinase), regenerated individual cells (cell wall regenerated from protoplast), and intact leaf cells (intact cell wall, in planta). Leaf cells were incubated with charged CDs (0.5 mg/mL) for 2 h. Confocal imaging results showed that protoplasts, regenerated individual cells, and leaf cells showed favored uptake of the negatively charged CDs (-34 mV) compared to the PEI (polyethylenimine) coated and positively charged carbon dots [PEI600-CDs (17 mV) and PEI10K-CDs (41 mV)], while in isolated individual cells, the trend is opposite. The results of the content of the cell wall components showed that no significant changes in the total cell wall content were found between isolated individual cells and regenerated individual cells (1.28 vs 1.11 mg/106 cells), while regenerated individual cells showed significant higher pectin content [water-soluble pectin (0.13 vs 0.06 mg/106 cells, P < 0.01), chelator-soluble pectin (0.04 vs 0.01 mg/106 cells, P < 0.01), and alkaline pectin (0.02 vs 0.01 mg/106 cells, P < 0.01)] and significant lower cellulose content (0.13 vs 0.32 mg/106 cells, P < 0.01) than the isolated individual cells. No difference of the hemicellulose content was found between isolated individual cells and regenerated individual cells (0.20 vs 0.21 mg/106 cells). Our results suggest that compared with cellulose and hemicellulose in the cell wall, the pectin is a more important factor referring to the favored uptake of negatively charged carbon dots in leaf cells. Overall, this work provides a method to study the role of cell wall components in the uptake of nanoparticles in plant cells and also points out the importance of understanding the interactions between cell barriers and nanoparticles to design nanoparticles for agricultural use.
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- Lan Zhu
- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- College of Chemistry, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Shenzhen Institute of Nutrition and Health, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Shenzhen Branch, Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Genome Analysis Laboratory of the Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Genomics Institute at Shenzhen, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shenzhen 518120, China
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- College of Chemistry, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, The Center of Crop Nanobiotechnology, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Wuhan 430070, China
- Shenzhen Institute of Nutrition and Health, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China
- Shenzhen Branch, Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Genome Analysis Laboratory of the Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Genomics Institute at Shenzhen, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shenzhen 518120, China
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Ullah I, Toor MD, Basit A, Mohamed HI, Gamal M, Tanveer NA, Shah ST. Nanotechnology: an Integrated Approach Towards Agriculture Production and Environmental Stress Tolerance in Plants. WATER, AIR, & SOIL POLLUTION 2023; 234:666. [DOI: 10.1007/s11270-023-06675-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Soni S, Jha AB, Dubey RS, Sharma P. Alleviation of chromium stress in plants using metal and metal oxide nanoparticles. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:83180-83197. [PMID: 37358773 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-28161-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/27/2023]
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Chromium (Cr), one of the hazardous pollutants, exists predominantly as Cr(VI) and Cr(III) in the environment. Cr(VI) is more toxic than Cr(III) due to its high mobility and solubility. Elevated levels of Cr in agricultural soil due to various anthropogenic activities cause Cr accumulation in plants, resulting in a significant reduction in plant yield and quality due to Cr-induced physiological, biochemical and molecular alterations. It can infiltrate the food chain through crop plants and cause harmful effects in humans via biomagnification. Cr(VI) is linked to cancer in humans. Therefore, mitigation strategies are required to remediate Cr-polluted soils and limit its accumulation in plants for safe food production. Recent research on metal and metal oxide nanoparticles (NPs) has shown that they can effectively reduce Cr accumulation and phytotoxicity. The effects of these NPs are influenced by their type and dose, exposure method, plant species and experimental settings. In this review, we present an up-to-date compilation and comprehensive analysis of the existing literature regarding the process of uptake and distribution of Cr and impact and potential mechanisms of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles led mitigation of Cr-induced stress in plants. We have also discussed recent developments, existing research gaps and future research directions in the field of Cr stress mitigation by NPs in plants. Overall, this review can provide valuable insights in reducing Cr accumulation and toxicity using metal and metal oxide nanoparticles, thereby promoting safe and sustainable cultivation of food and phytostabilization of Cr-polluted soil.
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- Sunil Soni
- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Sector 30, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 382030, India
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- Crop Development Centre/Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan, 51 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A8, Canada
- School of Life Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Sector 30, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 382030, India
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- Central University of Gujarat, Sector 29, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 382030, India
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- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Sector 30, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 382030, India.
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Mathur P, Chakraborty R, Aftab T, Roy S. Engineered nanoparticles in plant growth: Phytotoxicity concerns and the strategies for their attenuation. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2023; 199:107721. [PMID: 37156069 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.107721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Revised: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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In the agricultural sector, the use of engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) has been acclaimed as the next big thing for sustaining and increasing crop productivity. A vast amount of literature is available regarding the growth-promoting attributes of different ENPs. In this context, it has been emphasized that the ENPs can bolster vegetative growth, leaf development, and seed setting and also help in mitigating the effects of abiotic and biotic stresses. At the same time, there have been a lot of speculations and concerns regarding the phytotoxicity of ENPs off-late. In this connection, many research articles have presented the negative effects of ENPs on plant systems. These studies have highlighted that almost all the ENPs impart a certain degree of phytotoxicity in terms of reduction in growth, biomass, impairment of photosynthesis, oxidative status of plant cells, etc. Mostly, the ENPs based on metal or metal oxides (Cd, Cr, Pb, Ag, Ce, etc.) and nonmetals (C) that are introduced into the environment are known to incite inhibitory effects. However, the phytotoxicity of ENPs are known to be determined mostly by the chemical nature of the element, size, surface charge, coating molecules, and abiotic factors like pH and light. This review article, therefore, elucidates the phytotoxic properties of different ENPs and the plant responses induced at the molecular level subjected to nanoparticle exposure. Moreover, the article highlights the probable strategies that may be adopted for the suppression of the phytotoxicity of ENPs to ensure the safe and sustainable application of ENPs in crop fields.
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- Piyush Mathur
- Microbiology Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, P.O. Raja Rammohumpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Botany, Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy Government College, P.O. Matigara, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Plant Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Botany, University of North Bengal, P.O. Raja Rammohumpur, Dist. Darjeeling, West Bengal, India.
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Husted S, Minutello F, Pinna A, Tougaard SL, Møs P, Kopittke PM. What is missing to advance foliar fertilization using nanotechnology? TRENDS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2023; 28:90-105. [PMID: 36153275 DOI: 10.1016/j.tplants.2022.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Revised: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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An urgent challenge within agriculture is to improve fertilizer efficiency in order to reduce the environmental footprint associated with an increased production of crops on existing farmland. Standard soil fertilization strategies are often not very efficient due to immobilization in the soil and losses of nutrients by leaching or volatilization. Foliar fertilization offers an attractive supplementary strategy as it bypasses the adverse soil processes, but implementation is often hampered by a poor penetration through leaf barriers, leaf damage, and a limited ability of nutrients to translocate. Recent advances within bionanotechnology offer a range of emerging possibilities to overcome these challenges. Here we review how nanoparticles can be tailored with smart properties to interact with plant tissue for a more efficient delivery of nutrients.
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- Søren Husted
- University of Copenhagen, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Copenhagen Plant Science Center, DK-1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark.
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- University of Copenhagen, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Copenhagen Plant Science Center, DK-1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- University of Copenhagen, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Copenhagen Plant Science Center, DK-1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- University of Copenhagen, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Copenhagen Plant Science Center, DK-1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- University of Copenhagen, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Copenhagen Plant Science Center, DK-1871 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- The University of Queensland, School of Agriculture and Food Sciences, St Lucia 4072, Queensland, Australia
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As agriculture strives to feed an ever-increasing number of people, it must also adapt to increasing exposure to minute plastic particles. To learn about the accumulation of nanoplastics by plants, we prepared well-defined block copolymer nanoparticles by aqueous dispersion polymerisation. A fluorophore was incorporated via hydrazone formation and uptake into roots and protoplasts of Arabidopsis thaliana was investigated using confocal microscopy. Here we show that uptake is inversely proportional to nanoparticle size. Positively charged particles accumulate around root surfaces and are not taken up by roots or protoplasts, whereas negatively charged nanoparticles accumulate slowly and become prominent over time in the xylem of intact roots. Neutral nanoparticles penetrate rapidly into intact cells at the surfaces of plant roots and into protoplasts, but xylem loading is lower than for negative nanoparticles. These behaviours differ from those of animal cells and our results show that despite the protection of rigid cell walls, plants are accessible to nanoplastics in soil and water.
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Wu H, Li Z. Nano-enabled agriculture: How do nanoparticles cross barriers in plants? PLANT COMMUNICATIONS 2022; 3:100346. [PMID: 35689377 PMCID: PMC9700125 DOI: 10.1016/j.xplc.2022.100346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2022] [Revised: 05/12/2022] [Accepted: 06/06/2022] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Nano-enabled agriculture is a topic of intense research interest. However, our knowledge of how nanoparticles enter plants, plant cells, and organelles is still insufficient. Here, we discuss the barriers that limit the efficient delivery of nanoparticles at the whole-plant and single-cell levels. Some commonly overlooked factors, such as light conditions and surface tension of applied nano-formulations, are discussed. Knowledge gaps regarding plant cell uptake of nanoparticles, such as the effect of electrochemical gradients across organelle membranes on nanoparticle delivery, are analyzed and discussed. The importance of controlling factors such as size, charge, stability, and dispersibility when properly designing nanomaterials for plants is outlined. We mainly focus on understanding how nanoparticles travel across barriers in plants and plant cells and the major factors that limit the efficient delivery of nanoparticles, promoting a better understanding of nanoparticle-plant interactions. We also provide suggestions on the design of nanomaterials for nano-enabled agriculture.
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- Honghong Wu
- MOA Key Laboratory of Crop Ecophysiology and Farming System in the Middle Reaches of the Yangtze River, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Wuhan 430070, China; College of Agronomy and Biotechnology, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China.
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- MOA Key Laboratory of Crop Ecophysiology and Farming System in the Middle Reaches of the Yangtze River, College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; Hubei Hongshan Laboratory, Wuhan 430070, China; College of Agronomy and Biotechnology, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China.
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Ekner-Grzyb A, Duka A, Grzyb T, Lopes I, Chmielowska-Bąk J. Plants oxidative response to nanoplastic. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2022; 13:1027608. [PMID: 36340372 PMCID: PMC9630848 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.1027608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Pollution of the environment with plastic is an important concern of the modern world. It is estimated that annually over 350 million tonnes of this material are produced, wherein, despite the recycling methods, a significant part is deposited in the environment. The plastic has been detected in the industrial areas, as well as farmlands and gardens in many world regions. Larger plastic pieces degraded in time into smaller pieces including microplastic (MP) and nanoplastic particles (NP). Nanoplastic is suggested to pose the most serious danger as due to the small size, it is effectively taken up from the environment by the biota and transported within the organisms. An increasing number of reports show that NP exert toxic effects also on plants. One of the most common plant response to abiotic stress factors is the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). On the one hand, these molecules are engaged in cellular signalling and regulation of genes expression. On the other hand, ROS in excess lead to oxidation and damage of various cellular compounds. This article reviews the impact of NP on plants, with special emphasis on the oxidative response.
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- Anna Ekner-Grzyb
- Department of Cell Biology, Institute of Experimental Biology, Faculty of Biology, School of Natural Sciences, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Plant Ecophysiology, Institute of Experimental Biology, Faculty of Biology, School of Natural Sciences, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland
- Department of Mycology and Plant Resistance, Vasily Nazarovich Karazin (VN) Karazin Kharkiv National University, Kharkiv, Ukraine
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- Department of Rare Earths, Faculty of Chemistry, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Biology & Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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- Department of Plant Ecophysiology, Institute of Experimental Biology, Faculty of Biology, School of Natural Sciences, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland
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Geng M, Li L, Ai M, Jin J, Hu D, Song K. Recent Advances in Metal-Based Nanoparticle-Mediated Biological Effects in Arabidopsis thaliana: A Mini Review. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15134539. [PMID: 35806668 PMCID: PMC9267373 DOI: 10.3390/ma15134539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Revised: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The widespread application of metal-based nanoparticles (MNPs) has prompted great interest in nano-biosafety. Consequently, as more and more MNPs are released into the environment and eventually sink into the soil, plants, as an essential component of the ecosystem, are at greater risk of exposure and response to these MNPs. Therefore, to understand the potential impact of nanoparticles on the environment, their effects should be thoroughly investigated. Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana L.) is an ideal model plant for studying the impact of environmental stress on plants’ growth and development because the ways in which Arabidopsis adapt to these stresses resemble those of many plants, and therefore, conclusions obtained from these scientific studies have often been used as the universal reference for other plants. This study reviewed the main findings of present-day interactions between MNPs and Arabidopsis thaliana from plant internalization to phytotoxic effects to reveal the mechanisms by which nanomaterials affect plant growth and development. We also analyzed the remaining unsolved problems in this field and provide a perspective for future research directions.
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- Min Geng
- College of Food and Biology, Changchun Polytechnic, Changchun 130033, China;
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- School of Life Science, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China; (L.L.); (M.A.); (J.J.); (D.H.)
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- School of Life Science, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China; (L.L.); (M.A.); (J.J.); (D.H.)
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- School of Life Science, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China; (L.L.); (M.A.); (J.J.); (D.H.)
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- School of Life Science, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China; (L.L.); (M.A.); (J.J.); (D.H.)
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- School of Life Science, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China; (L.L.); (M.A.); (J.J.); (D.H.)
- Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China
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Morphological, Histological and Ultrastructural Changes in Hordeum vulgare (L.) Roots That Have Been Exposed to Negatively Charged Gold Nanoparticles. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/app12073265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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In recent years, there has been an impressive development of nanotechnology. This has resulted in the increasing release of nanomaterials (NM) into the environment, thereby causing the risk of an uncontrolled impact on living organisms, including plants. More studies indicated the biotoxic effect of NM on plants, including crops. The interaction of nanoparticles (NP) with food crops is extremely important as they are a link to the food chain. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of negatively charged gold nanoparticles (-) AuNP (at two concentrations; 25 µg/mL or 50 µg/mL) on barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) root development. Morphological, histological and ultrastructural analyses (with the use of stereomicroscope, bright filed microscope and transmission electron microscope) revealed that regardless of the concentration, (-) AuNP did not enter into the plant body. However, the dose of (-) AuNP proved to be important for the plant’s response because different morphological, histological and ultrastructural changes were observed in the treated roots. The NP treatment caused: red root colouration, a local increase in the root diameter and a decreased formation of the root hair cells (on morphological level), damage to the rhizodermal cells, vacuolisation of the cortical cells, a detachment of the cell files between the cortical cells, atypical divisions of the cells, disorder of the meristem organisation (on the histological level), the appearance of periplasmic space, numerous vesicles and multivesicular bodies, electron-dense spots in cytoplasm, alterations in the structure of the mitochondria, breakdown of the tonoplast and the plasmalemma (on the ultrastructural level).
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Angelini J, Klassen R, Široká J, Novák O, Záruba K, Siegel J, Novotná Z, Valentová O. Silver Nanoparticles Alter Microtubule Arrangement, Dynamics and Stress Phytohormone Levels. PLANTS 2022; 11:plants11030313. [PMID: 35161294 PMCID: PMC8838976 DOI: 10.3390/plants11030313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2021] [Revised: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The superior properties of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) has resulted in their broad utilization worldwide, but also the risk of irreversible environment infestation. The plant cuticle and cell wall can trap a large part of the nanoparticles and thus protect the internal cell structures, where the cytoskeleton, for example, reacts very quickly to the threat, and defense signaling is subsequently triggered. We therefore used not only wild-type Arabidopsis seedlings, but also the glabra 1 mutant, which has a different composition of the cuticle. Both lines had GFP-labeled microtubules (MTs), allowing us to observe their arrangement. To quantify MT dynamics, we developed a new microscopic method based on the FRAP technique. The number and growth rate of MTs decreased significantly after AgNPs, similarly in both lines. However, the layer above the plasma membrane thickened significantly in wild-type plants. The levels of three major stress phytohormone derivatives—jasmonic, abscisic, and salicylic acids—after AgNP (with concomitant Ag+) treatment increased significantly (particularly in mutant plants) and to some extent resembled the plant response after mechanical stress. The profile of phytohormones helped us to estimate the mechanism of response to AgNPs and also to understand the broader physiological context of the observed changes in MT structure and dynamics.
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- Jindřiška Angelini
- Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technická 3, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic; (R.K.); (Z.N.); (O.V.)
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technická 3, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic; (R.K.); (Z.N.); (O.V.)
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- Laboratory of Growth Regulators, Institute of Experimental Botany of the Czech Academy of Sciences & Faculty of Science of Palacký University, Šlechtitelů 27, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (J.Š.); (O.N.)
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- Laboratory of Growth Regulators, Institute of Experimental Botany of the Czech Academy of Sciences & Faculty of Science of Palacký University, Šlechtitelů 27, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (J.Š.); (O.N.)
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- Deparment of Analytical Chemistry, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technická 3, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic;
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- Department of Solid State Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technická 3, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic;
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- Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technická 3, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic; (R.K.); (Z.N.); (O.V.)
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- Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technická 3, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic; (R.K.); (Z.N.); (O.V.)
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Mahaye N, Thwala M, Musee N. Interactions of Coated-Gold Engineered Nanoparticles with Aquatic Higher Plant Salvinia minima Baker. NANOMATERIALS 2021; 11:nano11123178. [PMID: 34947527 PMCID: PMC8704737 DOI: 10.3390/nano11123178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The study investigated the interactions of coated-gold engineered nanoparticles (nAu) with the aquatic higher plant Salvinia minima Baker in 2,7, and 14 d. Herein, the nAu concentration of 1000 µg/L was used; as in lower concentrations, analytical limitations persisted but >1000 µg/L were deemed too high and unlikely to be present in the environment. Exposure of S. minima to 1000 µg/L of citrate (cit)- and branched polyethyleneimine (BPEI)-coated nAu (5, 20, and 40 nm) in 10% Hoagland’s medium (10 HM) had marginal effect on biomass and growth rate irrespective of nAu size, coating type, or exposure duration. Further, results demonstrated that nAu were adsorbed on the plants’ roots irrespective of their size or coating variant; however, no evidence of internalization was apparent, and this was attributed to high agglomeration of nAu in 10 HM. Hence, adsorption was concluded as the basic mechanism of nAu accumulation by S. minima. Overall, the long-term exposure of S. minima to nAu did not inhibit plant biomass and growth rate but agglomerates on plant roots may block cell wall pores, and, in turn, alter uptake of essential macronutrients in plants, thus potentially affecting the overall ecological function.
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- Ntombikayise Mahaye
- Emerging Contaminants Ecological and Risk Assessment (ECERA) Research Group, Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Pretoria, Pretoria 0028, South Africa;
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- Water Centre, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Pretoria 0184, South Africa;
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- Emerging Contaminants Ecological and Risk Assessment (ECERA) Research Group, Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Pretoria, Pretoria 0028, South Africa;
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Ferrari E, Barbero F, Busquets-Fité M, Franz-Wachtel M, Köhler HR, Puntes V, Kemmerling B. Growth-Promoting Gold Nanoparticles Decrease Stress Responses in Arabidopsis Seedlings. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 11:3161. [PMID: 34947510 PMCID: PMC8707008 DOI: 10.3390/nano11123161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Revised: 11/10/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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The global economic success of man-made nanoscale materials has led to a higher production rate and diversification of emission sources in the environment. For these reasons, novel nanosafety approaches to assess the environmental impact of engineered nanomaterials are required. While studying the potential toxicity of metal nanoparticles (NPs), we realized that gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have a growth-promoting rather than a stress-inducing effect. In this study we established stable short- and long-term exposition systems for testing plant responses to NPs. Exposure of plants to moderate concentrations of AuNPs resulted in enhanced growth of the plants with longer primary roots, more and longer lateral roots and increased rosette diameter, and reduced oxidative stress responses elicited by the immune-stimulatory PAMP flg22. Our data did not reveal any detrimental effects of AuNPs on plants but clearly showed positive effects on growth, presumably by their protective influence on oxidative stress responses. Differential transcriptomics and proteomics analyses revealed that oxidative stress responses are downregulated whereas growth-promoting genes/proteins are upregulated. These omics datasets after AuNP exposure can now be exploited to study the underlying molecular mechanisms of AuNP-induced growth-promotion.
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- Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2), CSIC and BIST, Campus UAB, Bellaterra, 08193 Barcelona, Spain; (F.B.); (V.P.)
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Bellaterra, 08193 Barcelona, Spain
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- Animal Physiological Ecology, University of Tübingen, 72076 Tübingen, Germany;
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- Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2), CSIC and BIST, Campus UAB, Bellaterra, 08193 Barcelona, Spain; (F.B.); (V.P.)
- Institució Catalana de Recerca i Estudis Avançats (ICREA), 08010 Barcelona, Spain
- Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), 08032 Barcelona, Spain
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Gilliard G, Huby E, Cordelier S, Ongena M, Dhondt-Cordelier S, Deleu M. Protoplast: A Valuable Toolbox to Investigate Plant Stress Perception and Response. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2021; 12:749581. [PMID: 34675954 PMCID: PMC8523952 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2021.749581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 09/14/2021] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Plants are constantly facing abiotic and biotic stresses. To continue to thrive in their environment, they have developed many sophisticated mechanisms to perceive these stresses and provide an appropriate response. There are many ways to study these stress signals in plant, and among them, protoplasts appear to provide a unique experimental system. As plant cells devoid of cell wall, protoplasts allow observations at the individual cell level. They also offer a prime access to the plasma membrane and an original view on the inside of the cell. In this regard, protoplasts are particularly useful to address essential biological questions regarding stress response, such as protein signaling, ion fluxes, ROS production, and plasma membrane dynamics. Here, the tools associated with protoplasts to comprehend plant stress signaling are overviewed and their potential to decipher plant defense mechanisms is discussed.
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- Guillaume Gilliard
- Laboratoire de Biophysique Moléculaire aux Interfaces, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, Université de Liège, Gembloux, Belgium
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- Laboratoire de Biophysique Moléculaire aux Interfaces, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, Université de Liège, Gembloux, Belgium
- RIBP EA 4707, USC INRAE 1488, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Reims, France
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- RIBP EA 4707, USC INRAE 1488, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Reims, France
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- Microbial Processes and Interactions Laboratory, Terra Teaching and Research Center, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, Université de Liège, Gembloux, Belgium
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- RIBP EA 4707, USC INRAE 1488, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Reims, France
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- Laboratoire de Biophysique Moléculaire aux Interfaces, SFR Condorcet FR CNRS 3417, Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, Université de Liège, Gembloux, Belgium
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Gold Nanoparticles-Induced Modifications in Cell Wall Composition in Barley Roots. Cells 2021; 10:cells10081965. [PMID: 34440734 PMCID: PMC8393560 DOI: 10.3390/cells10081965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The increased use of nanoparticles (NP) in different industries inevitably results in their release into the environment. In such conditions, plants come into direct contact with NP. Knowledge about the uptake of NP by plants and their effect on different developmental processes is still insufficient. Our studies concerned analyses of the changes in the chemical components of the cell walls of Hordeum vulgare L. roots that were grown in the presence of gold nanoparticles (AuNP). The analyses were performed using the immunohistological method and fluorescence microscopy. The obtained results indicate that AuNP with different surface charges affects the presence and distribution of selected pectic and arabinogalactan protein (AGP) epitopes in the walls of root cells.
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El-Moneim DA, Dawood MFA, Moursi YS, Farghaly AA, Afifi M, Sallam A. Positive and negative effects of nanoparticles on agricultural crops. NANOTECHNOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING 2021; 6:21. [DOI: 10.1007/s41204-021-00117-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2021] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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Singh A, Tiwari S, Pandey J, Lata C, Singh IK. Role of nanoparticles in crop improvement and abiotic stress management. J Biotechnol 2021; 337:57-70. [PMID: 34175328 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiotec.2021.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2020] [Revised: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 06/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Nanoparticles (NPs) possess specific physical and chemical features and they are capable enough to cross cellular barriers and show their effect on living organisms. Their capability to cross cellular barriers have been noticed for their application not only in medicine, electronics, chemical and physical sciences, but also in agriculture. In agriculture, nanotechnology can help to improve the growth and crop productivity by the use of various nanoscale products such as nanofertilizers, nanoherbicides, nanofungicides, nanopesticides etc. An optimized concentration of NPs can be administered by incubation of seeds, roots, pollen, isolated cells and protoplast, foliar spraying, irrigation with NPs, direct injection, hydroponic treatment and delivery by biolistics. Once NPs come in contact with plant cells, they are uptaken by plasmodesmatal or endocytosed pathways and translocated via apoplastic and / symplastic routes. Once beneficial NPs reach different parts of plants, they boost photosynthetic rate, biomass measure, chlorophyll content, sugar level, buildup of osmolytes and antioxidants. NPs also improve nitrogen metabolism, enhance chlorophyll as well as protein content and upregulate the expression of abiotic- and biotic stress-related genes. Herein, we review the state of art of different modes of application, uptake, transport and prospective beneficial role of NPs in stress management and crop improvement.
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- Archana Singh
- Department of Botany, Hansraj College, University of Delhi, Delhi, 110007, India
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- CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, 226001, India
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- Department of Botany, Hansraj College, University of Delhi, Delhi, 110007, India
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- CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources, 14 Satsang Vihar Marg, New Delhi, 110067, India.
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- Molecular Biology Research Lab, Department of Zoology, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, Kalkaji, New Delhi, 110019, India; i4 Centre, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, Kalkaji, New Delhi, 110019, India.
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Mittal D, Kaur G, Singh P, Yadav K, Ali SA. Nanoparticle-Based Sustainable Agriculture and Food Science: Recent Advances and Future Outlook. FRONTIERS IN NANOTECHNOLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.3389/fnano.2020.579954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 103] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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In the current scenario, it is an urgent requirement to satisfy the nutritional demands of the rapidly growing global population. Using conventional farming, nearly one third of crops get damaged, mainly due to pest infestation, microbial attacks, natural disasters, poor soil quality, and lesser nutrient availability. More innovative technologies are immediately required to overcome these issues. In this regard, nanotechnology has contributed to the agrotechnological revolution that has imminent potential to reform the resilient agricultural system while promising food security. Therefore, nanoparticles are becoming a new-age material to transform modern agricultural practices. The variety of nanoparticle-based formulations, including nano-sized pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, and sensors, have been widely investigated for plant health management and soil improvement. In-depth understanding of plant and nanomaterial interactions opens new avenues toward improving crop practices through increased properties such as disease resistance, crop yield, and nutrient utilization. In this review, we highlight the critical points to address current nanotechnology-based agricultural research that could benefit productivity and food security in future.
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Hasterok R, Betekhtin A. Plant Cell and Organism Development. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21165636. [PMID: 32781648 PMCID: PMC7460645 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21165636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2020] [Accepted: 08/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Plants represent a unique and fascinating group of living organisms [...].
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Biochemical Response of Oakleaf Lettuce Seedlings to Different Concentrations of Some Metal(oid) Oxide Nanoparticles. AGRONOMY-BASEL 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/agronomy10070997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Nanoparticles (NPs) significantly modify the physiological functions and metabolome of plants. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of CeO2, Fe2O3, SnO2, TiO2, and SiO2 nanoparticles, applied in foliar spraying of oakleaf lettuce at concentrations 0.75% to 6%, on the antioxidant enzyme activity and content of non-enzymatic antioxidants, chlorophyll pigments, fresh weight (FW) and dry weight (DW). It was found that 3% Fe2O3-NPs caused a 27% decrease in fresh weight compared to control plants. Fe2O3-NPs caused an increase in dry weight (g 100 g−1 FW) when compared to the control for all concentrations, but total DW (g per plant) was similar for all NPs treatments. Significant increases in chlorophyll a + b content after treatment with 1.5% and 6% SiO2-NPs, 3% Fe2O3-NPs, and 3% TiO2-NPs were noted. Fe2O3-NPs caused a significant increase in the activity of ascorbate peroxidase, guaiacol peroxidase, and catalase (only for 3% Fe2O3-NPs). SnO2-NPs decreased ascorbate peroxidase (APX) and guaiacol peroxidase (GPOX) activity (for all tested concentrations) but increased catalase (CAT) activity when a 3% suspension of these NPs was applied. The level of glutathione (GSH) increased due to application of all metal/metalloid oxides, with the exception of SnO2-NPs. When all concentrations of TiO2-NPs were applied, L-ascorbic acid increased significantly, as well as increasing at higher concentrations of SiO2-NPs (3% and 6%) and at 0.75% and 3% Fe2O3-NPs. SiO2-NPs and TiO2-NPs significantly elevated the carotenoid and total phenolic content in treated plants compared to the control. The total antioxidant capacity of plants treated with 3% CeO2-NPs was almost twice as high as that of the control.
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Kruszka D, Sawikowska A, Kamalabai Selvakesavan R, Krajewski P, Kachlicki P, Franklin G. Silver nanoparticles affect phenolic and phytoalexin composition of Arabidopsis thaliana. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2020; 716:135361. [PMID: 31839324 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2019.135361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2019] [Revised: 10/30/2019] [Accepted: 11/01/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Silver nanoparticles are widely used in industry, medicine, biotechnology and agriculture. As a consequence, these nanoparticles are reaching the environment as waste products, which might have a negative impact on the environment, especially on plants. This includes the elicitation of various biochemical processes in plants. In this article, we report on the changes in secondary metabolic profile of Arabidopsis thaliana seedlings subjected to silver nanoparticle treatment in vitro. Briefly, various sizes (10 nm, 40 nm and 100 nm in diameter) and concentrations (0.5-5.0 ppm) of silver nanoparticles were tested. Ultraperformance liquid chromatography coupled with ultraviolet and fluorescence detectors as well as hyphenated to a high-resolution mass spectrometer (UPLC-PDA-FLR, UPLC-HESI-HRMS) and HPLC - ion trap mass spectrometer (HPLC-ESI-MS/MS), were applied to identify and quantify secondary metabolites. To understand whether silver ions could induce changes in the secondary metabolite profile, seedlings treated with silver nitrate in concentrations equivalent to these of nanoparticles were also analysed. The results showed significant differences in the accumulation of phenolic and indole compounds between treatments. Silver nanoparticles and silver ions induced the biosynthesis of camalexin, hydroxycamalexin O-hexoside and hydroxycamalexin malonyl-hexoside. These compounds are important phytoalexins for Brassicaceae family (especially for Camelinae clad) and are also synthetized in response to biotic and abiotic stresses. Statistically significant changes have been also observed for five phenolic compounds and 5'Glucosyl-dihydroneoascorbigen in different treatment conditions.
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- Dariusz Kruszka
- Institute of Plant Genetics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Strzeszyńska 34, 60-479 Poznan, Poland.
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- Institute of Plant Genetics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Strzeszyńska 34, 60-479 Poznan, Poland; Department of Mathematical and Statistical Methods, Poznań University of Life Sciences, Wojska Polskiego 28, 60-637 Poznań, Poland.
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- Institute of Plant Genetics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Strzeszyńska 34, 60-479 Poznan, Poland.
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- Institute of Plant Genetics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Strzeszyńska 34, 60-479 Poznan, Poland.
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- Institute of Plant Genetics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Strzeszyńska 34, 60-479 Poznan, Poland.
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Singh D, Kumar A. Assessment of toxic interaction of nano zinc oxide and nano copper oxide on germination of Raphanus sativus seeds. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT 2019; 191:703. [PMID: 31673860 DOI: 10.1007/s10661-019-7902-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2019] [Accepted: 10/17/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Multiple applications of nanoparticles (NPs) could result in their potential release into agricultural systems and raised concerns about food safety. The NPs once released in the environment may interact with numerous pollutants, including other NPs. Present study assessed the impact of a single (CuO and ZnO NPs) and binary mixture (CuO+ZnO NPs) on the germination of Raphanus sativus seeds with a wide range of exposure concentration (0-1000 mg/L). Both the NPs have shown a deleterious effect on seeds at exposure concentration greater than 10 mg/L. Antagonistic interaction between effects of CuO and ZnO NPs on seeds was noticed for all the exposed concentrations. CuO NPs showed higher absorption capacity on the seedling surface than ZnO NPs. Internal uptake of Zn in ZnO NP-exposed seedlings was found to be greater than that due to CuO NP-exposed seedlings. Three different types of exposure adversely affected seed germination (reduction in root length, shoot length, and fresh weight). Reduction in growth parameters (length and weight) with concentration was compared using log-logistic dose-response model of "DRC" package of the "R" software, and EC50 was determined. As per EC50 values, the toxicity of CuO NPs was found to be maximum followed by CuO+ZnO NPs and then minimum for ZnO NPs. Seedlings accumulated Cu and Zn metals, and higher uptake was recorded for Zn (reported as mg/g seedling dry weight). The order of toxicity was found as CuO NPs > binary mixture (CuO+ZnO) NPs > ZnO NPs. Exposure concentration greater than 10 mg/L resulted in significant toxicity and uptake in germinated seedlings. These findings indicated that exposure of the mixture of NPs during germination might give different effects and thus, further attempts could prove quite beneficial to the literature.
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- Divya Singh
- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, 110016, India.
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, 110016, India
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