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Timko MT, Woodard TM, Graham AE, Bennett JA, Krueger R, Panahi A, Rahbar N, Walters J, Dunn D. Thinking globally, acting locally in the 21 st century: Bamboo to bioproducts and cleaned mine sites. iScience 2024; 27:110763. [PMID: 39381743 PMCID: PMC11458977 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2024.110763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/10/2024] Open
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Current solutions to global challenges place tension between global benefits and local impacts. The result is increasing opposition to implementation of beneficial climate policies. Prioritizing investment in projects with tangible local benefits that also contribute to global climate change can resolve this tension and make local communities' partners instead of antagonists to change; the approach advocated is a new take on "thinking globally, acting locally". This approach is a departure from the usual strategy of focusing resources on solutions perceived to have the largest potential global impact, without regards to local concerns. Reclamation of polluted mine sites by using fast growing bamboo to remove heavy metals provides a case study to show what is possible. Effective implementation of thinking globally while acting locally will require increased coordination between different types of researchers, new educational models, and greater stakeholder participation in problem identification and solution development.
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- Michael T. Timko
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
- Department of Chemistry & Biology, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
- Department of Social Science & Policy Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
- Department of Social Science & Policy Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
- Department of Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Department of Social Science & Policy Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
- Institute of Science & Technology for Development, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Department of Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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- Avos Bioenergy, 3187 Danmark Dr, West Friendship, MD 21794, USA
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- School of Business, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA
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Abhishek S, Ghosh A, Pandey B. A comprehensive review on phytoremediation of fly ash and red mud: exploring environmental impacts and biotechnological innovations. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024:10.1007/s11356-024-35217-2. [PMID: 39382806 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-35217-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 09/30/2024] [Indexed: 10/10/2024]
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Fly ash (FA) and red mud (RM) are industrial byproducts generated by thermal power plants and the aluminum industry, respectively. The huge generation of FA and RM is a significant global issue, and finding a safe and sustainable disposal method remains a challenge. These dumps contain harmful trace elements that have a significant impact on the environment and human health. It contributes to air, water, and soil pollution, disrupting the delicate balance of the ecosystems. It also introduces toxins into the food chain through biomagnification. Utilizing a vegetation cover can assist in addressing environmental health concerns associated with FA and RM dumps. Nevertheless, the presence of alkaline pH, toxic metals, the absence of soil microbes, and the pozzolanic properties of both FA and RM pose challenges to plant growth. Taking a comprehensive approach to the ecological restoration of these dumps through phytoremediation is crucial. This review examines the role of various factors in the ecological restoration of FA and RM dumps, specifically the use of naturally occurring plants. However, the issue of slow plant growth due to a lack of nutrients and microbial activities is being resolved through various advances, such as amendments in conjunction with organic matter, microbial inoculants, and the use of genetically modified plants. Research has demonstrated the benefits of using amendments to stimulate vegetation growth on FA and RM dumps. In this review, we explore various approaches to restoring FA and RM dumps and transforming them into productive sites that enhance the ecosystem services.
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- Shubham Abhishek
- CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research, Barwa Road, Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 826001, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, 201002, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, School of Natural Sciences, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
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- CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research, Barwa Road, Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 826001, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, 201002, India.
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Patel M, Islam S, Glick BR, Vimal SR, Bhor SA, Bernardi M, Johora FT, Patel A, de Los Santos Villalobos S. Elaborating the multifarious role of PGPB for sustainable food security under changing climate conditions. Microbiol Res 2024; 289:127895. [PMID: 39276501 DOI: 10.1016/j.micres.2024.127895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2024] [Revised: 08/30/2024] [Accepted: 09/01/2024] [Indexed: 09/17/2024]
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Changing climate creates a challenge to agricultural sustainability and food security by changing patterns of parameters like increased UV radiation, rising temperature, altered precipitation patterns, and higher occurrence of extreme weather incidents. Plants are vulnerable to different abiotic stresses such as waterlogging, salinity, heat, cold, and drought in their natural environments. The prevailing agricultural management practices play a major role in the alteration of the Earth's climate by causing biodiversity loss, soil degradation through chemical and physical degradation, and pollution of water bodies. The extreme usage of pesticides and fertilizers leads to climate change by releasing greenhouse gases (GHGs) and depositing toxic substances in the soil. At present, there is an urgent need to address these abiotic stresses to achieve sustainable growth in agricultural production and fulfill the rising global food demand. Several types of bacteria that are linked with plants can increase plant resistance to stress and lessen the negative effects of environmental challenges. This review aims to explore the environmentally friendly capabilities and prospects of multi-trait plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) in the alleviation of detrimental impacts of harsh environmental conditions on plants.
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- Margi Patel
- Department of Life Sciences, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan, Gujarat 384265, India.
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- Plant Pathology Division, Bangladesh Wheat and Maize Research Institute, Nashipur, Dinajpur 5200, Bangladesh.
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- Department of Biology, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada.
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- Department of Botany, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj 211002, India.
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- Laboratory of Plant Molecular Biology and Virology, Faculty of Agriculture, Ehime University, Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan.
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- Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L'Aquila, via Vetoio, Coppito 67100, Italy.
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- Lincoln University, Department of Sustainable Agriculture, 1570 Baltimore Pike, PA 19352, USA.
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- Department of Life Sciences, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan, Gujarat 384265, India.
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Kumari R, Pandey E, Bushra S, Faizan S, Pandey S. Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) induced protection: A plant immunity perspective. PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM 2024; 176:e14495. [PMID: 39247988 DOI: 10.1111/ppl.14495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2024] [Revised: 08/03/2024] [Accepted: 08/10/2024] [Indexed: 09/10/2024]
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Plant-environment interactions, particularly biotic stress, are increasingly essential for global food security due to crop losses in the dynamic environment. Therefore, understanding plant responses to biotic stress is vital to mitigate damage. Beneficial microorganisms and their association with plants can reduce the damage associated with plant pathogens. One such group is PGPR (Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria), which influences plant immunity significantly by interacting with biotic stress factors and plant signalling compounds. This review explores the types, metabolism, and mechanisms of action of PGPR, including their enzyme pathways and the signalling compounds secreted by PGPR that modulate gene and protein expression during plant defence. Furthermore, the review will delve into the crosstalk between PGPR and other plant growth regulators and signalling compounds, elucidating the physiological, biochemical, and molecular insights into PGPR's impact on plants under multiple biotic stresses, including interactions with fungi, bacteria, and viruses. Overall, the review comprehensively adds to our knowledge about PGPR's role in plant immunity and its application for agricultural resilience and food security.
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- Rinkee Kumari
- Environmental Physiology Laboratory, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, (U.P.), India
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- Environmental Physiology Laboratory, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, (U.P.), India
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- Environmental Physiology Laboratory, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, (U.P.), India
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- Environmental Physiology Laboratory, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, (U.P.), India
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- Department of Agriculture, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Punjab, India
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Tian M, Qiao B, Xu Z, Liang Q, Xie X, Chen K, Zhang Y, Zhao C, Li C. Invasion of Trifolium repens L. aggravated by biodegradable plastics: adjustable strategy for foraging N and P. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 474:134777. [PMID: 38824777 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.134777] [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: 03/09/2024] [Revised: 05/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/04/2024]
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The invasion of alien plant and the pollution caused by soil microplastics have emerged as significant ecological threats. Recent studies have demonstrated aggravating effect of non-biodegradable microplastics on plant invasion. However, the impact of biodegradable microplastics (BMPs) on plant invasion remains unclear. Therefore, it is imperative to explore the impact of BMPs on plant invasion. In this study, a 30-day potting experiment with Trifolium repens L. (an invasive plant) and Oxalis corniculata L. (a native plant) was conducted to evaluate the influence of BMPs on T. repens's invasion. The findings revealed that BMPs results in a reduction in available N and P contents, thereby facilitating the colonization of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi on T. repens 's roots. Consequently, T. repens adjusted its N and P foraging strategy by increasing P absorption ratio, and enhancing the accumulation of N and P in leaves. This ultimately led to the decrease of relative neighbor effect index of T. repens, indicating an aggravated invasion by T. repens. This study significantly enhances and expands the understanding of mechanisms by which microplastics aggravate plant invasion.
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- Mengfei Tian
- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Pharmacy College, Mudanjiang Medical University, Mudanjiang 157000, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China
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- Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Engineering Research Center of Forest Bio-preparation, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resource Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecological Utilization of Forestry-based Active Substances, Harbin 150040, China.
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Ansari MM, Bisht N, Singh T, Chauhan PS. Symphony of survival: Insights into cross-talk mechanisms in plants, bacteria, and fungi for strengthening plant immune responses. Microbiol Res 2024; 285:127762. [PMID: 38763015 DOI: 10.1016/j.micres.2024.127762] [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] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Revised: 04/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
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Plants coexist with a diverse array of microorganisms, predominantly bacteria and fungi, in both natural and agricultural environments. While some microorganisms positively influence plant development and yield, others can cause harm to the host, leading to significant adverse impacts on the environment and the economy. Plant growth-promoting microorganisms (PGPM), including plant growth-promoting bacteria, arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus (AMF), and rhizobia, have been found to increase plant biomass production by synthesizing hormones, fixing nitrogen, and solubilizing phosphate and potassium. Numerous studies have contributed to unraveling the complex process of plant-microbe interactions in recent decades. In light of the increasing global challenges such as population growth, climate change, and resource scarcity, it has become imperative to explore the potential of plant-bacteria-fungi crosstalk in promoting sustainability. This review aims to bridge existing knowledge gaps, providing a roadmap for future research in this dynamic field by synthesizing current knowledge and identifying emerging trends.
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- Mohd Mogees Ansari
- CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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- CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, India
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- CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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- CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India.
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Sharma V, Sharma DP, Salwan R. Surviving the stress: Understanding the molecular basis of plant adaptations and uncovering the role of mycorrhizal association in plant abiotic stresses. Microb Pathog 2024; 193:106772. [PMID: 38969183 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2024.106772] [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] [Received: 01/22/2024] [Revised: 05/28/2024] [Accepted: 06/30/2024] [Indexed: 07/07/2024]
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Environmental stresses severely impair plant growth, resulting in significant crop yield and quality loss. Among various abiotic factors, salt and drought stresses are one of the major factors that affect the nutrients and water uptake by the plants, hence ultimately various physiological aspects of the plants that compromises crop yield. Continuous efforts have been made to investigate, dissect and improve plant adaptations at the molecular level in response to drought and salinity stresses. In this context, the plant beneficial microbiome presents in the rhizosphere, endosphere, and phyllosphere, also referred as second genomes of the plant is well known for its roles in plant adaptations. Exploration of beneficial interaction of fungi with host plants known as mycorrhizal association is one such special interaction that can facilitates the host plants adaptations. Mycorrhiza assist in alleviating the salinity and drought stresses of plants via redistributing the ion imbalance through translocation to different parts of the plants, as well as triggering oxidative machinery. Mycorrhiza association also regulates the level of various plant growth regulators, osmolytes and assists in acquiring minerals that are helpful in plant's adaptation against extreme environmental stresses. The current review examines the role of various plant growth regulators and plants' antioxidative systems, followed by mycorrhizal association during drought and salt stresses.
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- Vivek Sharma
- University Centre for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Mohali PB 140413, India.
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- College of Horticulture and Forestry (Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry), Neri, Hamirpur, H.P 177 001, India
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- College of Horticulture and Forestry (Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry), Neri, Hamirpur, H.P 177 001, India.
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Xu FQ, Meng LL, Kuča K, Wu QS. The mechanism of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi-alleviated manganese toxicity in plants: A review. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 213:108808. [PMID: 38865805 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108808] [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: 02/27/2024] [Revised: 05/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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The development of the mining industry and the overuse of inorganic fertilizers have led to an excess of manganese (Mn) in the soil, thereby, contaminating the soil environment and people's health. On heavy metal-contaminated soils, the combined arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF)-phytoremediation technique becomes a hotspot because of its environmentally friendly, in situ remediation. AMF inoculation often leads to a decrease in host Mn acquisition, which provides a basis for its application in phytoremediation of contaminated soils. Moreover, the utilization value of native AMF is greater than that of exotic AMF, because native AMF can adapt better to Mn-contaminated soils. In addition to the fact that AMF enhance plant Mn tolerance responses such as regionalization, organic matter chelation, limiting uptake and efflux, and so on, AMF also develop plant-independent fungal pathways such as direct biosorption of Mn by mycorrhizal hyphae, fungal Mn transporter genes, and sequestration of Mn by mycorrhizal hyphae, glomalin, and arbuscule-containing root cortical cells, which together mitigate excessive Mn toxicity to plants. Clarifying AMF-plant interactions under Mn stress will provide support for utilizing AMF as a phytoremediation in Mn-contaminated soils. The review reveals in detail how AMF develop its own mechanisms for responding to excess Mn and how AMF enhance plant Mn tolerance, accompanied by perspectives for future research.
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- Fu-Qi Xu
- Hubei Key Laboratory of Spices & Horticultural Plant Germplasm Innovation & Utilization, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China; College of Horticulture and Gardening, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Spices & Horticultural Plant Germplasm Innovation & Utilization, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China; College of Horticulture and Gardening, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China
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- Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, University of Hradec Kralove, Hradec Kralove, 50003, Czech Republic
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Spices & Horticultural Plant Germplasm Innovation & Utilization, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China; College of Horticulture and Gardening, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China; Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, University of Hradec Kralove, Hradec Kralove, 50003, Czech Republic.
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Fan L, Zhang P, Cao F, Liu X, Ji M, Xie M. Effects of AMF on Maize Yield and Soil Microbial Community in Sandy and Saline Soils. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:2056. [PMID: 39124174 PMCID: PMC11314339 DOI: 10.3390/plants13152056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2024] [Revised: 07/21/2024] [Accepted: 07/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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This study aimed to investigate the effects of applying arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) on maize root growth and yield formation under different soil conditions. This study was conducted under sandy soil (S) and saline-alkali soil (Y), with treatments of AMF application (AM) and no AMF application (CK). The root characteristics, yield, and quality of maize were measured. High-throughput sequencing technology was employed to assess the impact of AMF on the soil microbial community structure, and the correlation between soil microbes and soil physicochemical properties was elucidated. The results show that under both sandy and saline-alkali soil conditions, AMF application significantly enhanced maize root growth, yield, grain quality, and soil available nitrogen (AN), available phosphorus (AP), and available potassium (AK) contents compared to the CK treatment. Soil microbial Alpha diversity analysis indicated that AMF application effectively increased soil microbial diversity and richness. Principal coordinate analysis (PCoA) and microbial community structure analysis revealed significant differences in bacterial communities between AM treatment in sandy soil (SAM) and CK in sandy soil (SCK), and significant differences in both bacterial and fungal communities between AM treatment in saline-alkali soil (YAM) and CK in saline-alkali soil (YCK). Furthermore, significant correlations between microbial communities and soil physicochemical properties were found, such as AN, AP, AK, soil salinity (SS), and organic matter (OM) content. AMF application had a greater impact on bacterial communities than on fungal communities. This study demonstrated that the use of AMF as a bio-fungal fertilizer was effective in improving spring maize yields, especially in terms of yield increase and quality stability in sandy and saline soils, thereby contributing to safe and sustainable cropping practices.
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- Li Fan
- College of Horticulture and Plant Protection, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot 010018, China;
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- College of Agriculture, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot 010019, China
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- Erdos Agricultural and Animal Husbandry Technology Extension Center, Erdos 017200, China; (F.C.); (M.J.)
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- Erdos Agricultural and Animal Husbandry Technology Extension Center, Erdos 017200, China; (F.C.); (M.J.)
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- Erdos Agricultural and Animal Husbandry Technology Extension Center, Erdos 017200, China; (F.C.); (M.J.)
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- College of Agriculture, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot 010019, China
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Owiny AA, Dusengemungu L. Mycorrhizae in mine wasteland reclamation. Heliyon 2024; 10:e33141. [PMID: 39035525 PMCID: PMC11259807 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e33141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024] Open
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Mycorrhizae are found on about 70-80 % of the roots of all plant species; ectomycorrhizae (ECM) are mostly found on woody plants and gymnosperms, whereas arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are found on 80-90 % of all plant species. In abandoned mining sites, woody plants dominate, while non-woody species remain scarce. However, this pattern depends on the specific mine site and its ecological context. This review article explores the potential of using mycorrhizae-plant associations to enhance and facilitate the remediation of mine wastelands and metal-polluted sites. In this review, we employed reputable databases to collect articles and relevant information on mycorrhizae and their role in plant growth and soil fertility spanning from the 1990s up to 2024. Our review found that the abilities of plants selected for minewasteland reclamation can be harnessed effectively if their mycorrhizae utilization is known and considered. Our findings indicate that AMF facilitates plant cohabitation by influencing species richness, feedback effects, shared mycelial networks, and plant-AMF specificity. Several types of mycorrhizae have been isolated from mine wastelands, including Glomus mosseae, which reduces heavy metal accumulation in plants, and Rhizophagus irregularis, which enhances plant growth and survival in revegetated mine sites. Additionally, studies on ECM in surface mine spoil restoration stands highlight their role in enhancing fungal biodiversity and providing habitats for rare and specialized fungal species. Recent research shows that ECM and AMF fungi can interact synergistically to enhance plant growth, with ECM improving plant nitrogen absorption and AMF increasing nitrogen use efficiency. Our review also found that despite their critical role in improving plant growth and resilience, there remains limited knowledge about the specific mechanisms by which mycorrhizae communicate with each other and other microorganisms, such as bacteria, root-associated fungi, soil protozoa, actinomycetes, nematodes, and endophytes, within the soil matrix. This article highlights the connection between mycorrhizae and plants and other microorganisms in mine wastelands, their role in improving soil structure and nutrient cycling, and how mycorrhizae can help restore soil fertility and promote plant growth, thus improving the overall environmental quality of mine wasteland sites.
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- Arthur A. Owiny
- Copperbelt University, School of Natural Resources, Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, P.O Box 21692, Kitwe, Zambia
- Chair of Environment and Development, Oliver R. Tambo Africa Research Chair Initiative (ORTARChI), The Copperbelt University, P.O. Box 21692, Kitwe, Zambia
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- Copperbelt University, School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences, P.O BOX 21692, Kitwe, Zambia
- Copperbelt University, Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Mining, Kitwe, Zambia
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Morales-Vargas AT, López-Ramírez V, Álvarez-Mejía C, Vázquez-Martínez J. Endophytic Fungi for Crops Adaptation to Abiotic Stresses. Microorganisms 2024; 12:1357. [PMID: 39065124 PMCID: PMC11279104 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms12071357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Revised: 05/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Endophytic fungi (EFs) have emerged as promising modulators of plant growth and stress tolerance in agricultural ecosystems. This review synthesizes the current knowledge on the role of EFs in enhancing the adaptation of crops to abiotic stress. Abiotic stresses, such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures, pose significant challenges to crop productivity worldwide. EFs have shown remarkable potential in alleviating the adverse effects of these stresses. Through various mechanisms, including the synthesis of osmolytes, the production of stress-related enzymes, and the induction of plant defense mechanisms, EFs enhance plant resilience to abiotic stressors. Moreover, EFs promote nutrient uptake and modulate the hormonal balance in plants, further enhancing the stress tolerance of the plants. Recent advancements in molecular techniques have facilitated the identification and characterization of stress-tolerant EF strains, paving the way for their utilization in agricultural practices. Furthermore, the symbiotic relationship between EFs and plants offers ecological benefits, such as improved soil health and a reduced dependence on chemical inputs. However, challenges remain in understanding the complex interactions between EFs and host plants, as well as in scaling up their application in diverse agricultural systems. Future research should focus on elucidating the mechanisms underlying endophytic-fungal-mediated stress tolerance and developing sustainable strategies for harnessing their potential in crop production.
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- Adan Topiltzin Morales-Vargas
- Programa de Ingeniería en Biotecnología, Campus Celaya-Salvatierra, Universidad de Guanajuato, Mutualismo #303, Col. La Suiza, Celaya 36060, Mexico
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Bioquímica, TecNM/ITS Irapuato, Silao-Irapuato km 12.5, El Copal, Irapuato 36821, Mexico
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- Coordinación de Ingeniería Ambiental, TecNM/ITS Abasolo, Cuitzeo de los Naranjos #401, Col. Cuitzeo de los Naranjos, Abasolo 36976, Mexico
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- Departamento de Ingeniería Química, TecNM/ITS Irapuato, Silao-Irapuato km 12.5, El Copal, Irapuato 36821, Mexico
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Tiepo AN, Fávaro MH, Amador TS, Tavares LF, Hertel MF, Calzavara AK, de Oliveira ALM, Oliveira HC, Dias-Pereira J, de Araújo HH, Bianchini E, Pimenta JA, Stolf-Moreira R. Associative Bacteria and Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungus Increase Drought Tolerance in Maize ( Zea mays L.) through Morphoanatomical, Physiological, and Biochemical Changes. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:1667. [PMID: 38931099 PMCID: PMC11207481 DOI: 10.3390/plants13121667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2024] [Revised: 06/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Water deficiency has been recognized as a major abiotic stress that causes losses in maize crops around the world. The maize crop is very important due to the range of products that are derived from this plant. A potential way to reduce the damages caused by water deficiency in maize crops is through the association with plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF). To define the mechanisms developed by associative PGPB and AMF in maize that are involved in protection against moderate drought (MD), this study evaluated the biometrical, anatomical, biochemical, and physiological parameters of maize grown under MD and inoculated with different PGPB (Azospirillum brasilense strain Ab-V5 and Bacillus sp. strain ZK) and with AMF. The relative water content did not change in the treatments. The association with ZK increased the shoot:total ratio, total dry weight, maximum quantum yield of photosystem II, vascular cylinder thickness, and vascular cylinder area. The Ab-V5 inoculation led to an increment in root dry weight, the area of metaxylem vessel elements, and nitrate reductase activity. The AMF association did not lead to changes in the measured parameters. The results indicate that the association with PGPB is a relevant alternative to contribute to reducing losses in maize crops under drought. However, AMF is not indicated for this crop under drought.
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- Angélica Nunes Tiepo
- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, UFV—Federal University of Viçosa, Rio Paranaíba 36570-900, MG, Brazil;
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- Department of Plant Biology, UFV—Federal University of Viçosa, Rio Paranaíba 36570-900, MG, Brazil;
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, UEL—State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil; (A.N.T.); (M.H.F.); (T.S.A.); (L.F.T.); (M.F.H.); (H.C.O.); (E.B.); (J.A.P.)
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Nader AA, Hauka FIA, Afify AH, El-Sawah AM. Drought-Tolerant Bacteria and Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Mitigate the Detrimental Effects of Drought Stress Induced by Withholding Irrigation at Critical Growth Stages of Soybean ( Glycine max, L.). Microorganisms 2024; 12:1123. [PMID: 38930505 PMCID: PMC11205826 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms12061123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Considering current global climate change, drought stress is regarded as a major problem negatively impacting the growth of soybeans, particularly at the critical stages R3 (early pod) and R5 (seed development). Microbial inoculation is regarded as an ecologically friendly and low-cost-effective strategy for helping soybean plants withstand drought stress. The present study aimed to isolate newly drought-tolerant bacteria from native soil and evaluated their potential for producing growth-promoting substances as well as understanding how these isolated bacteria along with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) could mitigate drought stress in soybean plants at critical growth stages in a field experiment. In this study, 30 Bradyrhizobium isolates and 30 rhizobacterial isolates were isolated from the soybean nodules and rhizosphere, respectively. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) 6000 was used for evaluating their tolerance to drought, and then the production of growth promotion substances was evaluated under both without/with PEG. The most effective isolates (DTB4 and DTR30) were identified genetically using 16S rRNA gene. A field experiment was conducted to study the impact of inoculation with DTB4 and DTR30 along with AMF (Glomus clarum, Funneliformis mosseae, and Gigaspora margarita) on the growth and yield of drought-stressed soybeans. Our results showed that the bioinoculant applications improved the growth traits (shoot length, root length, leaf area, and dry weight), chlorophyll content, nutrient content (N, P, and K), nodulation, and yield components (pods number, seeds weight, and grain yield) of soybean plants under drought stress (p ≤ 0.05). Moreover, proline contents were decreased due to the bioinoculant applications under drought when compared to uninoculated treatments. As well as the count of bacteria, mycorrhizal colonization indices, and the activity of soil enzymes (dehydrogenase and phosphatase) were enhanced in the soybean rhizosphere under drought stress. This study's findings imply that using a mixture of bioinoculants may help soybean plants withstand drought stress, particularly during critical growth stages, and that soybean growth, productivity, and soil microbial activity were improved under drought stress.
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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Jain A, Sarsaiya S, Singh R, Gong Q, Wu Q, Shi J. Omics approaches in understanding the benefits of plant-microbe interactions. Front Microbiol 2024; 15:1391059. [PMID: 38860224 PMCID: PMC11163067 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1391059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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Plant-microbe interactions are pivotal for ecosystem dynamics and sustainable agriculture, and are influenced by various factors, such as host characteristics, environmental conditions, and human activities. Omics technologies, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, have revolutionized our understanding of these interactions. Genomics elucidates key genes, transcriptomics reveals gene expression dynamics, proteomics identifies essential proteins, and metabolomics profiles small molecules, thereby offering a holistic perspective. This review synthesizes diverse microbial-plant interactions, showcasing the application of omics in understanding mechanisms, such as nitrogen fixation, systemic resistance induction, mycorrhizal association, and pathogen-host interactions. Despite the challenges of data integration and ethical considerations, omics approaches promise advancements in precision intervention and resilient agricultural practices. Future research should address data integration challenges, enhance omics technology resolution, explore epigenomics, and understand plant-microbe dynamics under diverse conditions. In conclusion, omics technologies hold immense promise for optimizing agricultural strategies and fortifying resilient plant-microbe alliances, paving the way for sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.
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- Archana Jain
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
- Bioresource Institute for Healthy Utilization, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of Education, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
- Bioresource Institute for Healthy Utilization, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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Wahab A, Muhammad M, Ullah S, Abdi G, Shah GM, Zaman W, Ayaz A. Agriculture and environmental management through nanotechnology: Eco-friendly nanomaterial synthesis for soil-plant systems, food safety, and sustainability. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 926:171862. [PMID: 38527538 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.171862] [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: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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Through the advancement of nanotechnology, agricultural and food systems are undergoing strategic enhancements, offering innovative solutions to complex problems. This scholarly essay thoroughly examines nanotechnological innovations and their implications within these critical industries. Traditional practices are undergoing radical transformation as nanomaterials emerge as novel agents in roles traditionally filled by fertilizers, pesticides, and biosensors. Micronutrient management and preservation techniques are further enhanced, indicating a shift towards more nutrient-dense and longevity-oriented food production. Nanoparticles (NPs), with their unique physicochemical properties, such as an extraordinary surface-to-volume ratio, find applications in healthcare, diagnostics, agriculture, and other fields. However, concerns about their potential overuse and bioaccumulation raise unanswered questions about their health effects. Molecule-to-molecule interactions and physicochemical dynamics create pathways through which nanoparticles cause toxicity. The combination of nanotechnology and environmental sustainability principles leads to the examination of green nanoparticle synthesis. The discourse extends to how nanomaterials penetrate biological systems, their applications, toxicological effects, and dissemination routes. Additionally, this examination delves into the ecological consequences of nanomaterial contamination in natural ecosystems. Employing robust risk assessment methodologies, including the risk allocation framework, is recommended to address potential dangers associated with nanotechnology integration. Establishing standardized, universally accepted guidelines for evaluating nanomaterial toxicity and protocols for nano-waste disposal is urged to ensure responsible stewardship of this transformative technology. In conclusion, the article summarizes global trends, persistent challenges, and emerging regulatory strategies shaping nanotechnology in agriculture and food science. Sustained, in-depth research is crucial to fully benefit from nanotechnology prospects for sustainable agriculture and food systems.
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- Abdul Wahab
- Shanghai Center for Plant Stress Biology, CAS Center for Excellence in Molecular Plant Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200032, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China.
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- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China; State Key Laboratory of Desert and Oasis Ecology, Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 830011, China
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- Department of Botany, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Persian Gulf Research Institute, Persian Gulf University, Bushehr 75169, Iran
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- Department of Life Sciences, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38541, Republic of Korea.
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- Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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Vignesh A, Amal TC, Sivalingam R, Selvakumar S, Vasanth K. Unraveling the impact of nanopollution on plant metabolism and ecosystem dynamics. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 210:108598. [PMID: 38608503 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108598] [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: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 03/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024]
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Nanopollution (NPOs), a burgeoning consequence of the widespread use of nanoparticles (NPs) across diverse industrial and consumer domains, has emerged as a critical environmental issue. While extensive research has scrutinized the repercussions of NPs pollution on ecosystems and human health, scant attention has been directed towards unraveling its implications for plant life. This comprehensive review aims to bridge this gap by delving into the nuanced interplay between NPOs and plant metabolism, encompassing both primary and secondary processes. Our exploration encompasses an in-depth analysis of the intricate mechanisms governing the interaction between plants and NPs. This involves a thorough examination of how physicochemical properties such as size, shape, and surface characteristics influence the uptake and translocation of NPs within plant tissues. The impact of NPOs on primary metabolic processes, including photosynthesis, respiration, nutrient uptake, and water transport. Additionally, this study explored the multifaceted alterations in secondary metabolism, shedding light on the synthesis and modulation of secondary metabolites in response to NPs exposure. In assessing the consequences of NPOs for plant life, we scrutinize the potential implications for plant growth, development, and environmental interactions. The intricate relationships revealed in this review underscore the need for a holistic understanding of the plant-NPs dynamics. As NPs become increasingly prevalent in ecosystems, this investigation establishes a fundamental guide that underscores the importance of additional research to shape sustainable environmental management strategies and address the extensive effects of NPs on the development of plant life and environmental interactions.
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- Arumugam Vignesh
- Department of Botany, Nallamuthu Gounder Mahalingam College (Autonomous), Bharathiar University (Affiliated), Pollachi, 642 001, Tamil Nadu, India
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- ICAR - Central Institute for Cotton Research, RS, Coimbatore, 641 003, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, 641 046, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Botany, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, 641 046, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Bas TG, Sáez ML, Sáez N. Sustainable Development versus Extractivist Deforestation in Tropical, Subtropical, and Boreal Forest Ecosystems: Repercussions and Controversies about the Mother Tree and the Mycorrhizal Network Hypothesis. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:1231. [PMID: 38732447 PMCID: PMC11085170 DOI: 10.3390/plants13091231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024]
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This research reviews the phenomenon of extractive deforestation as a possible trigger for cascade reactions that could affect part of the forest ecosystem and its biodiversity (surface, aerial, and underground) in tropical, subtropical, and boreal forests. The controversy and disparities in criteria generated in the international scientific community around the hypothesis of a possible link between "mother trees" and mycorrhizal networks in coopetition for nutrients, nitrogen, and carbon are analyzed. The objective is to promote awareness to generate more scientific knowledge about the eventual impacts of forest extraction. Public policies are emphasized as crucial mediators for balanced sustainable development. Currently, the effects of extractive deforestation on forest ecosystems are poorly understood, which requires caution and forest protection. Continued research to increase our knowledge in molecular biology is advocated to understand the adaptation of biological organisms to the new conditions of the ecosystem both in the face of extractive deforestation and reforestation. The environmental impacts of extractive deforestation, such as the loss of biodiversity, soil degradation, altered water cycles, and the contribution of climate change, remain largely unknown. Long-term and high-quality research is essential to ensure forest sustainability and the preservation of biodiversity for future generations.
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- Tomas Gabriel Bas
- Escuela de Ciencias Empresariales, Universidad Católica del Norte, Coquimbo 1780000, Chile;
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- Facultad de Humanidades, La Serena University, Coquimbo 1700000, Chile;
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- Escuela de Ciencias Empresariales, Universidad Católica del Norte, Coquimbo 1780000, Chile;
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Nahuelcura J, Bravo C, Valdebenito A, Rivas S, Santander C, González F, Cornejo P, Contreras B, Ruiz A. Physiological and Enzymatic Antioxidant Responses of Solanum tuberosum Leaves to Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungal Inoculation under Water Stress. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:1153. [PMID: 38674562 PMCID: PMC11054134 DOI: 10.3390/plants13081153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2024] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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Solanum tuberosum is one of the most widely cropped plant species worldwide; unfortunately, drought is one of the major constraints on potato productivity because it affects the physiology, biochemical processes, and yield. The use of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) has exhibited beneficial effects on plants during drought. The objective of this study was to analyse the effect of AMF inoculation on two genotypes of potato plants exposed to water stress, and the photosynthetic traits, enzymatic antioxidant activity, and exudation of low-molecular-weight organic acids (LMWOAs) of potato plants inoculated with two strains of AMF, Claroideoglomus claroideum (CC) and Claroideoglomus lamellosum (HMC26), were evaluated. Stomatal conductance exhibited a similar trend in the CC and HMC26 treatments for both potato genotypes; moreover, the photosynthetic rate significantly increased by 577.9% between the 100% soil humidity (S0) and 40% soil humidity (S2) stress levels for the VR808 genotype under the CC treatment. The activities of the enzymes catalase (CAT) and ascorbate peroxidase (APX) showed similar trends. In this study, there were different responses among genotypes and treatments. Inoculation with CC under S2 stress levels is a promising potential approach for improving potato growth under drought conditions.
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- Javiera Nahuelcura
- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas y Recursos Naturales, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de La Frontera, Avenida Francisco Salazar 01145, Temuco 4811230, Chile (C.S.)
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- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas y Recursos Naturales, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de La Frontera, Avenida Francisco Salazar 01145, Temuco 4811230, Chile (C.S.)
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- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas y Recursos Naturales, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de La Frontera, Avenida Francisco Salazar 01145, Temuco 4811230, Chile (C.S.)
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- Doctorado en Ciencias de Recursos Naturales, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4811230, Chile
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- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas y Recursos Naturales, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de La Frontera, Avenida Francisco Salazar 01145, Temuco 4811230, Chile (C.S.)
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- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas y Recursos Naturales, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de La Frontera, Avenida Francisco Salazar 01145, Temuco 4811230, Chile (C.S.)
- Doctorado en Ciencias Mención Biología Celular y Molecular Aplicada, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4811230, Chile
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- Escuela de Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas y de los Alimentos, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Quillota 2260000, Chile;
- Centro Regional de Investigación e Innovación para la Sostenibilidad de la Agricultura y los Territorios Rurales, CERES, La Palma, Quillota 2260000, Chile
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- Novaseed Ltd., Loteo Pozo de Ripio s/n, Parque Ivian II, Puerto Varas 5550000, Chile
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- Departamento de Ciencias Químicas y Recursos Naturales, Scientific and Technological Bioresource Nucleus BIOREN-UFRO, Universidad de La Frontera, Avenida Francisco Salazar 01145, Temuco 4811230, Chile (C.S.)
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Shafiei F, Shahidi-Noghabi S, Sedaghati E, Smagghe G. Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Inducing Tomato Plant Resistance and Its Role in Control of Bemisia tabaci Under Greenhouse Conditions. NEOTROPICAL ENTOMOLOGY 2024; 53:424-438. [PMID: 38356097 DOI: 10.1007/s13744-024-01135-8] [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: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are one of the environment-friendly organisms that enhance plant performance. AMF affect the herbivorous insect community by indirectly modifying host plant nutrient uptake, growth, and defense, also known as priming. In the current study, under greenhouse conditions, the effects of inoculating tomato seedlings with four species of AMF, i.e., Funneliformis mosseae, Rhizophagus intraradices, Rhizophagus irregularis, and Glomus iranicus, were studied in relation to tomato plant growth parameters, plant defense enzymes, and total phenol content, and additionally, the life table of Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) feeding on these plants was determined. The results demonstrated that the growth parameters of tomato plants, including plant height, stem diameter, number of leaves, root volume, leaf surface area, weight of the root, and aerial organs (containing the leaves and stem), were greater and larger in the AMF-inoculated plants compared to the non-inoculated plants. Furthermore, there were higher defense enzyme activities, including peroxidase, phenylalanine ammonia lyase and polyphenol oxidase, and also higher total phenol contents in the AMF-inoculated plants. The whitefly life table characteristics were decreased in the group feeding on the AMF-inoculated plants. All together, the AMF colonization made the tomato plants more resistant against B. tabaci by improving plant growth and increasing defense enzymes. The degree of priming observed here suggests the potential of AMF to have expansive applications, including their implementation in sustainable agriculture.
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- Fateme Shafiei
- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, Rafsanjan, Iran
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- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, Rafsanjan, Iran.
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- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, Rafsanjan, Iran
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- Institute of Entomology, Guizhou University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
- Department of Biology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Brussels, Belgium
- Department of Plants and Crops, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Slimani A, Ait-El-Mokhtar M, Ben-Laouane R, Boutasknit A, Anli M, Abouraicha EF, Oufdou K, Meddich A, Baslam M. Signals and Machinery for Mycorrhizae and Cereal and Oilseed Interactions towards Improved Tolerance to Environmental Stresses. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:826. [PMID: 38592805 PMCID: PMC10975020 DOI: 10.3390/plants13060826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2024] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
Abstract
In the quest for sustainable agricultural practices, there arises an urgent need for alternative solutions to mineral fertilizers and pesticides, aiming to diminish the environmental footprint of farming. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) emerge as a promising avenue, bestowing plants with heightened nutrient absorption capabilities while alleviating plant stress. Cereal and oilseed crops benefit from this association in a number of ways, including improved growth fitness, nutrient uptake, and tolerance to environmental stresses. Understanding the molecular mechanisms shaping the impact of AMF on these crops offers encouraging prospects for a more efficient use of these beneficial microorganisms to mitigate climate change-related stressors on plant functioning and productivity. An increased number of studies highlighted the boosting effect of AMF on grain and oil crops' tolerance to (a)biotic stresses while limited ones investigated the molecular aspects orchestrating the different involved mechanisms. This review gives an extensive overview of the different strategies initiated by mycorrhizal cereal and oilseed plants to manage the deleterious effects of environmental stress. We also discuss the molecular drivers and mechanistic concepts to unveil the molecular machinery triggered by AMF to alleviate the tolerance of these crops to stressors.
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- Aiman Slimani
- Centre d’Agrobiotechnologie et Bioingénierie, Unité de Recherche Labellisée CNRST (Centre AgroBiotech-URL-CNRST-05), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Laboratory of Agro-Food, Biotechnologies and Valorization of Plant Bioresources (AGROBIOVAL), Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnologies, Agrosciences, and Environment, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Environment & Agri-Food URAC 36, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Techniques—Mohammedia, Hassan II University, Mohammedia 28800, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Environment and Health, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Techniques, Errachidia 52000, Morocco
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- Centre d’Agrobiotechnologie et Bioingénierie, Unité de Recherche Labellisée CNRST (Centre AgroBiotech-URL-CNRST-05), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Laboratory of Agro-Food, Biotechnologies and Valorization of Plant Bioresources (AGROBIOVAL), Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Multidisciplinary Faculty of Nador, Mohammed First University, Nador 62700, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Agro-Food, Biotechnologies and Valorization of Plant Bioresources (AGROBIOVAL), Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Department of Life, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Comoros, Patsy University Center, Moroni 269, Comoros
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- Centre d’Agrobiotechnologie et Bioingénierie, Unité de Recherche Labellisée CNRST (Centre AgroBiotech-URL-CNRST-05), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Laboratory of Agro-Food, Biotechnologies and Valorization of Plant Bioresources (AGROBIOVAL), Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Higher Institute of Nursing and Health Techniques (ISPITS), Essaouira 44000, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnologies, Agrosciences, and Environment, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- AgroBiosciences Program, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), Ben Guerir 43150, Morocco
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- Centre d’Agrobiotechnologie et Bioingénierie, Unité de Recherche Labellisée CNRST (Centre AgroBiotech-URL-CNRST-05), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Laboratory of Agro-Food, Biotechnologies and Valorization of Plant Bioresources (AGROBIOVAL), Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
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- Centre d’Agrobiotechnologie et Bioingénierie, Unité de Recherche Labellisée CNRST (Centre AgroBiotech-URL-CNRST-05), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- Laboratory of Agro-Food, Biotechnologies and Valorization of Plant Bioresources (AGROBIOVAL), Department of Biology, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
- GrowSmart, Seoul 03129, Republic of Korea
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Zhao J, Yu X, Zhang C, Hou L, Wu N, Zhang W, Wang Y, Yao B, Delaplace P, Tian J. Harnessing microbial interactions with rice: Strategies for abiotic stress alleviation in the face of environmental challenges and climate change. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:168847. [PMID: 38036127 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.168847] [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: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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Rice, which feeds more than half of the world's population, confronts significant challenges due to environmental and climatic changes. Abiotic stressors such as extreme temperatures, drought, heavy metals, organic pollutants, and salinity disrupt its cellular balance, impair photosynthetic efficiency, and degrade grain quality. Beneficial microorganisms from rice and soil microbiomes have emerged as crucial in enhancing rice's tolerance to these stresses. This review delves into the multifaceted impacts of these abiotic stressors on rice growth, exploring the origins of the interacting microorganisms and the intricate dynamics between rice-associated and soil microbiomes. We highlight their synergistic roles in mitigating rice's abiotic stresses and outline rice's strategies for recruiting these microorganisms under various environmental conditions, including the development of techniques to maximize their benefits. Through an in-depth analysis, we shed light on the multifarious mechanisms through which microorganisms fortify rice resilience, such as modulation of antioxidant enzymes, enhanced nutrient uptake, plant hormone adjustments, exopolysaccharide secretion, and strategic gene expression regulation, emphasizing the objective of leveraging microorganisms to boost rice's stress tolerance. The review also recognizes the growing prominence of microbial inoculants in modern rice cultivation for their eco-friendliness and sustainability. We discuss ongoing efforts to optimize these inoculants, providing insights into the rigorous processes involved in their formulation and strategic deployment. In conclusion, this review emphasizes the importance of microbial interventions in bolstering rice agriculture and ensuring its resilience in the face of rising environmental challenges.
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- Jintong Zhao
- Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, University of Liege, TERRA - Teaching & Research Center, Plant Sciences, 5030 Gembloux, Belgium; Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China; Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China
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- School of Water Resources & Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology, Nanchang, Jiangxi 330000, China
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- Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China; Sanya Institute, Hainan, Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Sanya 572000, China
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- Rice Research Institute, Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Gongzhuling, Jilin 136100, China
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- Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China; Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China
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- Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China
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- Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China
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- Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech, University of Liege, TERRA - Teaching & Research Center, Plant Sciences, 5030 Gembloux, Belgium
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- Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China; Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China.
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Alrajhi K, Bibi S, Abu-Dieyeh M. Diversity, Distribution, and applications of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in the Arabian Peninsula. Saudi J Biol Sci 2024; 31:103911. [PMID: 38268781 PMCID: PMC10805673 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2023.103911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024] Open
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Investigations of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) received extreme interests among scientist including agronomists and environmental scientists. This interest is linked to advantages provided by AMF in enhancing the nutrients of their hosts via improving photosynthetic pigments and antioxidant production. Further, it also positively alters the production of plant hormones. AMF through its associations with plants obtain carbon while in exchange, provide nutrients. AMF have been reported to improve the growth of Tageteserecta, Zea mays, Panicum turgidum, Arachis hypogaea, Triticum aestivum and others. This review further documented the occurrence, diversity, distribution, and agricultural applications of AMF species reported in the Arabian Peninsula. Overall, we documented 20 genera and 61 species of Glomeromycota in the Arabian Peninsula representing 46.51 % of genera and 17.88 % of species of AMF known so far. Funneliformis mosseae has found to be the most widely distributed species followed by Claroideoglomus etuicatum. There are 35 research articles focused on Arabian Peninsula where the stress conditions like drought, salinity and pollutants are prevailed. Only one group studied the influence of AMF on disease resistance, while salinity, drought, and cadmium stresses were investigated in 18, 6, and 4 investigations, respectively. The genus Glomus was the focus of most studies. The conducted research in the Arabian Peninsula is not enough to understand AMF taxonomy and their functional role in plant growth. Expanding the scope of detection of AMF, especially in coastal areas is essential. Future studies on biodiversity of AMF are essential.
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- Khazna Alrajhi
- Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Qatar University, P.O. Box 2713, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Qatar University, P.O. Box 2713, Doha, Qatar
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- Biological Science Program, Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Qatar University, P.O. Box 2713, Doha, Qatar
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Solomon W, Janda T, Molnár Z. Unveiling the significance of rhizosphere: Implications for plant growth, stress response, and sustainable agriculture. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2024; 206:108290. [PMID: 38150841 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.108290] [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: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/17/2023] [Indexed: 12/29/2023]
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In the rhizosphere, the activities within all processes and functions are primarily influenced by plant roots, microorganisms present in the rhizosphere, and the interactions between roots and microorganisms. The rhizosphere, a dynamic zone surrounding the roots, provides an ideal environment for a diverse microbial community, which significantly shapes plant growth and development. Microbial activity in the rhizosphere can promote plant growth by increasing nutrient availability, influencing plant hormonal signaling, and repelling or outcompeting pathogenic microbial strains. Understanding the associations between plant roots and soil microorganisms has the potential to revolutionize crop yields, improve productivity, minimize reliance on chemical fertilizers, and promote sustainable plant growth technologies. The rhizosphere microbiome could play a vital role in the next green revolution and contribute to sustainable and eco-friendly agriculture. However, there are still knowledge gaps concerning plant root-environment interactions, particularly regarding roots and microorganisms. Advances in metabolomics have helped to understand the chemical communication between plants and soil biota, yet challenges persist. This article provides an overview of the latest advancements in comprehending the communication and interplay between plant roots and microbes, which have been shown to impact crucial factors such as plant growth, gene expression, nutrient absorption, pest and disease resistance, and the alleviation of abiotic stress. By improving these aspects, sustainable agriculture practices can be implemented to increase the overall productivity of plant ecosystems.
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- Wogene Solomon
- Department of Plant Science, Albert Kazmer Faculty of Mosonmagyarovar, Széchenyi István University, Hungary.
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- Agricultural Institute Centre for Agricultural Research, Martonvásár, Hungary
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- Department of Plant Science, Albert Kazmer Faculty of Mosonmagyarovar, Széchenyi István University, Hungary
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Pandey P, Tripathi A, Dwivedi S, Lal K, Jhang T. Deciphering the mechanisms, hormonal signaling, and potential applications of endophytic microbes to mediate stress tolerance in medicinal plants. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2023; 14:1250020. [PMID: 38034581 PMCID: PMC10684941 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2023.1250020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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The global healthcare market in the post-pandemic era emphasizes a constant pursuit of therapeutic, adaptogenic, and immune booster drugs. Medicinal plants are the only natural resource to meet this by supplying an array of bioactive secondary metabolites in an economic, greener and sustainable manner. Driven by the thrust in demand for natural immunity imparting nutraceutical and life-saving plant-derived drugs, the acreage for commercial cultivation of medicinal plants has dramatically increased in recent years. Limited resources of land and water, low productivity, poor soil fertility coupled with climate change, and biotic (bacteria, fungi, insects, viruses, nematodes) and abiotic (temperature, drought, salinity, waterlogging, and metal toxicity) stress necessitate medicinal plant productivity enhancement through sustainable strategies. Plants evolved intricate physiological (membrane integrity, organelle structural changes, osmotic adjustments, cell and tissue survival, reclamation, increased root-shoot ratio, antibiosis, hypersensitivity, etc.), biochemical (phytohormones synthesis, proline, protein levels, antioxidant enzymes accumulation, ion exclusion, generation of heat-shock proteins, synthesis of allelochemicals. etc.), and cellular (sensing of stress signals, signaling pathways, modulating expression of stress-responsive genes and proteins, etc.) mechanisms to combat stresses. Endophytes, colonizing in different plant tissues, synthesize novel bioactive compounds that medicinal plants can harness to mitigate environmental cues, thus making the agroecosystems self-sufficient toward green and sustainable approaches. Medicinal plants with a host set of metabolites and endophytes with another set of secondary metabolites interact in a highly complex manner involving adaptive mechanisms, including appropriate cellular responses triggered by stimuli received from the sensors situated on the cytoplasm and transmitting signals to the transcriptional machinery in the nucleus to withstand a stressful environment effectively. Signaling pathways serve as a crucial nexus for sensing stress and establishing plants' proper molecular and cellular responses. However, the underlying mechanisms and critical signaling pathways triggered by endophytic microbes are meager. This review comprehends the diversity of endophytes in medicinal plants and endophyte-mediated plant-microbe interactions for biotic and abiotic stress tolerance in medicinal plants by understanding complex adaptive physiological mechanisms and signaling cascades involving defined molecular and cellular responses. Leveraging this knowledge, researchers can design specific microbial formulations that optimize plant health, increase nutrient uptake, boost crop yields, and support a resilient, sustainable agricultural system.
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- Praveen Pandey
- Microbial Technology Department, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India
- Division of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resource Conservation, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India
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- Microbial Technology Department, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India
- Faculty of Education, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad, India
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- Division of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resource Conservation, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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- Division of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resource Conservation, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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- Division of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resource Conservation, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow, India
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