Abderrahim Aasfar
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View article: Grain yield loss and seed nutritional quality alteration in faba bean (Vicia faba L.) caused by the stem borer Lixus algirus L. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae)
Grain yield loss and seed nutritional quality alteration in faba bean (Vicia faba L.) caused by the stem borer Lixus algirus L. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) Open
Faba bean (Vicia faba L.) is one of the most important cool-season legume crops worldwide, particularly in the Mediterranean regions. It plays a crucial role in cereal-based crop rotations and serves as an accessible and cost-effective pro…
View article: Chemical Composition and Analgesic and Antidiabetic Activity of <i>Chenopodium ambrosioides</i> L
Chemical Composition and Analgesic and Antidiabetic Activity of <i>Chenopodium ambrosioides</i> L Open
This study focuses on identifying active compounds within Chenopodium ambrosioides extracts and fractions, with a specific emphasis on their potential analgesic and antidiabetic properties. The motivation arises from the reported therapeut…
View article: Advances in analytical techniques for assessing volatile organic compounds in pulse crops: a comprehensive review
Advances in analytical techniques for assessing volatile organic compounds in pulse crops: a comprehensive review Open
Pulse crops, including beans, peas, chickpeas, and lentils, are vital sources of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients worldwide. They serve not only as staple foods but also as key components of sustainable agricultural practices, contr…
View article: Unveiling resilience: coelomic fluid bacteria’s impact on plant metabolism and abiotic stress tolerance
Unveiling resilience: coelomic fluid bacteria’s impact on plant metabolism and abiotic stress tolerance Open
Earthworms’ coelomic fluid (CF) has been discovered to possess properties that promote plant development. In particular, the earthworm’s coelomic fluid-associated bacteria (CFB) are the primary factor influencing the plants’ response. To i…
View article: Agronomic advantage of bacterial biological nitrogen fixation on wheat plant growth under contrasting nitrogen and phosphorus regimes
Agronomic advantage of bacterial biological nitrogen fixation on wheat plant growth under contrasting nitrogen and phosphorus regimes Open
Introduction Given their remarkable capacity to convert atmospheric nitrogen into plant-accessible ammonia, nitrogen-fixing microbial species hold promise as a sustainable alternative to chemical nitrogen fertilizers, particularly in econo…
View article: Investigation of bacterial diversity using 16S rRNA sequencing and prediction of its functionalities in Moroccan phosphate mine ecosystem
Investigation of bacterial diversity using 16S rRNA sequencing and prediction of its functionalities in Moroccan phosphate mine ecosystem Open
Native plants in extreme environments may harbor some unique microbial communities with particular functions to sustain their growth and tolerance to harsh conditions. The aim of this study was to investigate the bacterial communities prof…
View article: Chemical Composition and Insecticidal Potential of Six Essential Oils from Morocco against Dactylopius opuntiae (Cockerell) under Field and Laboratory Conditions
Chemical Composition and Insecticidal Potential of Six Essential Oils from Morocco against Dactylopius opuntiae (Cockerell) under Field and Laboratory Conditions Open
The carmine cochineal Dactylopius opuntiae (Cockerell) is the major insect pest of the prickly-pear cactus Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) in Morocco. The present study investigated the insecticidal activities of six essential oils (EOs) against…
View article: Chromatograms obtained by GC-MS of the four essential oils (Mentha pulegium, Origanum vulgare, Rosmarinus officinalis, Myrtus communis).
Chromatograms obtained by GC-MS of the four essential oils (Mentha pulegium, Origanum vulgare, Rosmarinus officinalis, Myrtus communis). Open
The four selected bioactive EOs (Mentha pulegium, Origanum vulgare, Rosmarinus officinalis, Myrtus communis) was performed using gas chromatography (GC) (Agilent 7890A Series) coupled to mass spectrometry (MS) equipped with a multimode inj…
View article: Chromatograms obtained by GC-MS of the four essential oils (Mentha pulegium, Origanum vulgare, Rosmarinus officinalis, Myrtus communis).
Chromatograms obtained by GC-MS of the four essential oils (Mentha pulegium, Origanum vulgare, Rosmarinus officinalis, Myrtus communis). Open
The four selected bioactive EOs (Mentha pulegium, Origanum vulgare, Rosmarinus officinalis, Myrtus communis) was performed using gas chromatography (GC) (Agilent 7890A Series) coupled to mass spectrometry (MS) equipped with a multimode inj…
View article: Improving Growth, Yield, and Quality of Tomato Plants (Solanum lycopersicum L) by the Application of Moroccan Seaweed-Based Biostimulants under Greenhouse Conditions
Improving Growth, Yield, and Quality of Tomato Plants (Solanum lycopersicum L) by the Application of Moroccan Seaweed-Based Biostimulants under Greenhouse Conditions Open
Background: Seaweed-derived extracts have gained popularity in agriculture as bioproducts with phytostimulatory effects on plant growth and development. Methods: This study assessed the effect of polysaccharide-enriched extracts (PEEs) der…
View article: 16S Metagenomics investigation of Bacterial diversity and prediction of its functionalities in Moroccan phosphate mine ecosystem.
16S Metagenomics investigation of Bacterial diversity and prediction of its functionalities in Moroccan phosphate mine ecosystem. Open
Background Native plants in extreme environments may harbor some unique microbial communities with particular functions to sustain their growth and tolerance to harsh conditions. The aim of this study was to investigate the bacterial commu…
View article: Improving salinity tolerance in Salvia officinalis L. by foliar application of salicylic acid
Improving salinity tolerance in Salvia officinalis L. by foliar application of salicylic acid Open
Background Higher absorption and translocation of sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl) ions in plant tissue can lead to serious physiological and biochemical changes. However, salicylic acid (SA) is a natural signaling molecule responsible for th…
View article: Nitrogen Fixing Azotobacter Species as Potential Soil Biological Enhancers for Crop Nutrition and Yield Stability
Nitrogen Fixing Azotobacter Species as Potential Soil Biological Enhancers for Crop Nutrition and Yield Stability Open
Biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) refers to a microbial mediated process based upon an enzymatic “Nitrogenase” conversion of atmospheric nitrogen (N 2 ) into ammonium readily absorbable by roots. N 2 -fixing microorganisms collectively te…