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View article: Maintaining nitrogen balance under salt stress through enhanced nodule function and antioxidative defense in chickpea
Maintaining nitrogen balance under salt stress through enhanced nodule function and antioxidative defense in chickpea Open
View article: Multi-potent rhizobacteria enhance banana growth and reduce chemical fertilizer input
Multi-potent rhizobacteria enhance banana growth and reduce chemical fertilizer input Open
Introduction The present investigation isolated efficient potassium-solubilizing bacteria (KSB) from the banana rhizosphere and, along with nitrogen- and phosphorus-transforming strains from TNAU, evaluated their impact on banana growth, y…
View article: Correlation between Vitamin D Deficiency and Osteopenia in Women Residing in Karachi, Pakistan
Correlation between Vitamin D Deficiency and Osteopenia in Women Residing in Karachi, Pakistan Open
Osteopenia is one of the primary health concerns among Pakistani women. Objective: To assess the Correlation Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Osteopenia in Women in Karachi, Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 2…
View article: Targeting <i>Agrobacterium tumefaciens</i>: A Computational Study on Quorum Sensing Inhibition
Targeting <i>Agrobacterium tumefaciens</i>: A Computational Study on Quorum Sensing Inhibition Open
Crown gall disease, caused by Agrobacterium tumefaciens , results in significant loss in agricultural productivity losses due to induced tumor‐like growths on various crops. The virulence of A. tumefaciens is controlled by its quorum sensi…
View article: Evaluating the Phytohormone Proficiencies of Multifarious <i>Bacillus rugosus</i> for Growth Promotion in <i>Arachis hypogaea</i> (L.)
Evaluating the Phytohormone Proficiencies of Multifarious <i>Bacillus rugosus</i> for Growth Promotion in <i>Arachis hypogaea</i> (L.) Open
The application of Plant Growth‐Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) in agriculture is increasingly emphasized as a sustainable alternative to hazardous agrochemicals. This study aimed to isolate and characterize PGPR strains from the rhizospher…
View article: The Combination of α‐Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> NP and <i>Trichoderma</i> sp. Improves Antifungal Activity Against <i>Fusarium</i> Wilt
The Combination of α‐Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> NP and <i>Trichoderma</i> sp. Improves Antifungal Activity Against <i>Fusarium</i> Wilt Open
Soil‐borne plant pathogens are the most damaging pathogens responsible for severe crop damage. A conventional chemotherapy approach to these pathogens has numerous environmental issues, while biological control agents (BCAs) are less promi…
View article: Toxicity effect of Ricinus communis methanolic extracts against Bactrocera cucurbitae (Diptera: Tephritidae)
Toxicity effect of Ricinus communis methanolic extracts against Bactrocera cucurbitae (Diptera: Tephritidae) Open
Bactrocera cucurbitae, commonly known as the melon fruit fly, stands as a formidable threat to global agriculture, particularly in the cultivation of cucurbitaceous crops. The adaptability, high reproductive capacity, and broad host range …
View article: Biofilmed-PGPR: Next-Generation Bioinoculant for Plant Growth Promotion in Rice under Changing Climate
Biofilmed-PGPR: Next-Generation Bioinoculant for Plant Growth Promotion in Rice under Changing Climate Open
The exopolysaccharide matrix of diazotrophic cyanobacteria was used to integrate phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) solubilizing bacteria, enhancing the survival of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, and ultimately the survival of bacteri…
View article: Deciphering the Biocontrol Potential of <i>Trichoderma asperellum</i> (Tv1) Against <i>Fusarium</i>‐Nematode Wilt Complex in Tomato
Deciphering the Biocontrol Potential of <i>Trichoderma asperellum</i> (Tv1) Against <i>Fusarium</i>‐Nematode Wilt Complex in Tomato Open
The study assessed Trichoderma spp. as a biocontrol agent for managing wilt‐nematode complex in tomato crops, aiming to mitigate yield losses. Fusarium sp. and Meloidogyne sp. were isolated from infected plant samples and confirmed molecul…
View article: Genome-wide and expression analysis to understand the DUF789 gene family during development of Arabidopsis thaliana
Genome-wide and expression analysis to understand the DUF789 gene family during development of Arabidopsis thaliana Open
Proteins with domains of unknown function (DUF) play an essential role in the growth of plants. However, we conducted a study on the genome-wide identification of DUF789 genes and the functional evolution of different members of the DUF789…
View article: Molecular characterization of plant growth-promoting Trichoderma from Saudi Arabia
Molecular characterization of plant growth-promoting Trichoderma from Saudi Arabia Open
View article: Rhizosphere Engineering of Biocontrol Agents Enriches Soil Microbial Diversity and Effectively Controls Root-Knot Nematodes
Rhizosphere Engineering of Biocontrol Agents Enriches Soil Microbial Diversity and Effectively Controls Root-Knot Nematodes Open
The root-knot nematode (RKN) causes significant yield loss in tomatoes. Understanding the interaction of biocontrol agents (BCAs)-nematicides-soil microbiomes and RKNs is essential for enhancing the efficacy of biocontrol agents and nemati…
View article: In silico analysis of LPMO inhibition by ethylene precursor ACCA to combat potato late blight
In silico analysis of LPMO inhibition by ethylene precursor ACCA to combat potato late blight Open
Potato late blight (PLB), caused by the pathogen Phytophthora infestans, severely threatens potato production worldwide. This study investigates the potential of the ethylene precursor 1-amino-cyclopropane-1-carboxylic acid (ACCA) to inhib…
View article: Insights into <i>Citrus limon</i> (L.) Osbeck peel essential oil from NE India: A study of its pharmacological properties and chemical composition
Insights into <i>Citrus limon</i> (L.) Osbeck peel essential oil from NE India: A study of its pharmacological properties and chemical composition Open
Citrus limon (L.) Osbeck is considered as one of the most significant horticultural as well as essential oil crop. However, the significance of the fruit peels left after the utilization of the sour fruit find limited importance and…
View article: Appraisal of chemical composition and biological activities of thyme essential oil: an insight to <i>in-silico</i> molecular docking studies
Appraisal of chemical composition and biological activities of thyme essential oil: an insight to <i>in-silico</i> molecular docking studies Open
The current study aims to ascertain the chemical composition and biological activities of thyme leaves essential oil (TEO), with an emphasis on its in silico molecular docking studies targeting the antibacterial properties of its co…
View article: Determination of lethal and mutation induction doses of gamma rays for gladiolus (Gladiolus grandifloras Hort.) genotypes
Determination of lethal and mutation induction doses of gamma rays for gladiolus (Gladiolus grandifloras Hort.) genotypes Open
View article: Harnessing Plant Growth–Promoting and Wilt‐Controlling Biopotential of a Consortium of Actinomycetes and Mycorrhizae in Pigeon Pea
Harnessing Plant Growth–Promoting and Wilt‐Controlling Biopotential of a Consortium of Actinomycetes and Mycorrhizae in Pigeon Pea Open
Fusarium‐induced wilt significantly affects the cultivation and yield of pigeon peas. This warrants sustainable disease management while promoting plant growth. The present study investigated the biopotential of coinoculation of Streptomyc…
View article: Optimization of Fermentation Conditions of <i>Cordyceps militaris</i> and In Silico Analysis of Antifungal Property of Cordycepin Against Plant Pathogens
Optimization of Fermentation Conditions of <i>Cordyceps militaris</i> and In Silico Analysis of Antifungal Property of Cordycepin Against Plant Pathogens Open
Cordyceps militaris , a medicinal fungus, has gained considerable attention owing to its potential health benefits, notably the production of bioactive compounds such as cordycepin. Cordycepin possesses significant antifungal, antibacteria…
View article: Relative multi-beneficial effect of MOs on plant health of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L. var. PG-186)
Relative multi-beneficial effect of MOs on plant health of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L. var. PG-186) Open
The phosphate solubilizing properties of Lysinibacillus macroides ST-30, Pseudomonas pelleroniana N-26, and Bacillus cereus ST-6 were tested for the chickpea crop of the Tarai region of Uttarakhand. These microbially inoculated plants have…
View article: Structural analysis of green synthesized Fe doped TiO2 nanocomposites and their application to wastewater remediation
Structural analysis of green synthesized Fe doped TiO2 nanocomposites and their application to wastewater remediation Open
Pure and Fe-doped TiO2 nanoparticles were synthesized through green synthesis route for wastewater remediation application. Pure and Fe-doped TiO2 nanoparticles were further characterised through various techniques like XRD, SEM, and EDS. …
View article: Manganese(II) and Zinc(II) metal complexes of novel bidentate formamide-based Schiff base ligand: synthesis, structural characterization, antioxidant, antibacterial, and in-silico molecular docking study
Manganese(II) and Zinc(II) metal complexes of novel bidentate formamide-based Schiff base ligand: synthesis, structural characterization, antioxidant, antibacterial, and in-silico molecular docking study Open
A new bidentate Schiff base ligand (C 16 H 16 Cl 2 N 4 ), condensation product of ethylene diamine and 4-chloro N-phenyl formamide, and its metal complexes [M(C 16 H 16 Cl 2 N 4 ) 2 (OAc) 2 ] (where M = Mn(II) and Zn(II)) were synthesized …
View article: Evaluation of destruction of bacterial membrane structure associated with anti-quorum sensing and ant-diabetic activity of Cyperus esculentus extract
Evaluation of destruction of bacterial membrane structure associated with anti-quorum sensing and ant-diabetic activity of Cyperus esculentus extract Open
Recently, there has been an increasing demand for medicinal plants to control diseases for good health and well-being, as primary health facilities are inadequate in certain populations to cure infections. Since synthetic medicines are tox…
View article: Pharmacophylogeny of genus Allium L
Pharmacophylogeny of genus Allium L Open
The genus Allium is well known for its ethnomedicinal significances. It comprises over 1,100 species with diverse therapeutic potentials. This study explores the pharmacophylogeny of Allium, integrating traditional knowledge with modern sc…
View article: Molecular Characterization Reveals Biodiversity and Biopotential of Rhizobacterial Isolates of Bacillus Spp
Molecular Characterization Reveals Biodiversity and Biopotential of Rhizobacterial Isolates of Bacillus Spp Open
View article: Biopotential of rhizobacteria to improve growth and phytochemical content in Javanese ginseng (Talinum paniculatum) herbal plant
Biopotential of rhizobacteria to improve growth and phytochemical content in Javanese ginseng (Talinum paniculatum) herbal plant Open
Introduction Developing organic herbal crops provides chemical-free herbs to support environmentally friendly and sustainable farming. One way in agricultural biotechnology to grow herbal organic crops is to use rhizobacteria. The herbal p…
View article: Mitigation of arsenic toxicity in rice grain through soil-water-plant continuum
Mitigation of arsenic toxicity in rice grain through soil-water-plant continuum Open
Increased levels of the non-essential hazardous metalloid arsenic (As) in rice grains pose a threat to human health and the sustainability of the rice industry. In several counties, the average As contamination in polished rice has been de…
View article: Evaluation of suitability and biodegradability of the organophosphate insecticides to mitigate insecticide pollution in onion farming
Evaluation of suitability and biodegradability of the organophosphate insecticides to mitigate insecticide pollution in onion farming Open
View article: Investigating chemical pre-treatment methods: Valorization of wheat straw to enhance polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production with novel isolate Bacillus paranthracis RSKS-3
Investigating chemical pre-treatment methods: Valorization of wheat straw to enhance polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production with novel isolate Bacillus paranthracis RSKS-3 Open
Wheat is a crucial food crop worldwide, generating straw upon post-harvest. The straw is often burned to enhance soil fertility, leading to massive air pollution. In this study, wheat straw was investigated for the production of Polyhydrox…
View article: Osmolyte-producing microbial biostimulants regulate the growth of Arachis hypogaea L. under drought stress
Osmolyte-producing microbial biostimulants regulate the growth of Arachis hypogaea L. under drought stress Open
Globally, drought stress poses a significant threat to crop productivity. Improving the drought tolerance of crops with microbial biostimulants is a sustainable strategy to meet a growing population’s demands. This research aimed to elucid…
View article: Exploring the pharmacological significance of <i>Murraya koenigii</i> (L.) Spreng: Insights from North-East India
Exploring the pharmacological significance of <i>Murraya koenigii</i> (L.) Spreng: Insights from North-East India Open
Murraya koenigii (L.) Spreng., is a renowned medicinal and aromatic plant having antimicrobial and broad biological activities. In the present study, the essential oil chemical profile of the leaf and floral part were analysed using…