Chitosan-Copper Nanocomposites Exterminate Cd Toxicity in L. through Improving Photosynthetic Attributes, Antioxidant Defense, and Reduced Cd Uptake.

Plants can readily absorb Cd and distribute it to various parts of the body. In this study, various agronomic, physiological, and biochemical features of L. were analyzed under Cd stress along with the potential of chitosan-copper (CTS-Cu) nanocomposites in the mitigation of Cd stress.

Metallic oxide nanoparticles enhance lead stress tolerance in Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum L.) by improving morpho-physio-biochemical traits.

Nanotechnology represents an innovative approach to ameliorating abiotic stress in pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum L.) with the application of Copper oxide (CuO - NPs) Titanium dioxide (TiO₂-NPs) and Silicon dioxide (SiO₂-NPs) gaining notable popularity recently. Therefore, we have utilized CuO, TiO₂, and SiO₂ nanoparticles at a concentration of 100 mg L⁻¹ as alleviating agents on P.

Phytohormonal modulation alleviates arsenic toxicity in rice by enhancing antioxidant defenses, proline metabolism, and arsenic detoxification mechanisms.

Utilizing phytohormones-brassinosteroids (BRs), jasmonic acid (JA), and strigolactones (SLs) presents a novel approach to overcome toxicity of arsenic (As) in agricultural settings. The present study investigates the role of three phytohormones BRs, JA, and SLs in ameliorating As-induced stressed in Oryza sativa L. (rice) seedlings.

Aridity-induced structural and functional adaptations in Solanum surattense across dryland ecosystems.

Aridity is a key environmental filter that governs plant community structure by constraining species diversity, distribution, and adaptive capacity, particularly within arid and semi-arid ecosystems. Solanum surattense, a drought-resilient perennial herb, has evolved distinct morphological, anatomical, and physiological adaptations that facilitate its survival under prolonged water stress. Nevertheless, increasing anthropogenic pressure due to its high medicinal and economic value has resulted in overexploitation, leading to significant population declines and habitat fragmentation, thereby threatening its ecological sustainability and long-term persistence.

Restoring wheat productivity and nutrient balance under cadmium stress through reducing toxicity, metal uptake, and oxidative damage using selenium nanoparticles.

Cadmium (Cd) contamination in soil poses a significant environmental threat, reducing crop yields and compromising food safety. This study investigates the potential of selenium nanoparticles (Se-NPs) synthesized using wheat extract to mitigate Cd toxicity, reduce Cd uptake and mobility, and recover grain nutrient composition in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.).

Mitigating cadmium stress in rice (Oryza sativa L.) using succinic and oxalic acids with focus on cellular integrity and antioxidant responses.

Soil contamination with toxic heavy metals [such as cadmium (Cd)] is becoming a serious global problem due to the rapid development of the social economy. Organic chelating agents such as succinic acid (SA) and oxalic acid (OA) are more efficient, environmentally friendly, and biodegradable compared to inorganic chelating agents and they enhance the solubility, absorption, and stability of metals. To investigate this, we conducted a pot experiment to assess the impact of SA (0.

Exploring the potential of plant astrobiology: adapting flora for extra-terrestrial habitats: a review.

In recent years, the realm of astrobiology has expanded beyond the search for microbial life to encompass the intriguing possibility of plant life beyond our planet. Plant astrobiology delves into the adaptations and mechanisms that might allow Earth's flora to flourish in the harsh conditions of outer space and other celestial bodies. This review aims to shed light on the captivating field of plant astrobiology, its implications, and the challenges and opportunities it presents.

Seasonal variations in soil characteristics control microbial respiration and carbon use under tree plantations in the middle gangetic region.

Seasonal variations directly impact the biochemical and microbial properties of the soil, influence carbon and nutrient cycling within the soil system. Soils under tree plantation (TP) are rich in organic matter and microbial population, making them more susceptible to seasonal variation. We studied the effect of seasonal variations in soil chemical properties (pH, electrical conductivity (EC), total organic carbon (TOC), total nitrogen (TN), C/N ratio etc) and microclimate (moisture and temperature) on microbial respiration (SR), biomass, and carbon (C) utilization efficiency under 13 years old Kadamb ( Miq.

Impact of the tripartite interaction between rice, sheath blight and diverse crop-associated endophytes on phenotypic and biochemical responses in rice.

Endophytes stimulate plant growth and inhibit phytopathogens. Most of the known endophytes are host-specific and only a few strains are effective for practical field use. Thus, this study focuses on the evaluation of endophytes .

Transgenerational Seed Exposure to Elevated CO Involves Stress Memory Regulation at Metabolic Levels to Confer Drought Resistance in Wheat.

Drought is the worst environmental stress constraint that inflicts heavy losses to global food production, such as wheat. The metabolic responses of seeds produced overtransgenerational exposure to [CO] to recover drought's effects on wheat are still unexplored. Seeds were produced constantly for four generations (F1 to F4) under ambient CO ([CO], 400 μmol L) and elevated CO ([CO], 800 μmol L) concentrations, and then further regrown under natural CO conditions to investigate their effects on the stress memory metabolic processes liable for increasing drought resistance in the next generation (F5).

Ethnopharmacological uses of fauna among the people of central Punjab, Pakistan.

Introduction: The utilization of fauna and fauna-based byproducts in ethnomedicinal usages has been a longstanding human activity, practiced across various cultures worldwide. This study focuses on investigating the utilization of animal-based traditional medicine by the people of Pakistan, specifically in the Gujranwala area.

Methods: Data collection took place from January to September 2019 through interviews with local communities.

Magnesium nanoparticles extirpate salt stress in carrots (Daucus carota L.) through metabolomics regulations.

Underground vegetables are sensitive and vulnerable to salt stress. The vegetables are the main source of vitamins, nutrients and minerals in human diet. Also contain healthy carbohydrates, antioxidant and resistant starch which are beneficial for human health.

Rice residue management alternatives in rice-wheat cropping system: impact on wheat productivity, soil organic carbon, water and microbial dynamics.

In the Indo-Gangetic Plains (IGP), rice-wheat cropping system (RWCS) predominates, producing large quantity of crop residue and its management is major concern. Farmers usually burn the residue to clear the field for succeding crop, and burning damages soil microbes, resulted in loss of soil organic matter. Hence, current study was conducted to assess the impact of different Happy seeder based residue management options on changes in microbial dynamics, enzyme activities and soil organic matter content and also to know that alternative method for attaining sustainable wheat productivity in sandy loam soils of Haryana, India.

The functional repertoire of in the β-lactamase high expression and decreasing β-lactam and aminoglycosides resistance in ESBL .

is characterized by β-lactamases that develop resistance to β-lactam antibiotics. The production of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) is substantially high in , , and , but infrequently explored in . The present investigation characterized the ESBL and delineated the genes involved in decrease in antibiotics resistance.

Synergistic Influence of Yeast Extract and Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles on the Synthesis of Bioactive Antioxidants and Metabolites in In Vitro Callus Cultures.

The challenges in the production of metabolites of medicinal potential from wild plants include low yields, slow growth rates, seasonal variations, genetic variability and regulatory as well as ethical constraints. Overcoming these challenges is of paramount significance and interdisciplinary approaches and innovative strategies are prevalently applied to optimize phytoconstituents' production, enhance yield, biomass, ensure sustainable consistency and scalability. In this study, we investigated the effects of elicitation with yeast extract and calcium oxide nanoparticles (CaONPs) on in vitro cultures of (Roxb.

Biofabrication of FeO Nanoparticles from and and Their Antibacterial Applications.

Iron oxide nanoparticles (NPs) have attracted substantial interest due to their superparamagnetic features, biocompatibility, and nontoxicity. The latest progress in the biological production of FeO NPs by green methods has improved their quality and biological applications significantly. In this study, the fabrication of iron oxide NPs from and was conducted via an easy, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective process.

Keeping Healthy in Your Skin-Plants and Fungi Used by Indigenous Himalayan Communities to Treat Dermatological Ailments.

Dermatological ailments are a major health problem, especially when related to human immune deficiency syndrome and acquired immune deficiency. The goal of this study was to identify the medicinal plants used by the indigenous peoples of the Northwestern Himalayas to treat dermatological diseases. Several field trips were conducted in the spring and summer seasons of 2020-2021 to collect the plants of dermatological value and information about their use through open-ended semi-structured interviews ( = 53) and group discussions ( = 33).

Biosynthesis and Characterization of Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles from Fruit Extracts; Their Biocompatibility and Bioactivities.

Modern nanotechnology encompasses every field of life. Nowadays, phytochemically fabricated nanoparticles are being widely studied for their bioactivities and biosafety. The present research studied the synthesis, characterization, stability, biocompatibility, and in vitro bioactivities of calcium oxide nanoparticles (CaONPs).

Phenology and Diversity of Weeds in the Agriculture and Horticulture Cropping Systems of Indian Western Himalayas: Understanding Implications for Agro-Ecosystems.

Weeds are a major threat to agriculture and horticulture cropping systems that reduce yield. Weeds have a better ability to compete for resources compared to the main crops of various agro-ecosystems and act as a major impediment in reducing overall yield. They often act as energy drains in the managed agroecosystems.

Traditional Wild Food Plants Gathered by Ethnic Groups Living in Semi-Arid Region of Punjab, Pakistan.

Wild edible food plants (WFPs) are valuable resources in the traditional food systems of many local cultures worldwide, particularly in underdeveloped regions. Understanding patterns of food preferences requires conducting cross-cultural food studies among various ethnic groups in a specific area. In this context, the current study aimed to record WFP use among five ethnic groups in Punjab, Pakistan, by interviewing 175 informants selected through snowball sampling.