Article
Agronomy
Amir Abdullah Khan, Tongtong Wang, Tayyaba Hussain, Fayaz Ali, Fuchen Shi, Arafat Abdel Hamed Abdel Latef, Omar M. Ali, Kashif Hayat, Shehzad Mehmood, Nida Zainab, Muhammad Atif Muneer, Muhammad Farooq Hussain Munis, Mona H. Soliman, Hassan Javed Chaudhary
Summary: Salt-tolerant plant-growth-promoting Kocuria rhizophila inoculation in pea plants under saline conditions improves plant tolerance, morphological parameters, and reduces Na+ uptake. Pea variety 9800-10 demonstrates greater tolerance compared to peas2009.
Article
Plant Sciences
Urooj Haroon, Maria Khizar, Fiza Liaquat, Musrat Ali, Mahnoor Akbar, Kinza Tahir, Syeda Saira Batool, Asif Kamal, Hassan Javed Chaudhary, Muhammad Farooq Hussain Munis
Summary: This study evaluated the growth-promoting characteristics of three bacterial strains in wheat plants under salinity stress. The results showed that these rhizobacteria positively influenced the physiology, biochemistry, and antioxidant enzymatic activities of the plants, mitigating the adverse effects of salinity stress. Additionally, inoculation of these bacteria increased the expression of stress tolerance genes and can potentially improve the plant's ability to tolerate salinity stress.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Muhammad Aaqil Khan, Atlaw Anbelu Sahile, Rahmatullah Jan, Sajjad Asaf, Muhammad Hamayun, Muhammad Imran, Arjun Adhikari, Sang-Mo Kang, Kyung-Min Kim, In-Jung Lee
Summary: In this study, rhizobacteria with plant growth-promoting traits were isolated, among which ALT29 and ALT43 showed the highest tolerance to salinity stress. Inoculation with these bacteria significantly improved soybean growth under salt stress, enhancing plant growth parameters and reducing stress-related physiological indicators.
Article
Microbiology
Fiqriah Hanum Khumairah, Mieke Rochimi Setiawati, Betty Natalie Fitriatin, Tualar Simarmata, Saleh Alfaraj, Mohammad Javed Ansari, Hesham A. El Enshasy, R. Z. Sayyed, Solmaz Najafi
Summary: This research aimed to isolate halotolerant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria and use them as bioinoculants to improve rice growth under salinity stress conditions. The results showed that isolates S-3, S-5, and S-6 significantly increased shoot height, root length, and plant dry weight compared to the control group. Isolates S-3 and S-5 were identified as Pseudomonas stutzeri and Klebsiella pneumoniae, and they exhibited promoting effects on rice growth under salinity stress conditions.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Muhammad Usama Marghoob, Aniqa Nawaz, Muhammad Ahmad, Muhammad Qandeel Waheed, Muhammad Hassaan Khan, Muhammad Imtiaz, Ejaz ul Islam, Asma Imran, Fathia Mubeen
Summary: This study investigated the potential of indigenous microbial flora in salt-affected agroecological zones of Pakistan to enhance wheat production in saline areas. Bacterial strains with multiple characteristics were selected to develop a halotolerant bacterial consortium, which showed significant improvement in plant growth parameters. Fungal strains were also used separately and showed positive correlation with agronomical parameters. Field trials indicated the efficiency of these microbes in enhancing wheat growth. Promising results indicate the possibility of developing saline-specific biofertilizers and sustainable agriculture practices.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chintan Kapadia, R. Z. Sayyed, Hesham Ali El Enshasy, Harihar Vaidya, Deepshika Sharma, Nafisa Patel, Roslinda Abd Malek, Asad Syed, Abdallah M. Elgorban, Khurshid Ahmad, Ali Tan Kee Zuan
Summary: The addition of microbial consortia had a significant impact on the growth of tomato plants under saline soil, alleviating the deleterious effects of salinity stress. The microbes promoted the growth by increasing secondary root growth and enhancing mineral uptake, resulting in higher biomass.
Article
Agronomy
Rafaela Mendonca Nozari, Luisa Machado Ramos, Laura Alcantara da Luz, Rafael Nolibos Almeida, Aline Machado Lucas, Eduardo Cassel, Silvia Dias de Oliveira, Leandro Vieira Astarita, Eliane Romanato Santar
Summary: Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) can alleviate the detrimental effects of salinity in plants. In this study, we characterized Streptomyces spp. as halotolerant PGPR and evaluated their influence on salt stress-tolerance mechanisms in maize plants. The results showed that Streptomyces isolates had good tolerance to salt and could enhance the antioxidant system activity and osmolyte synthesis in plants. The response to salinity was observed in both roots and leaves, indicating a mechanism of systemic tolerance.
Article
Plant Sciences
Ali Shakouri Ganjavi, Mehdi Oraei, Gholamreza Gohari, Ali Akbari, Ali Faramarzi
Summary: The research showed that GO-GB NPs could significantly alleviate the negative impacts of salinity, especially at a concentration of 50 mg L-1. However, high doses of GO may have toxic effects on plants, leading to reduced performance in measured parameters.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Anmol Gupta, Smita Rai, Ambreen Bano, Swati Sharma, Manoj Kumar, Reem Binsuwaidan, Mohammad Suhail Khan, Tarun Kumar Upadhyay, Nawaf Alshammari, Mohd Saeed, Neelam Pathak
Summary: This study found that two bacterial isolates, GKP KS2_7 (Pseudomonas aeruginosa) and MBD 133 (Bacillus subtilis), have ACC deaminase activity, which can inhibit the overproduction of ethylene and mitigate the negative effects of salinity stress on Pisum sativum through promoting various plant growth-promoting traits.
Article
Plant Sciences
Rabaa Hidri, Ouissal Mahmoud, Walid Zorrig, Rozario Azcon, Chedly Abdelly, Ahmed Debez
Summary: This study demonstrates that Glutamicibacter sp. strain producing large amounts of EPS can enhance the salt tolerance of Phragmites australis, improve plant growth parameters, and mitigate the adverse effects of salt stress. Additionally, inoculation with Glutamicibacter sp. strain increases shoot polyphenol content, decreases MDA and free proline contents, and enhances tissue Ca+ and K+ content while reducing shoot Na+ and root Cl- accumulation.
Article
Plant Sciences
Rabaa Hidri, Ouissal Metoui-Ben Mahmoud, Walid Zorrig, Rozario Azcon, Chedly Abdelly, Ahmed Debez
Summary: This study evaluated the tolerance of common reed to salt stress by inoculating it with Glutamicibacter sp. strain that produces large amounts of EPS. The results showed that the inoculation mitigated the adverse effects of salt stress on plant growth parameters, increased the accumulation of beneficial substances, and decreased the accumulation of harmful substances in shoots and roots, highlighting the potential of EPS-producing bacteria as a microbial inoculant to alleviate the deleterious effects of salinity on plants.
Article
Biology
Aiman Slimani, Anas Raklami, Bouchra Benmrid, Khalid Oufdou, Abdelilah Meddich
Summary: This study investigated the role of four plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) in improving barley's tolerance to salinity. The results showed that these bacterial consortia attenuated the negative effects of salinity on barley plants and improved their growth parameters. Among the consortia, C3 had the most significant effect, significantly increasing shoot dry weight, chlorophyll content, sugar content, and antioxidant enzyme activities. The findings suggest that PGPR inoculation can enhance barley's salinity tolerance by improving its physiological and biochemical responses.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Shabaan, Hafiz Naeem Asghar, Muhammad Javed Akhtar, Muhammad Farrukh Saleem
Summary: Salinity stress is a critical factor affecting agricultural productivity, but salt tolerant rhizobacteria can alleviate its negative effects and improve plant growth. Among the isolates tested, strain SUA-14 showed the most significant enhancement in growth and physiological attributes for maize under salinity stress.
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Muhammad Atif Azeem, Fahim Hussain Shah, Abid Ullah, Kishwar Ali, David Aaron Jones, Muhammad Ezaz Hasan Khan, Azad Ashraf
Summary: The study assessed the ability of Bacillus safensis PM22 to promote plant growth and enhance salt tolerance. PM22 produced various beneficial substances under saline conditions and significantly reduced the severity of salt stress. Maize plants inoculated with PM22 showed improved growth and salt tolerance under different salt concentrations.
Article
Fisheries
Ting Zhang, Jingting Yao, Dongpo Xu, Guohua Lv, Haibo Wen
Summary: This study investigated the osmolality and osmoregulatory mechanisms of Solenaia oleivora under high salinity stress. The results showed that S. oleivora is an osmoconformer, and changes in inorganic ions, FAA, NKA, and gill structure play an important role in its osmoregulation.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Nouf M. Al-Enazi, Khawla Alsamhary, Mansour Kha, Fuad Ameen
Summary: The synthesis of pure and Ag and Ce dual-doped ZnO NPs was achieved through a green and facile method, and their cytotoxicity in breast cancer cells and normal cells was studied. The nanoparticles exhibited a hexagonal structure, spherical shape, and smooth surfaces, with Ag and Ce evenly distributed in ZnO. Cytotoxicity experiments showed that the dual-doped NPs had a significantly greater impact on breast cancer cells compared to pure NPs, while both types had no effect on normal cells. Additionally, the antimicrobial activity against harmful bacteria was investigated.
BIOPROCESS AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Dalal Nasser Binjawhar, Salam S. S. Alsharari, Aisha Albalawi, Maryam Jawad Abdulhasan, Mehr Khat, Fuad Ameen
Summary: In this study, a sustainable green synthesis method was used to synthesize cuprous oxide nanoparticles (NPs) using Olea europaea extract. The synthesized cuprous oxide NPs were characterized using various techniques and were found to have an average crystallite size of about 30 nm. The TEM analysis showed that the NPs were spherical in shape. Furthermore, the cuprous oxide NPs exhibited greater antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella pneumoniae compared to the Olea europaea aqueous extract.
MICRO & NANO LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fuad Ameen, Aysenur Aygun, Abdullah Seyrankaya, Rima Nour Elhouda Tiri, Fulya Gulbagca, Idris Kaynak, Najwa Majrashi, Raha Orfali, Elena Niculina Dragoi, Fatih Sen
Summary: Various impurities in water pose a threat to human health. This study focuses on the use of Fe3O4@MnO2 nanocomposite to remove organic contaminants like rhodamine B (RhB) and Escherichia coli (E. coli) from water. The nanocomposite exhibits strong photocatalytic activity against pollutants, with a 90% destruction rate of E. coli and a 75% degradation rate of RhB. Additionally, the nanocomposite shows promising catalytic efficiency in hydrogen production.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Inji Park, Afreen Jailani, Jin-Hyung Lee, Bilal Ahmed, Jintae Lee
Summary: Biofilms are responsible for persistent or recurring microbial infections. Polymicrobial biofilms are prevalent in environmental and medical niches. Dual-species biofilms formed by UPEC and S. aureus are commonly found in urinary tract infection sites. ATO nanoparticles showed strong antimicrobial and antibiofilm properties against single- and dual-species biofilms formed by UPEC and S. aureus, making them potential candidates for controlling these infections.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Zilwa Mumtaz, Zubia Rashid, Ashaq Ali, Afsheen Arif, Fuad Ameen, Mona S. AlTami, Muhammad Zubair Yousaf
Summary: Conventional diagnostic techniques require separate platforms for sample collection, sensing, and signaling, which can be integrated into point of care (POC) testing devices. Microfluidic systems made of polymers or glass offer specific and sensitive detection of diseases and have advantages such as low cost, good biological affinity, strong capillary action, and simple fabrication process. Challenges in nucleic acid detection, such as cellular lysis, isolation, and amplification, have been addressed by advances in on-chip sample preparation and detection through modular microfluidics. This review highlights the importance of microfluidic technology in nucleic acid detection of infectious and non-infectious diseases.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Osama Abdel-Hafeez Mohamed Al-Bedak, Ahmed Mohamed Moharram, Nemmat Abdel-Gawad Hussein, Doaa Mohamed Taha, Steven L. Stephenson, Fuad Ameen
Summary: A distinctive isolate from diverse fruit juices was identified as Didymella keratinophila and showed a 100% identity to the type strain. It produced high keratinase and collagenase activities by fermenting native chicken feathers under certain conditions. This research provides a reliable way to utilize and manage chicken feathers for obtaining valuable collagenase and keratinase enzymes.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mohamad Zulfadhli Ahmad Sobri, Alya Redhwan, Fuad Ameen, Jun Wei Lim, Chin Seng Liew, Guo Ren Mong, Hanita Daud, Rajalingam Sokkalingam, Chii-Dong Ho, Anwar Usman, D. H. Nagaraju, Pasupuleti Visweswara Rao
Summary: Biohydrogen production from microalgae is being intensively researched as a potential alternative energy source. Traditional modelling and optimization methods are inaccurate and costly, so machine learning algorithms have been employed to predict nonlinear interactions and handle multivariate data. This review focuses on the recent applications of machine learning techniques, such as random forests, artificial neural networks, support vector machines, and regression algorithms, in microalgal biohydrogen production. Despite the limitations of complex and nonlinear data sets, these techniques have shown great performance, although overfitting remains a challenge.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Uzma Shabir, Jehangir Shafi Dar, Aashaq Hussain Bhat, Ruqeya Nazir, Fuad Ameen
Summary: Fungal infections in aquaculture are a major threat, resulting in significant economic losses and ecological disruptions. This study analyzed 150 carp samples to identify fungal pathogens responsible for infections and assessed fungal diversity and prevalence in infected fish.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Manogaran Lakshmikandan, A. G. Murugesan, Fuad Ameen, Cherdsak Maneeruttanarungroj, Shuang Wang
Summary: The co-cultivation of green algae Asterococcus limneticus WL2 and phytohormone producing Streptomyces rosealbus MTTC 12951 was conducted to study the production of indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) and its precursors. The co-cultivation exhibited increased hormonal activity due to symbiotic interaction between Streptomyces and microalgae. Compared to monocultivation, co-cultivation resulted in 52% and 83% higher production of tryptophan and IAA in the extracellular space, respectively. The co-cultivation strategy also led to increased biomass and lipid productivity of microalgae.
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Turki Dawoud, Fuad Ameen
Summary: This study experimentally confirmed the potential of Pimpinella anisum extracts in eradicating oral pathogens and identified their antibacterial and antifungal activities. The findings are important for further exploration of the biological activity of P. anisum and the development of novel drugs for treating oral diseases.
BIOMEDICAL CHROMATOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Karnan Singaravelu Dharshini, T. Yokesh, Mariappan Mariappan, Fuad Ameen, M. Amirul Islam, Anbazhagan Veerappan
Summary: In this study, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized using eco-friendly methods and their potential for detecting Hg2+ ions in environmental samples was investigated. The aqueous extract of Hemidesmus indicus root rapidly converted silver ions into AgNPs under sunlight. The synthesized AgNPs were found to detect Hg2+ ions and could be immobilized onto paper to create a portable device for sensing mercury in water.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fuad Ameen, Reza Mostafazadeh, Yasamin Hamidian, Nevin Erk, Afsaneh L. Sanati, Ceren Karaman, Ali Ayati
Summary: This study aimed to optimize the removal process of Azithromycin (Azi) from the aquatic environment using CoFe2O4/NiO nanoparticles anchored onto microalgae-derived nitrogen-doped porous activated carbon (N-PAC), and develop a colorimetric method for swift Azi monitoring in pharmaceutical products. The adsorption studies showed that 98.5% of Azi in aqueous media could be removed by CoFe2O4/NiO@N-PAC, which followed second-order reaction kinetics with a maximum adsorption capacity of 2000 mg/g. Thermodynamic modeling indicated the spontaneous and exothermic nature of the adsorption process. The colorimetric Azi detection using Coomassie Brilliant Blue G-250 (CBBG-250) reagent exhibited good selectivity and a detection limit of 0.94 μM.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Fuad Ameen, Najwa Majrashi
Summary: This review assesses the recent advancements in utilizing cobalt ferrite nanoparticles (CoFe2O4 NPs) as an antimicrobial agent. It explores the synthesis methods, characterization techniques, and applications of CoFe2O4 NPs in antimicrobial contexts, as well as the underlying mechanisms, challenges, and future prospects. The key findings highlight the significant potential of CoFe2O4 NPs as an efficient and promising antimicrobial agent, but further research is needed to address concerns regarding toxicity and biocompatibility. This review contributes to the understanding and potential utilization of CoFe2O4 NPs as a viable approach to combat microbial infections.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shaymaa Arif Shukur, Fikrat M. Hassan, Saad Sabah Fakhry, Fuad Ameen, Steven L. Stephenson
Summary: This study investigated the presence and characteristics of microplastics (MPs) in the Tigris River. The study found that the concentration of MPs was high in both the water and sediment, with fibers and fragments being the main morphology. The MPs were mainly composed of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), and the colors were mostly transparent and white. Ecological risk assessment indicated a moderate to high risk level. These findings highlight the need for action to mitigate microplastic pollution in the Tigris River.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Editorial Material
Plant Sciences
S. Kumar, L. S. Rajput, V. Nataraj, M. Shivakumar, H. S. Maheshwari, R. Nargund, G. Kumawat, S. Jaiswal, J. K. Singh, A. K. Kesharwani, M. K. Yadav
Article
Soil Science
He Zhang, Aurore Degre, Caroline De Clerck, Shuangshuang Li, Jinshan Lian, Yuanyuan Peng, Tao Sun, Lindan Luo, Yanan Yue, Guihua Li, Jianfeng Zhang
Summary: The continuous expansion of sandy soil poses a threat to crop security. The use of chitin-rich organic material and attapulgite as soil amendments can improve degraded soil by increasing nutrient content and enzyme activity and altering bacterial community structure. This study provides insights into the link between soil properties, bacterial community structure, and microbial carbon metabolism function.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Xian Zhou, Yi Jiang, Ganghua Leng, Wanting Ling, Jian Wang
Summary: Bound Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) residues have significant impacts on soil pollution remediation. The addition of exogenous functional microbial consortium and glomalin-related soil protein (GRSP) can promote the degradation of bound PAH residues. This study fills the cognitive gap of GRSP in regulating the degradation of bound PAH residues in soil.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Soil Science
Xinyu Zhao, Evrim Elcin, Lizhi He, Meththika Vithanage, Xiaokai Zhang, Jie Wang, Shuo Wang, Yun Deng, Nabeel Khan Niazi, Sabry M. Shaheen, Hailong Wang, Zhenyu Wang
Summary: The increase of cultivated varieties of Chinese herbal remedies, the expansion of cultivation area, and long-term monoculture cropping have led to aggravated problems of soil diseases, yield loss, and quality reduction. Biochar, as a carbon-rich material, has the potential to improve soil quality and alleviate continuous crop obstacles for Chinese herbal remedies.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Editorial Material
Soil Science
Melanie M. Pollierer, Anton Potapov, Andrey Zaitsev
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Yajie Wang, Jiefeng Li, Yongfen Wei, Zhiyi Deng, Xiaodi Hao, Fusheng Li
Summary: This study investigates the impacts of heavy metal pollution caused by coal production on soil microbial ecology in the semi-arid region of Heilongjiang. The results reveal negative correlations between heavy metals and bacterial abundance and diversity. Twelve sensitive bacterial taxa and corresponding models were identified. Water content and total phosphorus were also found to play vital roles in regulating the bacterial community in the soil.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Sujit Das, Sunanda Biswas, B. Ramakrishnan, T. K. Das, T. J. Purakayastha, B. H. Gawade, Priya Singh, Partha Sarathi Ghorai, Saloni Tripathy, Kanchan Sinha
Summary: This study assessed the impact of conservation agriculture on the biological soil health index in a rice-wheat system in the Indo-Gangetic Plains. The results showed that zero till direct seeded rice and crop residue incorporation could improve soil organic carbon, enzyme activities, and microbial population. Specifically, the inclusion of mungbean residues and sesbania brown manuring significantly increased the abundance of the nifH gene in the soil.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Xingxiu Huang, Genxing Pan, Lianqing Li, Xuhui Zhang, Hailong Wang, Nanthi Bolan, Bhupinder Pal Singh, Chongjian Ma, Fuwei Liang, Yanjie Chen, Huashou Li
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of using a mixture of biomass waste ash and biochar on soil pH, heavy metal remediation, and plant growth. The results showed that the mixed use could ameliorate soil acidification, reduce absorption of cadmium and lead by plants, and promote plant growth. The special fertilizer prepared from the mixture can be used to promote crop growth and reduce environmental pollution.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Astrid C. H. Jaeger, Martin Hartmann, Rafaela Feola Conz, Johan Six, Emily F. Solly
Summary: This study investigates the effects of tree mortality on soil microbial communities using a mesocosm experiment. The results show that tree death influenced soil microbial abundance and composition, with the potential to affect soil processes in forest ecosystems.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Dane C. Elmquist, Subodh Adhikari, Ina Popova, Sanford D. Eigenbrode
Summary: This study investigated the effects of soil arthropod communities from cereal-based agroecosystems on wheat plant growth and above-belowground interactions. The results showed that wheat grown in soils with arthropod communities had better growth and defense against aphids, compared to wheat grown in soils without arthropod communities.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Lei Wang, Jing Wang, Zhonghou Tang, Jidong Wang, Yongchun Zhang
Summary: This study found that the application of organic fertilizer enhances carbon and phosphorus cycling enzyme activities in soil, reshapes the soil microbial community structure, and regulates the interactions between these crucial indicators through soil organic carbon.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Soil Science
M. Pawlett, N. T. Girkin, L. Deeks, D. L. Evans, R. Sakrabani, P. Masters, K. Garnett, N. Marquez-Grant
Summary: The modern funeral industry faces environmental risks and challenges, and natural burial offers a more sustainable alternative. However, there is a lack of research comparing the risks and benefits of natural burial practices, including groundwater contamination and atmospheric emissions. More scientific research is needed to understand and regulate funeral options, as well as cultural incentives for natural burial.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Zhongcheng Wang, Jin Zhao, Dan Xiao, Meifeng Chen, Xunyang He
Summary: Root AMF colonization, diversity, and interactions vary with soil depth. Higher soil nutrient levels and root biomass promote colonization but suppress diversity and interactions in the upper soil layer compared to deeper layers.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Zhiyang Zhang, Shiting Zhang, Riikka Rinnan
Summary: This study revealed the mechanisms behind the effects of dung deposition on soil heterotrophic respiration, providing insights for grassland management and carbon feedback prediction in grazed ecosystems.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Ismail Ibrahim Garba, Graham R. Stirling, A. Marcelle Stirling, Alwyn Williams
Summary: Integrating diverse cover crops into dryland crop-fallow rotations can enhance soil nutrient and water retention, suppress soil-borne pests, and improve soil health. The effects on soil nematode communities are modulated by the functional type and mixture composition of the cover crops. Selecting cover crops with appropriate traits can improve soil health through suppression of plant-parasitic nematodes, promotion of free-living nematodes, and enhancement of soil food web complexity.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Min Li, Chao He, Miao Wei, Junmeng Long, Jingru Wang, Xinrong Yang, Kehan Wang, Xueli He
Summary: In extreme desert environments, black septate endophytes (DSE) can benefit the relict plant Gymnocarpos przewalskii by assisting it to survive and maintain ecosystem stability. The colonization of DSE in the roots of G. przewalskii varies significantly with seasons and sites, with soil properties being a major factor affecting the composition of DSE. Additionally, the functional metabolite composition of DSE strains varies greatly with different drought levels and isolates, indicating the potential complementarity between different strains in helping hosts cope with drought stress.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2024)