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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Omolayo J. Olorunwa, Bikash Adhikari, Ainong Shi, T. Casey Barickman
Summary: This study analyzed the morpho-physiological responses of 30 cowpea genotypes to waterlogging, revealing that under waterlogging conditions, cowpea plant height, leaf area, and weight decreased while water use efficiency and adventitious roots increased. Chlorophyll fluorescence parameters were also affected. The study identified waterlogging-tolerant and sensitive cowpea genotypes, which could be useful for genetic engineering and breeding programs aimed at improving cowpea waterlogging tolerance.
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Agronomy
Esmaeil Zangani, Kamran Afsahi, Farid Shekari, Eileen Mac Sweeney, Andrea Mastinu
Summary: The study found that nitrogen and phosphorus levels significantly impacted the yield and leaf traits of rapeseed. The application of nitrogen and phosphorus together showed the best results in increasing rapeseed yield.
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Plant Sciences
Ahossi Patrice Koua, Benedict Chijioke Oyiga, Said Dadshani, Salma Benaouda, Mohammad Bahman Sadeqi, Uwe Rascher, Jens Leon, Agim Ballvora
Summary: Water deficit is a major threat to crop production and food security. This study examined the genetic variation in photosynthetic traits among 200 wheat cultivars under drought and rainfed conditions. High throughput screening of chlorophyll content can serve as an indicator of wheat's drought tolerance. Breeding efforts have improved photosynthetic efficiency and increased chlorophyll content in newer wheat genotypes. Genetic analysis identified QTLs associated with photosynthetic traits under drought and rainfed conditions.
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Plant Sciences
Dongjie Xia, Xiaoxia An, Ignacio F. Lopez, Chunhui Ma, Qianbing Zhang
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi inoculation on the growth and photosynthetic performance of alfalfa. The results showed that mixed inoculation improved the photosynthetic efficiency and dry matter yield of alfalfa. The phosphorus application level affected the intercellular CO2 concentration of alfalfa, while other indicators showed an opposite trend.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Horticulture
Keita Goto, Shin Yabuta, Shotaro Tamaru, Peter Ssenyonga, Bore Emanuel, Naoya Katsuhama, Jun-Ichi Sakagami
Summary: Root hypoxia and intense light stress reduce photosynthetic capacity and efficiency, and promote leaf abscission. Leaf position significantly influences leaf senescence caused by oxidative stress, and stress interactions induce abscission in lower leaves.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Edappayil Janeeshma, Hazem M. Kalaji, Jos T. Puthur
Summary: This study compared the tolerance level of maize and rice towards Cd and Zn toxicity, with rice showing higher tolerance. The toxic effects of Cd and Zn included chlorophyll degradation, reduction in PSII efficiency, and disturbance in the electron transport process.
ACTA PHYSIOLOGIAE PLANTARUM
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Md Jahirul Islam, Byeong Ryeol Ryu, Md Obyedul Kalam Azad, Md Hafizur Rahman, Md Soyel Rana, Chang-Won Kang, Jung-Dae Lim, Young-Seok Lim
Summary: The study evaluated the performance of hemp seedlings under different light treatments and found significant impacts on leaf and root growth. Certain light treatments promoted bushy growth and osmolyte accumulation, which could enhance branching and inflorescence, ultimately leading to higher cannabinoids accumulation.
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Environmental Sciences
Zhunqiao Liu, Feng Zhao, Xinjie Liu, Qiang Yu, Yunfei Wang, Xiongbiao Peng, Huanjie Cai, Xiaoliang Lu
Summary: Progress has been made in predicting terrestrial gross primary productivity (GPP) from solar-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF) using a process-based model that mechanistically links SIFTOC with vegetation photosynthetic activity. The model demonstrates good accuracy in quantifying canopy photosynthesis at both half-hourly and daily scales, enhancing our ability to estimate GPP with SIF at the canopy scale.
REMOTE SENSING OF ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Qun Li, Jun Wen, Cheng-Zhang Zhao, Lian-Chun Zhao, Dan Ke
Summary: Plant leaf morphological and photosynthetic physiological characteristics are key factors in the adaptability of plants to heterogeneous environments. This study found a close relationship between leaf morphology and photosynthetic activity in salt marsh plants, and observed adaptive changes in leaf characteristics based on habitat conditions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muhammad Zaheer, Zafar Ullah Zafar, Habib-Ur-Rehman Athar, Hussan Bano, Misbah Amir, Ayesha Khalid, Hamid Manzoor, Muhammad Javed, Muhammad Iqbal, Chukwuma C. Ogbaga, Muhammad Kamran
Summary: Tannery effluent affects the growth of five cucrbitaceous vegetables to varying degrees. Diluted effluent can improve the growth of certain vegetables, but high accumulation of heavy metals in the effluent can disrupt nutrient accumulation and photosynthesis in plants.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jiewei Hao, L. M. Chu
Summary: Bryophytes in tropical forest ecosystems face challenges with intense light and hot temperatures, affecting their photosynthetic activities. A controlled study on six bryophyte species showed that temperature increases and changes in light levels negatively impacted their health, photosynthetic performance, and growth. The chlorophyll a/b ratio, health status, and effective photochemical quantum yield of PS II were important indicators of their responses to environmental stress.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chongyang Li, Mingyang Ma, Tianpeng Zhang, Pengwen Feng, Xiao Chen, Yang Liu, Marian Brestic, Tarek M. Galal, Hatim M. Al-Yasi, Xinghong Yang
Summary: Under heat stress, wheat lines with high photosynthetic rates can maintain the activities of PSII and key Calvin cycle enzymes, as well as higher photosynthetic rates. These lines also show increased levels of key proteins and higher antioxidant enzyme activity, indicating better thermotolerance and ROS scavenging ability compared to lines with low photosynthetic rates.
Article
Plant Sciences
Jared T. Broddrick, Maxwell A. Ware, Denis Jallet, Bernhard O. Palsson, Graham Peers
Summary: Characterizing photosynthetic productivity is crucial for understanding the ecological contributions and biotechnology potential of plants, algae, and cyanobacteria. This study combines chlorophyll fluorescence parameters with a metabolic model to improve predictive accuracy and explore engineering strategies for rerouting cellular resources and excess light energy. The research reveals the rapid photoacclimation strategy of the diatom Phaeodactylum tricornutum and its potential applications in engineering light-driven metabolism.
Article
Plant Sciences
Prabha Rai-Kalal, Anjana Jajoo
Summary: The study demonstrated the beneficial effects of seed priming with zinc oxide nanoparticles on the germination performance and photosynthetic pigment content of wheat seeds. Nanopriming enhanced seed water uptake and overall primary photochemistry, leading to increased activity enzymes and decreased oxidative status in plants. This is the first report showing ZnO NPs as a promising seed priming agent to improve germination and photosynthetic performance of wheat seeds.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Lyubov Yudina, Alyona Popova, Yuriy Zolin, Ekaterina Sukhova, Vladimir Sukhov
Summary: By studying the effects of increased pressure, it was found that pressure can induce electrical signals and inhibit photosynthesis in plants.
Article
Plant Sciences
Leidy Alves dos Santos, Bruno Lemos Batista, Allan Klynger da Silva Lobato
Summary: This study found that foliar application of 24-epibrassinolide (EBR) under high magnesium concentration can alleviate the negative effects of magnesium stress on soybean photosynthesis. EBR protects against oxidative stress, delays chlorophyll degradation, and improves magnesium content and photochemical efficiency.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Camille Ferreira Maia, Ynglety Cascaes Pereira, Breno Ricardo Serrao da Silva, Bruno Lemos Batista, Allan Klynger da Silva Lobato
Summary: This study demonstrated that 24-epibrassinolide can mitigate oxidative damage against the photosynthetic apparatus in tomato leaves under excess nickel stress by upregulating the antioxidant system, improving leaf anatomy and stomatal performance.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Giselle Cerchiaro, Miguel Tabanez, Ilma Regina Santos, Julianne Ikebara, Alexandre Kihara, Bruna M. Freire, Bruno Lemos Batista, Bianca A. Santos
FREE RADICAL BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Cell Biology
Caroline M. S. Marques, Rafael N. Gomes, Tatiana Pedron, Bruno L. Batista, Giselle Cerchiaro
Summary: The study investigates the involvement of cellular prion protein (PrPC) in neuroprotection under oxidative stress. The presence of PrPC showed resistance to oxidative stress in astrocytes, and PrPC plays a role in metal homeostasis and prevents protein aggregation. Additionally, PrPC can translocate SOD1 to cell nuclei under oxidative stress, potentially controlling DNA damage. Overall, the study suggests that PrPC activates cellular response and defense against oxidative stress, protecting neurons and ensuring astrocyte functionality.
MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
M. P. Saraiva, C. F. Maia, B. L. Batista, A. K. da S. Lobato
Summary: This study aimed to determine whether 24-epibrassinolide (EBR) can improve the nutritional, physiological, biochemical and morphological responses of soybean plants subjected to nickel (Ni) excess. The results showed that the application of EBR significantly increased biomass, which can be explained by improved nutrient content and ionic homeostasis.
Article
Plant Sciences
Ynglety Cascaes Pereira, Angelina Nilcelia da Silva Nascimento, Brenna Thayane dos Santos Aguiar, Breno Ricardo Serrao da Silva, Maria Antonia Machado Barbosa, Bruno Lemos Batista, Andrzej Bajguz, Allan Klynger da Silva Lobato
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of 24-epibrassinolide (EBR) on root and leaf structures and biomass accumulation of soybean plants under inadequate boron (B) supplies. The results demonstrated that EBR application alleviated the damages caused by inadequate B supplies, improved the nutritional status, and promoted biomass accumulation in soybean plants.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Michele C. Toledo, Janice S. Lee, Bruno L. Batista, Kelly P. K. Olympio, Adelaide C. Nardocci
Summary: Rice is a significant source of inorganic arsenic (iAs) exposure for certain populations, including Brazil. This study assessed the risks of iAs exposure from consuming white rice and brown rice in Brazil and proposed mitigation measures. The findings showed that despite rice's iAs concentration being below the maximum contaminant level, the carcinogenic risks associated with both white and brown rice consumption were high.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fernanda Junqueira Salles, Fernanda Pollo Paniz, Bruno Lemos Batista, Adelaide Cassia Nardocci, Kelly Polido Kaneshiro Olympio
Summary: This study investigated the levels of toxic elements in costume cosmetics and their potential risks to human health. The results indicated the presence of potentially toxic elements in these products, highlighting the need for regulation and protection, particularly for occupational exposure and use by children.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Breno Ricardo Serrao da Silva, Elaine Maria Silva Guedes Lobato, Leidy Alves dos Santos, Rodrigo Mendes Pereira, Bruno Lemos Batista, Mohammed Nasser Alyemeni, Parvaiz Ahmad, Allan Klynger da Silva Lobato
Summary: The purpose of this research was to investigate the negative effects of salt stress on soybean plants in terms of anatomical, morphological, nutritional, physiological, and biochemical parameters. The study found that concentrations of 50 to 200 mM Na+ significantly reduced the levels of K, Ca, and Mg in the plants, and had negative effects on photosynthesis, gas exchange, and photosynthetic pigments, which were likely caused by oxidative stress. Interestingly, at concentrations below 100 mM Na+, there were changes in epicuticular wax deposition, stomatal quantity and morphology, and leaf epidermis thickness in soybean plants. Overall, significant deleterious effects were observed in soybean plants under salt stress conditions above 100 mM Na+.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alda Neis Miranda Araujo, Isabelle Nogueira Leroux, Danielle Zildeana Sousa Furtado, Ana Paula Sacone da Silva Ferreira, Bruno Lemos Batista, Heron Dominguez Torres Silva, Evangelos Handakas, Nilson Antonio Assuncao, Kelly Polido Kaneshiro Olympio
Summary: Occupational exposure to potentially toxic elements in informal jewelry production can have adverse health effects on workers. This study used proteomic and metabolomic analyses to assess the impact of these exposures on workers' exposome in Limeira city, Brazil. The results showed high levels of Sn and Cu in welders' blood, as well as correlations between certain proteins and blood PTE levels. Additionally, pathway analysis revealed seven metabolic pathways potentially disturbed by the informal work. These findings highlight the harmful effects of PTE exposure in the jewelry production industry.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fernanda Pollo Paniz, Tatiana Pedron, Vitoria Aparecida Procopio, Camila Neves Lange, Bruna Moreira Freire, Bruno Lemos Batista
Summary: The study found that selenium has the potential to regulate the toxicity of arsenic and cadmium in rice plants, reducing their accumulation in grains and the risks associated with human consumption. However, different rice cultivars may show different responses to arsenic and selenium exposure under the same growing conditions.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Miguel Tabanez, Ilma R. Santos, Juliane M. Ikebara, Mariana L. M. Camargo, Bianca A. Dos Santos, Bruna M. Freire, Bruno L. Batista, Silvia H. Takada, Rosanna Squitti, Alexandre H. Kihara, Giselle Cerchiaro
Summary: As people age, they become more susceptible to neurodegenerative illnesses such as Alzheimer's disease. This study found that the antioxidant hydroxytyrosol can regulate metal levels and improve learning performance in a rat model of AD.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Fernanda V. Cabral, Bianca de Melo Santana, Camila N. Lange, Bruno L. Batista, Amedea B. Seabra, Martha S. Ribeiro
Summary: This study investigated the potential of polymeric hydrogels in the treatment of melanoma. The researchers found that hydrogels containing both a nitric oxide donor and copper oxide nanoparticles significantly reduced cell viability and increased reactive oxygen species levels. They also observed changes in cell nuclei, loss of mitochondrial membrane potential, and lipid peroxidation, leading to cell death.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Isabella Martins Lourenco, Bruna Moreira Freire, Joana Claudio Pieretti, Roberta Albino dos Reis, Nicolas Martins Soares, Marcelo da Luz Santos, Bruno Lemos Batista, Amedea Barozzi Seabra, Camila Neves Lange
Summary: This study investigated the effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles, nitric oxide donor, and their combination on the enzymatic and photosynthetic profile, as well as element accumulation, in rice plants. The results showed that these treatments increased the concentration of zinc and iron, and caused a mild disturbance in the antioxidant system. However, these disturbances did not significantly affect the yield, growth, or photosynthetic pigment production of rice plants.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Victoria Freitas de Oliveira, Eduardo Venske, Cassia Fernanda Stafen, Fernanda Pollo Paniz, Tatiana Pedron, Rodrigo Mendes Pereira, Ariano Martins de Magalhaes Jr, Luciano Carlos da Maia, Antonio Costa de Oliveira, Bruno Lemos Batista, Camila Pegoraro
Summary: The objective of this study was to map the chromosomal regions responsible for iron accumulation in rice grains in Southern Brazil. Thirteen candidate genes were identified from single nucleotide polymorphisms mapped on chromosomes 1, 5, 6, and 10, some of which are related to iron homeostasis while others have unknown functions or are related to other metabolic processes.
PESQUISA AGROPECUARIA BRASILEIRA
(2023)