Article
Plant Sciences
Yazhou Liu, Ye Liu, Chunli Zeng, Juanying Wang, Witness Joseph Nyimbo, Yanyang Jiao, Linkun Wu, Ting Chen, Changxun Fang, Wenxiong Lin
Summary: Intercropping R. glutinosa with A. bidentata can alleviate the problem of consecutive monoculture and improve the soil quality and yield of R. glutinosa. The introduction of beneficial bacteria has a positive effect on sustainable agricultural development.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Ishwora Dhungana, Michael B. Kantar, Nhu H. Nguyen
Summary: Plant roots release exudates that can fuel microbial activities and structure rhizosphere microbial communities, but it is not well understood how different plant species use their root exudate to potentially select for different soil microbes in the rhizosphere.
Article
Agronomy
Hongmiao Wu, Huiming Wu, Yanyang Jiao, Zhongyi Zhang, Christopher Rensing, Wenxiong Lin
Summary: The combination of biochar and plant-growth-promoting bacteria (PGPBs) in alleviating replanting disease had a significant effect compared to single biochar addition, primarily by altering the rhizosphere microbiome and metabolites.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2022)
Article
Soil Science
Jiaohui Fang, Yulong Tao, Jian Liu, Tianshu Lyu, Xiufeng Yang, Shengchao Ma, Junyu Dong, Huashan Dou, Honghai Zhang
Summary: Plants can impact wetland ecosystem functions by influencing carbon and nitrogen cycles driven by microorganisms. However, the underlying mechanisms associated with CO2-fixation rate and denitrification rate in relation to wetland emergent plants remain unclear.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chong Liu, Dan Sun, Hong-Xiang Zheng, Guo-Bao Wang, Wen-Shen Liu, Yue Cao, Ye-Tao Tang, Rong-Liang Qiu
Summary: This study revealed the mechanism of organic acids in enhancing REE tolerance and accumulation in Phytolacca americana, showing that Yttrium stress stimulated the accumulation of oxalate, malate, and citrate, promoting the transport of Y from roots to shoots. Transcriptome analysis indicated that PaNIP1;2 may play a crucial role in the transport of Y-malate complexes within the plant.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Sirui Wang, Tiantian Zhou, Hewen Zhao, Kezhong Zhang, Jinteng Cui
Summary: We studied the rhizosphere microenvironment of Rhododendron mucronulatum in Beijing's Yunmeng Mountain National Forest Park and found significant changes in soil physicochemical properties and enzyme activities. The rhizosphere bacterial diversity was higher in the flowering period and was not influenced by elevation. Rhizomicrobium was the dominant genus in both periods, but its abundance decreased in the deciduous period, potentially influencing the rhizosphere bacterial community.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mingzhi Zhang, Na Xiao, Haijian Yang, Yuan Li, Fangrong Gao, Jianbin Li, Zhenxing Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of a new water-saving device on the bacterial community and root system of tomato plants. Results showed that a smaller micropore group spacing (L1: 30 cm) promoted the development of tomato root morphology and increased the abundance of nitrogen and phosphorus metabolism genes in the soil. However, a lower capillary arrangement density (C2: one pipe for two rows) led to a decrease in bacterial community diversity and functional gene abundance, limiting nutrient absorption by the roots. The L1C2 treatment resulted in a stable bacterial community structure and improved root development, leading to higher tomato yield.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Anna M. Timofeeva, Maria R. Galyamova, Sergey E. Sedykh
Summary: This review focuses on the positive effects of bacteria synthesizing siderophores on plant growth and development. It discusses the lifecycle of siderophores, the mechanisms of siderophore biosynthesis in bacteria, and methods for analyzing and screening siderophore-producing activity. Further research on the biochemical, molecular biological, and physiological features of siderophore synthesis by bacteria and their use by plants is important for improving soil fertility and increasing plant biomass.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiao Shu, KeRong Zhang, QuanFa Zhang, WeiBo Wang
Summary: It is important to understand the impact of acid rain on plant physiology, and this study investigated the effects of different soil types and acid rain pH on the growth and bacterial communities of Jatropha curcas. The results showed that soil type had a greater influence on underground growth, while acid rain mainly affected aboveground growth. Certain bacteria were found to be resistant to acid rain, and the richness of bacterial communities was mainly influenced by soil pH and total potassium.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Wei Li, Shuo Shen, Hongyu Chen
Summary: The research demonstrated that bacterial fermentation broth inhibits the growth of wild oats, with strain X20 showing the highest herbicidal effectiveness. This indicates the potential for developing bacterial-based bioherbicides for wild oats weed control in wheat fields.
Article
Ecology
Johannes B. Herpell, Ajtena Alickovic, Bocar Diallo, Florian Schindler, Wolfram Weckwerth
Summary: Plant growth promoting bacteria, such as Paraburkholderia dioscoreae Msb3, can colonize the phyllosphere of tomato plants and promote plant growth by degrading ACC, a precursor of the plant hormone ethylene. The application of ACC deaminase-containing bacteria to the phyllosphere may be a promising strategy for increasing plant stress resistance, pathogen control, and harvest yields.
Article
Soil Science
Cunkang Hao, Jennifer A. J. Dungait, Xiaomeng Wei, Tida Ge, Yakov Kuzyakov, Zhenling Cui, Jing Tian, Fusuo Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of nitrogen deprivation on rhizosphere bacterial communities and root exudates, as well as the formation of hydrolase activity hotspots in maize rhizosphere. The results showed that nitrogen supply had a greater impact on rhizosphere enzyme activity and extent than changes in enzyme activity rates. Additionally, nitrogen deprivation also led to a decrease in oligotrophic bacteria populations and an increase in copiotrophic bacteria populations. The study also found that the composition of root exudates was strongly associated with changes in rhizosphere NAG activity.
SOIL BIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Microbiology
Lanxiang Wang, Moxian Chen, Pui-Ying Lam, Francisco Dini-Andreote, Lei Dai, Zhong Wei
Summary: This comprehensive review discusses the multiple roles of flavonoids in mediating plant-microbe interactions, including their synthesis, transport, and exudation in plants, the importance of flavonoids in regulating plant-microbe interactions, and how flavonoids influence the overall community assembly of plant-root microbiomes. The review also highlights potential knowledge gaps in understanding how flavonoids determine the interactions between plants and commensal microbes, advocating for further research in this area for innovative strategies to manipulate plant-microbiome composition.
Article
Soil Science
Manuel Aira, Andrea Tato, Jorge Dominguez
Summary: Soil microbial communities and plants are closely related, but the aboveground and belowground components of soil systems are not directly linked, rather any potential relationships are mediated by the effects of aboveground components in nutrient pools.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Xiaolong Shi, Xinhua Zhao, Jinyao Ren, Jiale Dong, He Zhang, Qiqi Dong, Chunji Jiang, Chao Zhong, Yufei Zhou, Haiqiu Yu
Summary: This study found that plant types and soil salinity can affect the microbial community of the interspecific interaction zone. Plants under salt stress alter the composition and diversity of the microbial community. Interspecific interactions help maintain the stability and ecological functions of microbial communities by restructuring the core microbiome.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Correction
Ecology
Modupe Stella Ayilara, Bartholomew Saanu Adeleke, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Titilope Tinu Ajiboye, Timothy Oladiran Ajiboye, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: The aim of this review is to assess the positive and negative impacts of binary oxide nanoparticles on soybean plants and its rhizosphere. The synthesis methods and their merits and demerits of binary oxide nanoparticles are discussed, along with various characterization techniques for tracking nanoparticles inside soybean. The evaluation of rhizosphere microbial communities and comprehensive discussion on the impacts of binary oxide nanoparticles on different parts of soybean plants are also presented. It is observed that the effects of oxide nanoparticles on soybean, rhizosphere, and bioactive compounds are dose-dependent. Lastly, future research directions on the interactions between binary oxide nanoparticles and soybean plants are suggested.
Review
Agronomy
Victor Funso Agunbiade, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: Drought stress negatively affects maize survival and development from germination to maturity. It alters morphological, physiological, and biochemical activities in maize plants, significantly impacting metabolic functions, membrane integrity, water relationships, yield, photosynthesis, osmotic adjustment, and pigment content. Mitigation measures include breeding drought-tolerant varieties, genomic applications for enhancing drought tolerance, and the use of rhizobacteria and endophytic bacteria to ensure optimal maize productivity.
PLANT PROTECTION SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Microbiology
Modupe S. Ayilara, Bartholomew S. Adeleke, Saheed A. Akinola, Chris A. Fayose, Uswat T. Adeyemi, Lanre A. Gbadegesin, Richard K. Omole, Remilekun M. Johnson, Qudus O. Uthman, Olubukola O. Babalola
Summary: Over the years, the use of synthetic pesticides has improved crop yield, but it has also caused significant harm to aquatic life, human health, and the environment. This has led to the exploration and development of organic pesticides (biopesticides) sourced from microbes, plants, and biological nanoparticles as alternatives. Microbial pesticides are specific, affordable, and sustainable, while phytopesticides have various mechanisms of action and minimal risks. Nanobiopesticides have high efficacy, controlled release, and environmental compatibility. This review discusses the different types of pesticides, compares their merits and demerits, and highlights sustainable approaches to enhance the utilization of microbial pesticides, phytopesticides, and nanobiopesticides for improved agriculture and health.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Afeez Adesina Adedayo, Ayomide Emmanuel Fadiji, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: Microbiomes living in the rhizosphere soil play a significant role in enhancing tomato plant health and promoting sustainable agriculture. In this study, shotgun metagenomics sequencing was used to characterize the functional genes produced by microbial communities in the rhizosphere soil of healthy and powdery mildew-diseased tomato plants. The results identified a higher abundance of plant growth promotion genes in the healthy rhizosphere compared to the diseased rhizosphere and bulk soil. Additionally, disease-resistant genes were also identified. Further research should focus on isolating these microorganisms and conducting field experiments for tomato cultivation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Olumayowa Mary Olowe, Ayansina Segun Ayangbenro, Akinlolu Olalekan Akanmu, Funso Raphael Kutu, Jude J. O. Odhiambo, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: This study investigates the microbial composition and diversity of Striga hermonthica-infested maize rhizosphere soil in Nigeria and South Africa. The results show differences in the proportions of bacterial phyla between the two regions. The findings are important for understanding the role of microbiota in combating parasitic weeds.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Ayomide Emmanuel Fadiji, Ayansina Segun Ayangbenro, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: Here, we present the draft genome sequence of Citrobacter freundii AYS58, an endophyte isolated from the roots of a maize plant in Mafikeng, South Africa. The genome size was 5,569,547 bp with a GC content of 50.5%, and it contained 5,904 genes, including 5,658 coding sequences, 3 rRNAs, 82 tRNAs, and 1 CRISPR.
MICROBIOLOGY RESOURCE ANNOUNCEMENTS
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Victor Funso Agunbiade, Ayomide Emmanuel Fadiji
Summary: This study presents the genomic analysis of the maize plant-isolated endophytic strain Enterobacter asburiae B6_18 from Northwest Province, South Africa, to explore its potential traits for promoting maize plant growth.
MICROBIOLOGY RESOURCE ANNOUNCEMENTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Olumayowa Mary Olowe, Ayansina Segun Ayangbenro
Summary: This dataset contains shotgun metagenomics sequencing of the rhizosphere microbiome of maize infested with Striga hermonthica from Mbuzini, South Africa, and Eruwa, Nigeria. The sequences were used for microbial taxonomic classification and functional categories in the infested maize rhizosphere. The dataset provides valuable information on microbial communities associated with Striga infested maize rhizosphere and their functionality.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Akinlolu Olalekan Akanmu, Ayomide Emmanuel Fadiji
Summary: This study conducted a metagenomic evaluation of the lettuce rhizospheric soils in Talton, South Africa using the Illumina No-vaSeq 6000 system. The results showed that bacteria, fungi, and archaea were the main components of the microbial community in the lettuce rhizosphere, with bacteria being the predominant group.
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Oluwaseun Adeyinka Fasusi, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Timothy Olubisi Adejumo
Summary: Soil microorganisms such as rhizobacteria and fungi are crucial for soil health, biodiversity, and productivity of ecosystems. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) and mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) can enhance nutrient uptake, plant growth, and yield. By harnessing these beneficial soil microorganisms, the need for agrochemicals can be reduced, promoting sustainable agriculture and green economic growth.
CABI AGRICULTURE & BIOSCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Ben Jesuorsemwen Enagbonma, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: The continuous and excessive use of synthetic inputs in agriculture has led to ecological deterioration. This study aimed to investigate the potential of termite mound soils in improving plant health and growth. The metagenomics analysis revealed taxonomic groups with functional potentials that promote plant growth in nutrient-poor and dry environments. The dominance of antibiotic-producing populations in termite mound soil microbiome indicates its metabolic resistance to biotic stresses. The abundant genes associated with various important functions in termite mound soils could enhance plant yield and health in unfavorable soil conditions.
BIOINFORMATICS AND BIOLOGY INSIGHTS
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Yvonne du Plessis, Sunday Samson Babalola
Summary: This study examines the success and role of African women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Using a qualitative approach and narratives from African women leaders, the study analyzes the factors contributing to their success in STEM. The findings highlight the importance of balancing career and family life, setting goals, problem-solving, embracing innovation and diversity, collaborating, and having knowledge of STEM research and mentoring skills for successful leadership in STEM.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR EDUCATIONAL AND VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Blessing Chidinma Nwachukwu, Ayansina Segun Ayangbenro, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: This study investigated the potential of bacterial community structure in sunflower soils under different agricultural practices in two geographical locations in the North West Province of South Africa. The study revealed significant differences in bacterial structure and predicted functional categories between soils, as well as the influence of physicochemical parameters on bacterial dispersal.
ANNALS OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Bartholomew Saanu Adeleke, Daniel Muller, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola
Summary: The word endosphere refers to the internal tissues of plants that contain diverse microbes capable of producing active biological products for various applications. Metagenomics has been used to study the structural diversity and functional genes of yet-to-be-cultured endophytic microbes. This review provides an overview of the concept of metagenomics in microbial endophytic studies and highlights its application in determining the functions and metabolic pathways of microbial metagenomes.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)