Review
Microbiology
Tharuka Wijesekara, Baojun Xu
Summary: The study examines the intricate relationship between plants and the endophytic fungi inhabiting their tissues. These fungi coexist with plants, forming a symbiotic connection that has potential implications for plant health and growth. The bioactive compounds produced by these fungi hold promise for human health.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Junlian Gao, Mingfang Zhang, Jing Xue, Xiuhai Zhang
Summary: The endophytic bacteria Ld-08 isolated from Lilium davidii bulbs was identified as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and showed antifungal effects against various pathogens. It produced bioactive secondary metabolites and promoted plant growth when inoculated into Lilium plants.
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Forestry
Beiyan Deng, Ling Wu, Hongju Xiao, Qiang Cheng
Summary: In this study, an endophytic bacterium En3 was isolated from the leaf endosphere of Populus tomentosa and shown to have significant growth-promoting effects on both poplar and tomato seedlings. En3 exhibited phosphorus solubilization and nitrogen fixation abilities, and it produced indole-3-acetic acid (IAA). The genome analysis of En3 revealed the presence of genes associated with nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilization, sulfur metabolism, and the synthesis of IAA, suggesting its potential as a biofertilizer for crop and tree cultivation.
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Microbiology
Mohamed S. Attia, Amer M. Abdelaziz, Abdulaziz A. Al-Askar, Amr A. Arishi, Ahmed M. Abdelhakim, Amr H. Hashem
Summary: This study identified four plant growth-promoting fungi (PGPF) that have significant antifungal activity against tomato Fusarium wilt and can enhance the immune response of tomato plants. These fungi were able to reduce disease severity and protect infected plants, while also promoting the recovery and growth of both healthy and infected tomato plants.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Wei Yan, Shuangshuang Zhao, Chenguang Gu, Kailin Tian, Zhiyang Wang, Fang Liu, Yonghao Ye
Summary: In this study, four new meroterpenes were isolated from an endophytic fungus, with one compound showing broad-spectrum antifungal activities and another compound exhibiting moderate protective effect against a specific fungus.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Helal F. Al-Harthi, Abdallah M. Elgorgan, Bilal Ahmed, Ali H. Bahkali, Mohamed ElSheshtawi, Jilani Purusottapatnam Shaik, Abdullah Msaad Al-Falih, Asad Syed
Summary: This study aimed to isolate, purify, and characterize the endophytic fungal population of medicinal host plants cultivated in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A total of 84 isolates were purified and grouped into 20 operational taxonomic units. Twenty species of endophytic fungi were found, with Alternaria being the most predominant genus. These endophytic fungi, belonging to the phylum Ascomycota, exhibited a wide range of metabolic variations and produced various plant growth-promoting traits. Further investigations are needed to screen the beneficial compounds released by these endophytic fungi.
JOURNAL OF KING SAUD UNIVERSITY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mallique Qader, K. H. Ahammad Uz Zaman, Zhenquan Hu, Cong Wang, Xiaohua Wu, Shugeng Cao
Summary: A new compound, aspochalasin H1, with unique structural features, was isolated from Aspergillus sp. FT1307. The isolated compounds showed diverse biological activities against pathogenic bacteria and cancer cell lines.
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Microbiology
Chao An, Saijian Ma, Chen Liu, Hao Ding, Wenjiao Xue
Summary: This study isolated an endophytic bacterium B. ambifaria XN08 from healthy wheat plants, which showed antagonistic activity against the wheat sharp eyespot pathogenic fungus R. cerealis. The bacterium produced a powerful antifungal compound named pyrrolnitrin and demonstrated abilities in phosphate solubilization, IAA production, protease production, and siderophore production. Pot experiments confirmed the effective colonization of B. ambifaria in wheat plants, resulting in enhanced plant growth and induction of immune resistance.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Aiai Ma, Kan Jiang, Bin Chen, Shasha Chen, Xinge Qi, Huining Lu, Junlin Liu, Xuan Zhou, Tan Gao, Jinhui Li, Changming Zhao
Summary: This study evaluated the anticarcinogenic potential of the endophyte Streptomyces sp. LRE541 and identified one prenylated indole diketopiperazine alkaloid and two anthraquinones. Neoechinulin A, a known antitumor agent, was detected for the first time in Streptomyces. Although previously found in Streptomyces, epsilon-pyrromycinone and 4-deoxy-epsilon-pyrromycinone were shown for the first time to possess anticancer activities.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ahmed Mohamed Aly Khalil, Saad El-Din Hassan, Sultan M. Alsharif, Ahmed M. Eid, Emad El-Din Ewais, Ehab Azab, Adil A. Gobouri, Amr Elkelish, Amr Fouda
Summary: Endophytic fungi isolated from leaves of Ephedra pachyclada showed varied antimicrobial activity, plant growth-promoting properties, and enzymatic activity, with Penicillium commune EP-5 demonstrating maximum IAA productivity. The selected fungal endophytes applied as bioinoculant to maize plants improved root lengths and vegetative growth features significantly compared to uninoculated plants.
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Microbiology
Viridiana Morales-Sanchez, Carmen E. Diaz, Elena Trujillo, Sonia A. Olmeda, Felix Valcarcel, Ruben Munoz, Maria Fe Andres, Azucena Gonzalez-Coloma
Summary: The ethyl acetate extract from the endophytic fungus Aspergillus sp. SPH2 showed potential biocontrol properties against various plant pathogens, insect pests, and plant parasites. Compound 1, mellein, demonstrated strong ixodicidal effects, while compound 2, neoaspergillic acid, exhibited potent antifungal effects. The study also suggested that compound 2 may be the biosynthetic precursor of compound 3, neohydroxyaspergillic acid.
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Plant Sciences
Ankika Bhakat, Samya Sen, Saikat Banerjee, Keka Sarkar
Summary: The present study explored an endophytic Bacillus sp. strain (K7) from Jasminum officinale for its plant growth promotion and protection abilities. Bacillus sp. K7 possessed strong antifungal activity against Colletotrichum siamense. The combined in-vitro and in-silico results suggest that Bacillus sp. K7 is a potential biocontrol agent and can be used as a seed protectant, biopesticide, biofertilizer, and anti-food spoilage agent.
PHYSIOLOGICAL AND MOLECULAR PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Min Zhang, Huiying Qin, Renfeng An, Wenjin Zhang, Jianxin Liu, Qingfeng Yu, Wei Liu, Xuefeng Huang
Summary: A water-soluble polysaccharide named LP60-1 was extracted from Lilium davidii var. unicolor Cotton. It was found to consist of mannose and glucose, and exhibited significant anti-tumor activity. The structure and characteristics of LP60-1 suggest its potential as a novel antitumor drug for further research and development.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Geting Ye, Cuiying Huang, Jialin Li, Tao Chen, Jing Tang, Wenbin Liu, Yuhua Long
Summary: In this study, six new DIKETOPIPERAZINE alkaloids were isolated from the fungus Aspergillus sp. 16-5c, along with ten known alkaloids. Bioassay results revealed significant alpha-glucosidase inhibitory activity in compounds 1 and 9, moderate activity in compounds 3, 10, 11, and 15, while no compounds showed PTP1B enzyme inhibition activity.
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Plant Sciences
Muhammad Ikram, Niaz Ali, Gul Jan, Farzana Gul Jan, Rainaz Pervez, Muhammad Romman, Rimsha Zainab, Humaira Yasmin, Naeem Khan
Summary: This study explored the diversity of endophytic fungi from different parts of three healthy halophytic plants and found that these fungi have the ability to tolerate salt and produce plant hormones. These fungi have a positive impact on the growth and development of plants.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Junlian Gao, Xuqing Chen, Mingfang Zhang, Fengping Yang, Yunpeng Du, The Su Moe, Iqbal Munir, Jing Xue, Xiuhai Zhang
JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2020)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Junlian Gao, Mingfang Zhang, Xuqing Chen, The Su Moe, Yunpeng Du, Fengping Yang, Jing Xue, Xiuhai Zhang
Article
Plant Sciences
The S. Moe, Suppisak Chaturonrutsamee, Samreang Bunteang, Chutima Kuhakarn, Samran Prabpai, Panida Surawatanawong, Arthit Chairoungdua, Kanoknetr Suksen, Radeekorn Akkarawongsapat, Jitra Limthongkul, Chanita Napaswad, Narong Nuntasaen, Vichai Reutrakul
Summary: Three new diterpenoids, boesenmaxanes A-C, were isolated from the rhizome extracts of Boesenbergia maxwellii, with an unusual core skeleton. These compounds showed significant inhibitory activity in syncytium reduction assay, indicating potential for anti-HIV effects.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Sayed Usman Ali Shah, Mazhar Ullah, Muhammad Zaheer Ahmad, Waqar Ahmad, Asad Jan
Summary: The successful transformation of rice vacuolar H+-PPase gene into sugarcane was achieved with optimized conditions, leading to higher sucrose accumulation and salt tolerance in the transgenic lines.
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2021)
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Biology
Irfan Ullah, Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Shahin Shah Khan, Waqar Ahmad, Lingjie Zheng, Syed Usman Ali Shah, Mazhar Ullah, Aqib Iqbal
Summary: The experiment isolated multiple bacterial strains from brick kiln soil, revealing their potential for antibacterial and amylase-producing activities. Different bacterial isolates exhibited varied enzyme activities and antagonistic effects, demonstrating potential applications in various fields. Further research is necessary to explore the full potential of these isolates in amylase production, biopesticides, and biofertilizers.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Dawood Shah, Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Shahkaar Aziz, Haidar Ali, Lorenzo Pecoraro
Summary: Endophytic bacteria isolated from Pakistani wheat seeds showed beneficial characteristics such as nitrogen fixation, phosphorus solubilization, indole-3-acetic acid production, and antimicrobial activity. The GI-6 strain exhibited strong salt tolerance and growth-promoting effects on wheat plants.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Junlian Gao, Mingfang Zhang, Jing Xue, Xiuhai Zhang
Summary: The endophytic bacteria Ld-08 isolated from Lilium davidii bulbs was identified as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and showed antifungal effects against various pathogens. It produced bioactive secondary metabolites and promoted plant growth when inoculated into Lilium plants.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jun-lian Gao, Mohammad Sayyar Khan, Yu-chen Sun, Jing Xue, Yunpeng Du, Chunhong Yang, Vladimir K. Chebotar, Vladimir S. Tikunov, Ivan N. Rubanov, Xuqing Chen, Xiuhai Zhang
Summary: This study isolated and identified a bacterial strain, Bacillus halotolerans LBG-1-13, from lily roots grown in Northwestern China, and demonstrated its antifungal activity and plant growth-promoting characteristics. LBG-1-13 showed antagonistic activities against lily pathogens and exhibited traits such as the production of indole-3-acetic acid, siderophore, ACC deaminase, and phosphate solubilization activity. Inoculation of lily plants with LBG-1-13 enhanced plant growth under greenhouse and field conditions. These findings highlight the potential of LBG-1-13 as a biocontrol agent and plant growth promoter in sustainable agriculture.
BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Mya Thida, Hay Mar Aung, Zar Kyi Win, Nwe Nwe Htay, The Su Moe
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the antidiabetic and antioxidant potentials of fractions from Cassia siamea and Butea monosperma. The water, hexane, dichloromethane, and ethyl acetate fractions of the tested plants were assessed for their bioactivities, and results showed that the water fraction of C. siamea and ethyl acetate fraction of B. monosperma exhibited the best antidiabetic potential with high antioxidant power.
JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE PRODUCTS FROM NATURE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mya Thida, The Su Moe, Khin Nyein Chan, Shun Lai Ei, Aye Aye Khai
Summary: This study evaluated the antidiabetic potentials of Cassia siamea and Butea monosperma. The results showed that these plant extracts have non-hemolytic properties and the ability to inhibit diabetic enzyme activity.
INDIAN JOURNAL OF NATURAL PRODUCTS AND RESOURCES
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mazhar Ullah, Mohammad S. Khan, Asad Jan, Sayed U. A. Shah, Navid Iqbal, Iqbal Munir
Summary: Salinity adversely affects sugarcane yield, and genetic engineering using the H+-PPase gene from Oryza sativa has been utilized to enhance salt tolerance in sugarcane. In this study, tissue culture and biolistic transformation protocols for sugarcane were optimized, resulting in successful transformation of sugarcane calli.
NOTULAE BOTANICAE HORTI AGROBOTANICI CLUJ-NAPOCA
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
M. S. Khan, W. Ahmad, M. Z. Ahmad, M. Ullah, A. Jan
Summary: The study optimized callus induction and transformation methods to genetically engineer sugarcane with the OsC3H52 gene promoter, confirming its regulatory function under drought and salt stress conditions.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL AND PLANT SCIENCES-JAPS
(2021)