Article
Microbiology
Madhusmita Borah, Saurav Das, Sudipta Sankar Bora, Robin Chandra Boro, Madhumita Barooah
Summary: This paper compared endophytic bacteria from cultivated and wild rice plants, identifying several strains with high plant growth-promoting activities. The study revealed the potential of rice endophytes as effective bioinoculants with the ability to significantly increase rice grain yield.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Petra Lovecka, Gabriela Kroneislova, Zuzana Novotna, Jana Roderova, Katerina Demnerova
Summary: Modern agricultural technologies rely heavily on harmful fertilizers and pesticides, causing damage to the environment. Developing sustainable agriculture is crucial, and utilizing endophytic microorganisms with positive effects on plant growth and pathogen inhibition could be a promising solution.
Review
Plant Sciences
Shaloo Verma, Hillol Chakdar, Murugan Kumar, Ajit Varma, Anil Kumar Saxena
Summary: The text highlights the issue of micronutrient deficiency, such as iron and zinc, despite adequate food grain production globally. It discusses the factors contributing to low bioavailability of these micronutrients, and introduces the potential role of microorganisms in enriching edible crops through various strategies such as modulating micronutrient transporters and de-complexation of micronutrients during postharvest processing. Microbe-mediated biofortification is seen as a promising addition to agronomic and genetic biofortification of staple crops.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Claudia Breitkreuz, Thomas Reitz, Elke Schulz, Mika Tapio Tarkka
Summary: Climate and plant community composition influence the structure and function of microbial communities, particularly impacting nutrient-releasing populations of the Pseudomonas community. Drought has a significant impact on the functional traits of the Pseudomonas community, with varying effects on phosphate solubilization and siderophore production. The response of the Pseudomonas community to drought is trait-specific and influenced by plant community composition.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hema Chandran, Mukesh Meena, Prashant Swapnil
Summary: Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) offer an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic agrochemicals by enhancing plant stress tolerance through mechanisms such as the release of phytohormones, nitrogen fixation, and production of antioxidant enzymes. PGPR strains genetically engineered can alleviate abiotic stress and improve crop productivity, highlighting their significant roles in sustainable agriculture.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Basharat Hamid, Muzafar Zaman, Shabeena Farooq, Sabah Fatima, R. Z. Sayyed, Zahoor Ahmad Baba, Tahir Ahmad Sheikh, Munagala S. Reddy, Hesham El Enshasy, Abdul Gafur, Ni Luh Suriani
Summary: This comprehensive review delves into the field of bacterial plant biostimulants, highlighting their importance in modern agriculture. Plant biostimulants enhance plant nutrient uptake, tolerance to abiotic stress, biocontrol, and crop quality by stimulating natural processes. The use of microbial biostimulants, particularly bacterial plant biostimulants based on PGPRs, has gained global attention for their potential in improving crop growth and productivity.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
K. A. Nimsi, K. Manjusha, K. Kathiresan, H. Arya
Summary: Synthetic fertilizers and pesticides have had negative effects on soil microbes and agricultural produce. Microbial fertilizers, particularly yeasts, have shown potential as plant growth promoters through various beneficial attributes. However, further research is needed on the sources and genes controlling these plant growth-promoting traits.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Jean Louise Cocson Damo, Takashi Shimizu, Hinako Sugiura, Saki Yamamoto, Shin-ichiro Agake, Julieta Anarna, Haruo Tanaka, Soh Sugihara, Shin Okazaki, Tadashi Yokoyama, Michiko Yasuda, Naoko Ohkama-Ohtsu
Summary: This study aimed to determine the effect of sulfur (S) application on a root-associated microbial community. The results showed that S application significantly increased the secretion of organic acids from soybean roots, leading to changes in the microbial community structure. Several plant growth-promoting bacteria were found in the rhizosphere, which can be harnessed for crop productivity.
Review
Environmental Sciences
F. Fatima, M. M. Ahmad, S. R. Verma, N. Pathak
Summary: Phosphorus is crucial for plant growth and development, but its deficiency can have negative impacts on soil fertility and the ecosystem. Utilizing phosphate solubilizing microbes as an alternative can help overcome phosphorus deficiency in a sustainable way, and their exploitation in the field of nanotechnology presents both challenges and potential benefits for agriculture.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Bernardo Sachman-Ruiz, Arnoldo Wong-Villarreal, Liliana Aguilar-Marcelino, Luis Fernando Lozano-Aguirre, Saul Espinosa-Zaragoza, Ana Laura Reyes-Reyes, Diana Sanzon-Gomez, Ana Isabel Mireles-Arriaga, Rodrigo Romero-Tirado, Marisol Karina Rocha-Martinez, Juan Diego Perez-de la Rosa, Ricardo Sanchez-Cruz, Jaime Adriel Gomez-Gutierrez
Summary: The nematicidal and acaricidal activity of three Enterobacter endophytic strains isolated from Mimosa pudica nodules was evaluated in this study. These strains exhibited potential as biocontrol agents and plant growth-promoting bacteria in agricultural crops based on their characteristics and genetic analysis.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Fahad Shafiq, Sumera Anwar, Firdaus-e-Bareen, Lixin Zhang, Muhammad Ashraf
Summary: Biochar, a carbon black material used since ancient times in Latin America, has been synthesized into nano-sized biochar (nano-BC) in modern civilization. The review provides insights into the properties and synthesis of nano-BC, as well as its potential to improve soil fertility and crop production. Mechanistic insights are provided on how nano-BC can enhance soil health and promote plant growth, while potential negative effects are also discussed.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alessandro Fasso, Jacopo Rodeschini, Alessandro Fusta Moro, Qendrim Shaboviq, Paolo Maranzano, Michela Cameletti, Francesco Finazzi, Natalia Golini, Rosaria Ignaccolo, Philipp Otto
Summary: The air in the Lombardy region, Italy, is heavily polluted due to limited air circulation and high emission levels. The agricultural sector is identified as a significant contributor to air quality. This paper presents a comprehensive dataset consisting of air quality, weather, emissions, livestock, and land and soil use data from 2016-2021 in Lombardy, which can be used for research purposes.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tianling Li, Chenxu Wang, Wentao Ji, Zhengguo Wang, Weishou Shen, Yanfang Feng, Ming Zhou
Summary: Accurately monitoring ammonia emissions from livestock and poultry breeding sources is crucial for assessing total emissions and promoting sustainable agriculture practices. This review systematically summarizes recent advancements in ammonia emission monitoring technologies and introduces microfluidics and membrane technologies for monitoring ammonia emissions from livestock and poultry breeding sources.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Disha Dasgupta, Anamika Paul, Krishnendu Acharya, Tatiana Minkina, Saglara Mandzhieva, Andrey Vladimirovich Gorovtsov, Nilanjan Chakraborty, Chetan Keswani
Summary: Bio-inoculation involves the association of plants with beneficial microorganisms, specifically Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR), which can directly or indirectly help plants with root development, nitrogen fixation, stress tolerance, and overall soil health improvement. The use of PGPR as biofertilizers and for bioremediation techniques can reduce chemical dependency in agriculture. This review focuses on understanding the convergence strategies of signaling molecules and the ambiguities of signaling activities in plants due to their interaction with PGPR under environmental stressed conditions.
Article
Microbiology
Claudia Covas, Goncalo Figueiredo, Margarida Gomes, Tiago Santos, Sonia Mendo, Tania S. Caetano
Summary: Secondary metabolites from environmental bacteria provide solutions for various health and environmental challenges. The study focuses on uncovering the diversity of biosynthetic gene clusters encoded in the genomes of Pedobacter spp. The potential for the production of various secondary metabolites, including RiPPs, terpenes, hybrid SMs, PKs, NRPs, and siderophores, is revealed.
Article
Entomology
C. M. Senthil Kumar, T. K. Jacob, S. Devasahayam, Sharon D'Silva, N. K. Krishna Kumar
Article
Zoology
C. M. Senthil Kumar, T. K. Jacob, S. Devasahayam, Sharon D'Silva, J. Jinsha, S. Rajna
JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY
(2015)
Article
Zoology
C. M. Senthil Kumar, T. K. Jacob, S. Devasahayam, Sharon D'Silva, P. G. Nandeesh
JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY
(2016)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Hui Shang, Tyler A. Garretson, C. M. Senthil Kumar, Robert F. Dieter, Xiao-Wen Cheng
JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2017)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Senthil C. M. Kumar, Jacob Thuruthumkara Kurian, Devasahayam Selvakaran, Hariharan Vasudevan, Sharon D'Silva
ANNALS OF APPLIED BIOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Thuruthumkara K. Jacob, Chellappa M. Senthil Kumar, Selvakaran Devasahayam, Sharon D'Silva, Rathinampillai Senthil Kumar, Chakkiyanickal N. Biju, Ravindran Praveena, Shettahalli K. J. Ankegowda
ANNALS OF APPLIED BIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Microbiology
C. M. Senthil Kumar, T. K. Jacob, S. Devasahayam, C. Geethu, V. Hariharan
Summary: This study reports the natural infection of Conogethes punctiferalis by the entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium pingshaense, which showed high virulence against the pest. The isolated strain holds promise for the development of a potential mycoinsecticide against C. punctiferalis.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
C. M. Senthil Kumar, T. K. Jacob, S. Devasahayam, Sharon D'Silva, C. Geethu
Summary: In this study, the biocontrol potential of a recently isolated fungus, Lecanicillium psalliotae, for managing cardamom thrips was evaluated. The results showed that soil application of the fungus significantly reduced capsule damage by thrips. The compatibility of the fungus with commonly used pesticides in cardamom was also tested. Additionally, an integrated pest management module, incorporating the fungus, recommended insecticide, and reduced-risk insecticide, was developed for the management of the thrips.
BIOLOGICAL CONTROL
(2022)
Editorial Material
Food Science & Technology
Santhosh J. Eapen, Lijo Thomas, R. Praveena, C. M. Senthil Kumar
Summary: While the pesticide industry in India is regulated, there are gaps in the registration and availability of plant protection products (PPPs), especially for spice crops. The limited number of registered pesticides and the absence of maximum residue limits (MRL) for several pesticides affect both domestic and international trade of spices. Policy interventions and strategies are needed to address the challenges faced by stakeholders in the spice industry, as India is the world's leading producer and exporter of spices.
JOURNAL OF CONSUMER PROTECTION AND FOOD SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Zoology
C. M. Senthil Kumar, T. K. Jacob, S. Devasahayam, Kunhiraman C. Rajeshkumar, Sneha S. Lad, Sharon D'Silva, C. Geethu
Summary: A new species of entomopathogenic fungus, named Metarhizium indicum, has been discovered in India. This fungus causes natural epidemics in leafhoppers infesting the Malabar tamarind tree, resulting in over 60% mortality of the insects. It has been identified as a new addition to the genus Metarhizium based on its distinct morphology and genetic analysis.
JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Vera Analise Schommer, Mateus Torres Nazari, Flavia Melara, Julia Catiane Arenhart Braun, Alan Rempel, Lara Franco dos Santos, Valdecir Ferrari, Luciane Maria Colla, Aline Dettmer, Jeferson Steffanello Piccin
Summary: This review introduces the techniques and mechanisms of bacteria immobilization on biochar, as well as its applications in bioremediation and agriculture. The immobilization characteristics of biochar depend on pyrolysis methods, raw materials, and properties of biochar. Scanning electron microscope and colony forming unit analysis are commonly used to verify the immobilization efficiency. Applying biochar-immobilized bacteria can improve soil quality, plant growth, and crop yield.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Microbiology
Manoj Kumar Solanki, Naveen Chandra Joshi, Prashant Kumar Singh, Sandeep Kumar Singh, Gustavo Santoyo, Lucas Carvalho Basilio de Azevedo, Ajay Kumar
Summary: The rhizosphere microbiome plays a crucial role in plant growth and health. Rhizosphere engineering can be used to modify the microbiome and improve plant productivity and resilience.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Microbiology
Xin Cao, Xing-Wang Cheng, Yin-Ying Liu, Hong-Wei Dai, Ren-You Gan
Summary: Maintaining oral health is crucial for overall well-being. Imbalances in oral microorganisms can lead to various infectious diseases. Exploring alternatives for prevention and management of oral infections is important due to limitations of current treatments. Natural products offer potential as reliable, effective, and affordable therapeutic options for oral infectious diseases.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Microbiology
Jose David Flores-Felix, Ana Carolina Goncalves, Sara Meirinho, Ana Raquel Nunes, Gilberto Alves, Cristina Garcia-Viguera, Diego A. Moreno, Luis R. Silva
Summary: The application of bacterial biofortifiers is increasing and has been shown to improve the nutritional characteristics of blueberries in Portugal.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Microbiology
Asma Sani, Wan-Qi Qin, Jia-Yi Li, Yi-Fan Liu, Lei Zhou, Shi-Zhong Yang, Bo-Zhong Mu
Summary: This article summarizes the structural diversity of microbial lipopeptide biosurfactants and their applications as biocontrol agents in plants. Lipopeptides have low toxicity and wide range of applications, making them important in the pesticide industry.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Microbiology
Xiao-Yu Sun, Jie Deng, Chenhui Zhang, Sin-Yee Fung, Kam-Leung Siu, Ying-Ying Cheng, Liumei Ye, Jiaoxia Qin, Ke Wang, Jiu-Xin Qu, Wenying Gao, Fuxiang Wang, Dong-Yan Jin, Liang Yang
Summary: In this study, a novel c-di-GMP binding protein SodA that regulates oxidative stress tolerance in S. maltophilia was identified. The enzyme activity of SodA was shown to be directly modulated by c-di-GMP through various in vivo and in vitro experiments.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2024)
