Novel quinoxalinone-1,2,3-triazole derivatives as potential antifungal agents for plant anthrax disease: Design, synthesis, antifungal activity and SAR study
September 2024
A series of quinoxalinone-1,2,3-triazole derivatives have been synthesized and tested for antifungal activity against phytopathogenic fungus through mycelial growth inhibition in vitro, spore germination...
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A new binding mode for ecdysteroid analog tebufenozide as a multitargeted IGR with chitinase
September 2024
Tebufenozide, an efficient insect growth regulator (IGR) against lepidopteran pests, presents a novel mode of action with minimal non-target impact. By competing with ecdysteroids for ecdysone receptor...
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Novel derivative compound produced from carbofuran insecticide degradation and transformation promoted by Pseudomonasfluorescens
September 2024
Carbofuran insecticide is one of the insecticides most often used by Indonesian farmers. The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) 2011 in the decision of UNEP/FAO/RC/CRC.11/6, agreed that the active...
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Recent advances in keratinase production via protein engineering, breeding, and fermentation
September 2024
The gene editing and synthetic biological tools have led to the implementation of diverse metabolic engineering approaches to enhance the production of specific enzymes. Microbial keratinases can convert...
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From tryptophan to gramine: A journey into the mysterious transformation of biocatalysis
Available online 18 September 2024
As a natural alkaloid found extensively in cereal crops, gramine not only plays a crucial role in protecting barley and other grasses from various pests, but also reduces palatability for ruminants....
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The isolation, identification and efficacy of Bacillus velezensis XF-8 in tomato bacterial wilt control
Available online 23 August 2024
Tomato bacterial wilt is an important disease caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, which is harmful to the development of tomato industry and seriously affects the yield and quality of tomato. In this...
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Toxicological response and bioaccumulation of strontium in Triticum durum (Nachit) and Triticum aestivum (Ibtissam)
Available online 22 August 2024
The present study examines the toxicological effects and bioaccumulation of strontium (Sr2+) in two Moroccan wheat species, Triticum durum (Nachit) and Triticum aestivum (Ibtissam). Germination rates...
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Recent developments in the synthesis of pharmacological alkyl phosphonates
Available online 26 July 2024
Organophosphate analogues are commonly occurring structural features that are widely present in numerous natural substances, biologically active molecules and modern pharmaceutical compounds. The development...
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Optimizing role assignment for scaling innovations through AI in agricultural frameworks: An effective approach
Available online 19 July 2024
In the dynamic and constantly evolving world of agriculture, promoting innovation and ensuring sustainable growth are crucial. A planned division of tasks and responsibilities within agricultural systems,...
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Reducing pesticide use: Synthesis and application of ROS-SPC as an efficient nanocarrier and scavenger of reactive oxygen species in plants
June 2024
There is an increasing need to reduce the use of pesticides to reduce their potential threat to food/environmental safety. At the same time, an increase in reactive oxygen species (ROS) induced by abiotic...
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Nature: Methyl-salicylate-mediated plant airborne defense and mechanism of interaction and coevolution between plant viruses, vector insects, and host plants
June 2024
The discipline of plant immunity has developed rapidly in the 21st century and is marked by substantial progress toward understanding the molecular mechanisms of plant immune recognition and the pathogenicity...
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The study of pesticide-fertilizer combination prepared with biochar and chlorantraniliprole and its effectiveness in controlling fall armyworms
June 2024
In this research, a pesticide-fertilizer combination (PFC) was fabricated using chlorantraniliprole and biochar. The PFC had a spherical shape, smooth surface, uniform particles, relatively dense structure...
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Selectivin: A nematicide from parasitic nematodes-specifically activated chemical
June 2024
The latest study published in Nature by Andrew R. Burns, Peter J. Roy and co-authors is highlighted in this paper, they investigated a series of novel nematicidal compounds, including Selectivin-A and...
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Research progress on the synthesis of phenylurea derived plant growth regulators
June 2024
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are chemical substances that imitate the functions of phytohormones to enhance the crop yield and the harvest process. Phenylurea-derived plant growth regulators are known...
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Smart agriculture and nanotechnology: Technology, challenges, and new perspective
June 2024
In the recent past, much nanotechnology research has been done in an effort to increase agricultural productivity. The Green Revolution led to the careless use of pesticides and artificial fertilizers,...
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Structural insights of poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) depolymerases
June 2024
Poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate), PBAT, is one of the most popular plastics nowadays and is becoming a large burden to the environment when PBAT waste is accumulated. Biodegradation of PBAT...
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Abiotic stress-induced gene expression in pineapple as a potential genetic marker
June 2024
Pineapple, a popular tropical fruit with diverse culinary and health applications, has gained significant attention due to its economic importance, health benefits, and scientific exploration. Abiotic...
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Design, synthesis, and insecticidal activity of novel terpenoid ester compounds containing bicyclo[2.2.1] heptane against Aphis gossypii Glover
June 2024
To discover novel and efficient compounds against Aphis gossypii Glover, a series of novel terpene ester derivatives containing the structure of bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane were designed and synthesized using...
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Breaking ground: ABLs and TMKs as co-receptors to perceive extracellular auxin
March 2024
Auxin is an important phytohormone that regulates a string of vital rapid responses, and its signaling perception mechanism has been one of the hot spots of research. It has been shown that the ABP1/TMKs...
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Development of abscisic acid receptor agonists/antagonists and their application prospect in agriculture: An overview
March 2024
Abscisic acid (ABA), a plant hormone, is crucial for regulating various physiological and developmental processes in plants, including adaptation to biotic and abiotic stresses. Recent advancements...
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Nano-controlled release of phytohormones will broaden its application on plant protection
March 2024
Phytohormone is a key regulator of plant growth and development. It has important effects on plant under biotic and abiotic stresses. However, the dose control of phytohormone is always a difficult...
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Emerging role of jasmonic acid in woody plant development
March 2024
Jasmonic acid is a crucial phytohormone that plays a pivotal role, serving as a regulator to balancing plant development and resistance. However, there are analogous and distinctive characteristics...
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