Applied Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
5(1), P. 5 - 5
Published: Jan. 5, 2025
This
review
explores
the
diverse
applications
and
therapeutic
potential
of
endophytic
microbes,
emphasizing
both
fungal
bacterial
endophytes.
These
microorganisms
reside
within
plant
tissues
without
causing
harm
play
an
important
role
in
enhancing
growth,
nutrient
acquisition,
resistance
to
pathogens.
They
produce
phytohormones,
facilitate
uptake,
solubilize
essential
nutrients,
fix
nitrogen,
improve
stress
tolerance.
Furthermore,
endophytes
contribute
agricultural
sustainability
by
producing
growth
regulators,
providing
biocontrol
against
pathogens
through
antimicrobial
compounds,
competing
for
resources.
Integrating
microbes
into
practices
can
reduce
reliance
on
chemical
fertilizers
pesticides,
promoting
eco-friendly
sustainable
farming.
highlights
dual
fostering
agriculture
novel
applications.
By
minimizing
dependence
inputs,
support
environmental
health
while
boosting
crop
yields.
The
synthesis
underscores
importance
leveraging
tackle
global
food
security
challenges.
Tobacco
(Nicotiana
tabacum)
black
shank
disease,
caused
by
Phytophthora
nicotianae,
is
a
significant
threat
to
tobacco
crops,
leading
severe
economic
losses.
Prolonged
use
of
agrochemicals
control
this
disease
has
prompted
the
exploration
eco-friendly
biological
strategies.
This
study
investigated
effects
Trichoderma
harzianum,
biocontrol
agent,
on
N.
tabacum
in
comparison
P.
focusing
growth,
biomass,
root
morphology
and
anatomy,
hormonal
changes,
osmotic
regulation.
T.
harzianum
significantly
enhanced
plant
biomass
accumulation,
system
development,
physiological
attributes
such
as
photosynthetic
pigment
levels
antioxidant
enzyme
activity.
In
contrast,
nicotianae
negatively
impacted
these
parameters,
inhibiting
growth
function.
Notably,
increased
proline
content
induced
resistance
mechanisms,
mitigating
stress
promoting
overall
health.
These
findings
highlight
potential
sustainable
solution
for
managing
while
improving
crop
productivity.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 22, 2025
Endophytic
fungi
live
in
healthy
plant
tissues
and
organs
are
a
major
source
of
natural
bioactive
compounds.
In
this
study,
we
found
that
an
endophytic
fungus,
Talaromyces
purpureogenus
CEF642N,
isolated
from
the
cotton
roots,
suppressed
Verticillium
dahliae
by
up
to
53%
after
15
days
confrontation
culture.
Genome
sequencing
CEF642N
mass
spectrometry
study
its
metabolites
were
used
identify
primary
antagonists.
To
further
elucidate
antagonistic
mechanism,
transcriptome
analysis
ultrastructure
observation
pathogen
performed.
The
antagonists
shown
act
on
mitochondria
cell
membranes
pathogen.
addition,
also
had
mycoparasitic
effects
V.
dahliae.
These
results
suggest
has
potential
be
important
biocontrol
agent
for
efficiently
managing
wilt,
severe
disease
affecting
cotton.
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: Feb. 20, 2025
Glutathione
peroxidases
(GPXs)
are
extensively
studied
for
their
indispensable
roles
in
eliminating
reactive
oxygen
species
by
catalyzing
the
reduction
of
hydrogen
peroxide
or
lipid
peroxides
to
prevent
cell
damage.
However,
knowledge
GPXs
plants
still
has
many
gaps
be
filled.
Thus,
we
present
first
systematic
review
(SR)
aimed
at
examining
function
and
protective
role
against
death
subjected
biotic
stress.
To
guide
SR
avoid
bias,
a
protocol
was
developed
that
contained
inclusion
exclusion
criteria
based
on
PRISMA
guidelines.
Three
databases
(PubMed,
Science
Direct,
Springer)
were
used
identify
relevant
studies
this
research
selected.
A
total
28
articles
related
proposed
objective.
The
results
highlight
importance
plant
defense
stress,
including
protecting
death,
similar
anti-apoptotic
animals.
Data
from
gene
expression
protein
accumulation
under
various
stresses
reveal
can
both
increase
resistance
susceptibility
pathogens.
In
addition
antioxidant
functions,
act
as
sensors
transmitters
H2O2
signals,
integrating
with
ABA
signaling
pathway
during
These
findings
show
delay
senescence
reinforce
physical
barriers,
thereby
modulating
Additionally,
functions
linked
cellular
localization,
which
demonstrates
an
evolutionary
relationship
between
isoforms
defense.
This
information
broadens
understanding
molecular
strategies
involving
GPX
provides
foundation
discussions
actions
controlling
necrotrophic
and/or
hemibiotrophic
Journal of Fungi,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(4), P. 284 - 284
Published: April 12, 2024
Pythium-induced
damping-off
of
cucumber
is
a
major
constraint
to
production
in
different
parts
the
world.
Although
chemical
fungicides
are
used
for
managing
this
disease,
they
have
many
drawbacks
environment.
The
ability
antagonistic
fungi
isolated
from
rhizosphere
and
endosphere
Dactyloctenium
robecchii
Moraea
sisyrinchium
control
soilborne
pathogen
Pythium
aphanidermatum
was
inspected.
Native
Trichoderma
isolates,
ghanense
citrinoviride,
were
plant
stem
soil
samples
collected
Al-Seeb,
Oman.
Using
dual
culture
technique,
activity
fungal
isolates
against
P.
examined
vitro.
Among
T.
more
efficient
restraining
mycelial
growth
aphanidermatum,
causing
an
inhibition
percentage
44.6%.
Further,
citrinoviride
induced
significantly
lower
cessation
(31.3%).
Microscopic
electrolyte
leakage
inspection
mycelia
depicted
extreme
morphological
malformations
their
mycelium,
which
can
be
attributed
antifungal
metabolites
antagonists.
Greenhouse
studies
demonstrated
effectivity
controlling
plants,
where
number
surviving
plants
over
90%
when
biocontrol
agents
compared
0
plants.
Furthermore,
treatment
with
antagonists
promoted
characteristics
uninoculated
This
included
improvements
shoot
root
lengths,
leaf
length
width,
dry
weight.
These
findings
suggest
that
developed
as
alternatives
synthetic
manage
pathogens
cucumber.
research
also
first
clarify
caused
by
aphanidermatum.
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: Dec. 8, 2023
In
the
ever-evolving
realm
of
agriculture,
convoluted
interaction
between
plants
and
microorganisms
have
assumed
paramount
significance.
Fungal
endophytes,
once
perceived
as
mere
bystanders
within
plant
tissues,
now
emerged
dynamic
defenders
health.
This
comprehensive
review
delves
into
captivating
world
fungal
endophytes
their
multifaceted
biocontrol
mechanisms.
Exploring
unique
ability
to
coexist
with
hosts,
unlocked
a
treasure
trove
biological
weaponry
fend
off
pathogens
enhance
resilience.
From
synthesis
bioactive
secondary
metabolites
intricate
signaling
pathways
these
silent
allies
are
masters
warfare.
The
is
quite
fascinating
they
engage
in
delicate
dance
immune
system,
orchestrating
symphony
defense
that
challenges
traditional
notions
plant-pathogen
interactions.
journey
through
various
mechanisms
employed
by
enigmatic
combat
diseases,
will
lead
revelational
understanding
sustainable
agriculture.
cutting-edge
research
promising
prospects,
shedding
light
on
how
hold
key
reduction
chemical
inputs
Their
ecological
significance,
potential
for
bioprospecting
avenues
future
also
explored.
exploration
promise
not
only
enrich
our
comprehension
plant-microbe
relationships
but
also,
shape
ecofriendly
agricultural
practices.
this
web
life,
indeed
unsung
heroes,
silently
guarding
crops
illuminating
path
towards
greener,
healthier
tomorrow.