Pure and Applied Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(4)
Published: Feb. 20, 2024
In
this
comprehensive
study,
we
investigated
the
allelopathic
interactions
between
Ailanthus
altissima,
a
notorious
invasive
plant,
and
two
important
crops,
Pennisetum
glaucum
(pearl
millet)
Brassica
nigra
(black
mustard).Through
rigorous
experimentation,
explored
effects
of
altissima
extracts
rhizosphere
soil
on
various
growth
parameters
these
crops.Our
results
revealed
concentration-dependent
responses
in
both
millet
mustard
seeds,
with
significant
stimulatory
observed
pearl
germination,
plumule
length,
radicle
fresh
weight
when
exposed
to
specific
extracts,
particularly
5gm
cold
water
extract.Conversely,
methanol
exhibited
inhibitory
parameters.Furthermore,
study
highlighted
subtle
but
statistically
insignificant
influence
seeds'
growth,
shedding
light
complex
dynamics
plants
neighboring
species.These
findings
offer
valuable
insights
into
intricate
mechanisms
governing
provide
foundation
for
understanding
plant-soil
relationships
agricultural
ecosystems,
thereby
contributing
development
sustainable
practices
biodiversity
conservation
efforts.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Dec. 31, 2024
Abstract
Dye-laden
wastewater
poses
a
significant
environmental
and
health
threat.
This
study
investigated
the
potential
of
green-synthesized
zinc
oxide
nanoparticles
(ZnO
NPs),
derived
from
Padina
pavonica
brown
algae
extract,
for
removal
methylene
blue
(MB)
dye.
The
hypothesis
was
that
utilizing
algal
extract
ZnO
NP
synthesis
would
enhance
adsorption
capacity
photocatalytic
activity
dye
removal.
synthesized
NPs,
characterized
by
Infrared
Spectroscopy
(FTIR),
Scanning
Electron
Microscopy
(SEM),
Energy
Dispersive
X-ray
(EDX)
Zeta
Potential,
demonstrated
high
(Qm
=
192.308
mg
g
−1
)
excellent
efficiency
(>
98%)
MB
at
low
concentrations.
Langmuir
isotherm
pseudo-second-order
kinetic
models
best
fit
experimental
data,
suggesting
monolayer
chemisorption
as
primary
mechanisms.
Notably,
green
NPs
exhibited
greater
under
direct
sunlight
irradiation
compared
to
other
light
sources.
Additionally,
these
displayed
antimicrobial
properties
against
various
bacteria,
indicating
water
disinfection.
research
offers
sustainable
environmentally
friendly
approach
treatment
efficient
disinfection
applications.
Plants,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(7), P. 1075 - 1075
Published: April 1, 2025
Maize
(Zea
mays
L.),
an
important
crop
used
for
animal
feed
and
human
consumption,
is
currently
threatened
by
water
shortage.
Recently,
the
usage
of
nanomaterials
has
attracted
worldwide
attention
due
to
their
applications
in
various
fields.
This
research
aimed
evaluate
comparative
efficacy
different
metal
oxide
nanoparticles
mitigating
drought
stress
maize.
Iron
oxide,
manganese
copper
were
biosynthesized
from
leaf
extract
Conocarpus
erectus
L.
characterized
via
UV-Vis,
XRD,
FTIR,
SEM.
The
synthesized
initially
optimized
at
concentrations
(0,
25,
50,
75,
100
ppm).
doses
each
nanoparticle
then
applied
maize
plants
under
levels
(50%
FC,
75%
100%
FC).
Compared
control,
application
significantly
improved
growth
parameters
30%
50%
27%
26%
FC.
chlorophyll
content
also
35%,
32%,
29%
as
compared
respectively.
antioxidants
(CAT,
POD,
SOD,
APX)
37%,
34%,
31%,
Moreover,
use
resulted
a
significant
decrease
cellular
oxidative
(MDA,
H2O2)
23%
50%FC,
Biosynthesized
FeO
NPs,
MnO
Cu
NPs
have
demonstrated
potential
maize,
suggesting
promising
approach
enhance
performance
water-limited
conditions.
Further
recommended
explore
long-term
impacts
practical
these
findings
sustainable
agriculture.
Nanotechnology Reviews,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Abstract
Gold
nanoparticles
(AuNPs)
have
become
a
valuable
tool
for
enhancing
crop
production
under
both
non-stressed
and
abiotic
stress
conditions.
However,
the
mechanisms
by
which
AuNPs
enter
plant
leaves
boost
growth
yield
are
not
fully
understood.
Abiotic
stresses
negatively
impact
affecting
morphological,
physiological,
metabolic
processes,
such
as
nutrient
water
uptake,
photosynthetic
systems,
antioxidant
activities.
help
protect
membranes,
maintain
balance,
improve
absorption,
they
scavenge
reactive
oxygen
species,
significantly
increase
This
review
explored
biological
synthesis
of
AuNPs,
their
entry
into
leaves,
positive
impacts
on
plants
normal
stressful
It
also
highlighted
several
research
gaps
in
field
AuNP-mediated
tolerance.
comprehensive
serves
an
excellent
resource
future
researchers
interested
using
eco-friendly
approach
to
enhance
tolerance
plants.
