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{"title":"Nano-biotechnology in growth promotion and abiotic stress tolerance","authors":"Sarvajeet Singh Gill , Ritu Gill , Jitendra K. Nagar , Faheem Ahmed , Narendra Tuteja","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100078","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100078","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100078"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000214/pdfft?md5=0a1e094fdd717627fe2c0d2bf469e99a&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000214-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141095113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Recent progress on nanoemulsions mediated pesticides delivery: Insights for agricultural sustainability","authors":"Rachna Gupta ,&nbsp;Parth Malik ,&nbsp;Ruma Rani ,&nbsp;Raghu Solanki ,&nbsp;Rakesh Kumar Ameta ,&nbsp;Vibhuti Malik ,&nbsp;Tapan Kumar Mukherjee","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100073","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100073","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Nature friendly and sustainable practices have been the prominent aspects reviving the modern agricultural practices. Development of broad spectrum insecticides with the minimal use, maximum efficacy and least environmental deterioration are swiftly emerging as reliable measures. Analogous to drug delivery in animal and human cells, nanocarriers are swiftly emerging as biocompatible and nature friendly aids for pesticide delivery to the agricultural crops. These practices manifest a higher importance for the agriculturally intensive global economies, wherein substantial livelihood means are eventually dependent on agriculture. Amicably transcended from the extraordinary investigational success for drug delivery, trafficking of pesticides through nanoemulsions has emerged as a boost to safeguard the environment and aquatic habitats in particular. The nanoemulsions, with the option of varying surfactant and co-surfactants, engineer the slow release of pesticides which could be targeted for the pest specific elimination. The outcomes have already eased the farmer’s economy besides significantly moderating the toxicity. The threat to soil and surrounding water bodies has been the most significant, wherein almost 90% of the unaided pesticide used to run off as excessive chemical load in the soils or water bodies. The constitutional robustness of emulsions with varied hydrophilic-lipophilic balances and surfactant-co-surfactant stoichiometries have been the distinguishing aspect for the pesticide delivery to the crops. With such insights, this review article focuses on emulsification, the distinguishing working principles, physicochemical characterization driven performance control parameters and finally a discussion of past five year attempts encompassing nanocarrier mediated pesticide delivery for sustainable agriculture and reduced environmental stress.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100073"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000160/pdfft?md5=530adc79815178f7294214c85067264d&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000160-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140771989","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Impact of sonication time in nanoparticle synthesis on the nutrition and growth of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) plant","authors":"Guzin Tombuloglu ,&nbsp;Yassine Slimani ,&nbsp;Huseyin Tombuloglu ,&nbsp;Moneerah Alsaeed ,&nbsp;Emine Akyuz Turumtay ,&nbsp;Huseyin Sozeri ,&nbsp;Sultan Akhtar ,&nbsp;Munirah A. Almessiere ,&nbsp;Halbay Turumtay ,&nbsp;Abdulhadi Baykal","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100075","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100075","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Nanotechnology in agricultural applications is promising in improving plant nutrition and yield, pest control, and gene delivery. However, the method to synthesize nanoparticles or nanocomposites (NCs) can play a crucial role in determining the characteristics of NCs, such as size and morphology, which may be critical factors affecting plant nutrition and NCs` potential toxicity. This study elucidates the effect of sonication time in synthesizing NCs on its characteristics and plant use efficiency. For this purpose, a hard/soft nanocomposite (NC) (CoFe₂O₄/Ni_0.8Cu_0.1Zn_0.1Fe₂O₄) was sonochemically synthesized at different sonication times (20 and 60 minutes) and comprehensively characterized. They were hydroponically applied to wheat seedlings (50, 100, 200, 400, and 800 mg/L). The physiological, morphological, and nutritional status of the seedlings were determined. The results showed that an increase in sonication time decreased the mean NC size: 26.7 nm (20 minutes) and 17.4 nm (60 minutes). Photosynthetic parameters, growth, and biomass were gradually reduced with the increasing NC concentrations, revealing their toxic effect. However, treating NCs at 60 min significantly improved the average root length, suggesting its beneficial role for plant growth at the germination stage. The content of elements in the composition of the NCs (Fe, Zn, Co, Ni, and Cu) was remarkably higher in the NC-treated roots compared to the untreated controls. In addition, 60 minutes of preparation showed better plant uptake than 20 minutes. This is the first study to evaluate the effect of sonication time in the preparation of NC on plant nutrition and their fate in plants.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100075"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000184/pdfft?md5=db582601c6ede1a6f7cd44e9533aa3ef&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000184-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140905278","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Vermiculture-based molybdenum oxide nanoparticles synthesis, optimization, characterization and its impact on seed germination and seedling characteristics in green gram (Vigna radiata)","authors":"Suganya Paulraj ,&nbsp;Krishnamoorthi Raman ,&nbsp;Kwang-sun Kim ,&nbsp;Mahalingam Pambayan Ulagan","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100074","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100074","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Here, we report the biosynthesis of molybdenum oxide (Mo₅O₁₄) nanoparticles (NPs) by co-precipitation methods using various vermiculture-based extracts and their impact on seed germination in <em>Vigna radiata</em>. The synthesis of Mo₅O₁₄ NPs was initially characterized by a color change from yellow to white and a surface plasmon resonance (SPR) peak at 360 nm in UV–visible spectroscopic analysis. In addition, X-ray diffraction (XRD) data revealed that the Mo₅O₁₄ NPs were crystalline with a tetragonal structure and a size of 35.32–41.86 nm. Furthermore, fourier transform infrared (FTIR) analysis of NPs absorption bands revealed the presence of unique functional groups, such as -OH stretching, CH₂ stretching, and primary amide groups, providing strong evidence that the native protein served to a reduce, cap, and stabilize Mo₅O₁₄ NPs. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) images revealed that the ultrastructural profile of Mo₅O₁₄ NPs formed rod particles with an average particle length of 102 nm and width of 33 nm. The energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) pattern analysis confirmed the presence of Mo and O ions. Finally, the effects of Mo₅O₁₄ NPs on <em>Vigna radiata</em> seed fresh and dry biomass characteristics, root and shoot length, and seed germination were investigated, and it was found that a significant increase in the seed germination rate of all seven vermiculture-based Mo₅O₁₄ NPs was observed at 200 ppm. Consequently, our work provides a step forward in the development of vermiculture-based Mo₅O₁₄ NPs as a promising green agrochemical nano-fertilizer.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100074"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000172/pdfft?md5=b3c4657370d62de54068b6fdc0b1cf34&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000172-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140638727","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Terminalia bellirica (Gaertn.) Roxb. extract-mediated green synthesis of magnesium oxide nanoparticles for multifunctional applications","authors":"Pradnya V. Patil ,&nbsp;Nisha A. Nerlekar ,&nbsp;Aviraj R. Kuldeep ,&nbsp;Pradnya P. Patil ,&nbsp;Prafull B. Dandge ,&nbsp;Tukaram D. Dongale ,&nbsp;Padma B. Dandge ,&nbsp;Gajanan S. Rashinkar","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100069","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100069","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Green synthesis has emerged as a pivotal facet of nanotechnology, garnering significant attention for its inherent safety and eco-friendly attributes. This study presents a novel approach utilizing phytochemicals derived from <em>Terminalia bellirica</em> (Gaertn.) Roxb. fruit extract for the environmentally benign synthesis of magnesium oxide (MgO) nanoparticles. The resultant MgO nanoparticles were comprehensively characterized using UV–visible spectroscopy, X-ray Diffractometer (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Energy dispersive X-ray (EDX), and High-Resolution-Transmission Electron Microscope (HR-TEM). The synthesized MgO nanoparticles exhibited remarkable stability, evidenced by zeta potential of −8.84 mV and an average size of 73.41 nm. In an eco-physiological context, the application of MgO nanoparticles at a concentration of 5 mg/100 ml significantly enhanced shoot length (7.94±0.70 cm), root length (8.44±0.53 cm), moisture content (97.16±0.83%), and chlorophyll expression (18.34±0.99 mg/g fresh weight (FW)) in <em>Trigonella foenum-graecum</em> seedlings. Furthermore, the MgO nanoparticles demonstrated biocompatibility with soil bacteria and exhibited potent photocatalytic activity, achieving a 42% degradation efficiency of the organic dye methyl orange under UV irradiation for 60 minutes. In the realm of biomedical applications, MgO nanoparticles displayed dose-dependent cytotoxicity against human breast cancer cells (MCF-7), with an IC₅₀ value of 37.39±0.05 µg/ml. Remarkably, MgO nanoparticles were also harnessed for their memcapacitive properties, showcasing excellent non-volatile memory characteristics, including endurance for 15,000 cycles and retention for 4000 seconds. In summary, this study underscores the multifunctional prowess of MgO nanoparticles synthesized through <em>Terminalia bellirica</em> fruit extract, spanning applications in plant physiology, environmental remediation, cancer therapeutics, and nanoelectronics. The environmentally conscious synthesis approach and diverse functionalities presented herein position these nanoparticles as future promising candidates for sustainable and versatile technological advancements.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100069"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000123/pdfft?md5=3182e95c34352e02bfc5509f519f0127&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000123-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140638728","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Copper nanoparticles from chemical, physical, and green synthesis to medicinal application: A review","authors":"Mehrab Pourmadadi ,&nbsp;Roghaieh Holghoomi ,&nbsp;Amin shamsabadipour ,&nbsp;Reza Maleki-baladi ,&nbsp;Abbas Rahdar ,&nbsp;Sadanand Pandey","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100070","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100070","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This article examines the viability of utilizing plant biomolecules in the environmentally sustainable synthesis of copper nanoparticles (Cu NPs). By harnessing their intrinsic capabilities of reduction and capping, plants present an environmentally friendly and economically viable substitute for conventional synthesis techniques. Through the manipulation of diverse parameters throughout the synthesis procedure, scientists are capable of attaining Cu NPs in the desired shapes and sizes, thereby customizing them to suit particular applications. This review centers on copper owing to its cost-effectiveness in comparison to other frequently utilized metals such as gold and silver. It explores the mechanisms that govern the environmentally friendly synthesis of Cu NPs. We conduct an exhaustive analysis of their wide-ranging medical and healthcare applications, emphasizing their capacity to fundamentally transform numerous treatment approaches. Furthermore, the review offers valuable perspectives on alternative synthesis techniques, facilitating a comparative evaluation and enabling well-informed choices to be made regarding particular applications. Through the integration of knowledge regarding environmentally friendly synthesis methods, a wide range of practical implementations, and economic factors, the objective of this review is to furnish a valuable asset to scientists, researchers, and healthcare practitioners who are investigating the capacity of Cu NPs to propel medical progress.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100070"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000135/pdfft?md5=e7d872b6b70e02e26144d67586f37171&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000135-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140638725","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Sunlight and microwave catalyzed comparative biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using in-vitro and in-vivo biomass of Fagonia schweinfurthii Hadidi, its antibacterial activity and phytotoxicity","authors":"Nitin Suryakant Kadam ,&nbsp;Deepak Bhaskar Shelke ,&nbsp;Archana Ashok Naik ,&nbsp;Rajesh Dattatraya Tak ,&nbsp;Pooja Jignesh Doshi ,&nbsp;Tukaram Dayaram Nikam","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100071","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100071","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In the present study, we explore the potential of <em>Fagonia schweinfurthii</em> Hadidi (FS) in-vivo plant material and in-vitro-grown callus as a bio-template for AgNPs synthesis, highlighting its eco-friendly and bio-inspired sustainable approach. The comparative efficacy of natural plant material and its callus culture was assessed for AgNP synthesis by employing both sunlight and microwave irradiation as separate synthesis methods. This yielded four distinct types of AgNPs denoted as CS-AgNPs, PS-AgNPs, CM-AgNPs, and PM-AgNPs. Sunlight-irradiated AgNP synthesis optimized at near to neutral pH (6.6), whereas microwave-assisted synthesis needed a basic pH for synthesis. Optimization of these AgNPs involved varying concentrations of AgNO₃, plant aqueous extract (PAE), and callus aqueous extract (CAE) of FS, exposure time to sunlight and microwave radiation, as well as pH adjustments. The particle size of these AgNPs ranged from 5 to 30 nm, having a crystalline nature with a similar fringe width of 0.22 nm, as observed from HR-TEM analysis. These AgNPs showed significant antibacterial properties against the clinical isolates with λmax 420 nm. Importantly, CAE outperformed PAE for the biosynthesis of AgNPs, mainly in the presence of sunlight-producing CS-AgNPs. These CS-AgNPs are rapidly synthesized, well dispersed and stable, showing significant antibacterial activity, and the least environmental phytotoxicity. It promoted the number of secondary roots, seedling DW, and TWC with 100% seed germination. This highlights their sustainable features for exploring industrial eco-friendly nonmanufacturing of AgNPs using callus culture and sunlight irradiation.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100071"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000147/pdfft?md5=52900edd08cafdd7eb16a9fdce1be611&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000147-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140638726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Tb-doped strontium aluminate nanophosphor: Cytotoxicity, phytotoxicity, and bioimaging in plant cells","authors":"Neenu Mary Thomas ,&nbsp;Naijil George ,&nbsp;M.O. Viji ,&nbsp;E.I Anila","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100072","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100072","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study explores the novel application of terbium-doped strontium aluminate nanoparticles for fluorescence imaging in plant cells. The study encompasses microwave assisted solid state synthesis as well as the structural and optical characterization of terbium-doped strontium aluminate nanophosphors, their toxicity studies in plant and animal cells and their use as a fluorescent dye for plant imaging. The X-ray diffraction pattern analysis, along with Rietveld refinement studies, show the formation of SrAl₂O₄ as a dominant crystalline phase. Photoluminescence investigations demonstrate green emission from Tb³⁺ transition levels. <em>In vitro</em> biocompatibility of terbium-doped strontium aluminate nanophosphors was studied using L929 fibroblast cells. The plant <em>Clitoria ternatea</em> was used to examine phytotoxicity. The samples' potential for bioimaging was further investigated. Our findings reveal improved growth of seedlings, positioning these nanoparticles as promising tools in plant-related research. This study advances our understanding of nanoparticle-plant interactions and holds potential for transformative applications in agriculture<strong>.</strong></p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100072"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000159/pdfft?md5=5d87db5fc25b72b9eb522fc005753c77&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000159-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140644752","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Curcumin and carvacrol co-loaded zein nanoparticles: Comprehensive preparation and assessment of biological activities in pest control","authors":"Patricia Luiza de Freitas Proença ,&nbsp;Estefânia Vangelie Ramos Campos ,&nbsp;Tais Germano Costa ,&nbsp;Renata de Lima ,&nbsp;Ana Cristina Preisler ,&nbsp;Halley Caixeta de Oliveira ,&nbsp;Claudiane Martins da Rocha ,&nbsp;Daniel Junior de Andrade ,&nbsp;Kelly Cristina Goncalves ,&nbsp;Ricardo Antonio Polanczyk ,&nbsp;Leonardo Fernandes Fraceto","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100067","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100067","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>To address the escalating global demand for food production, it is imperative to minimize agricultural losses caused by pests, accounting for up to 40 % of the substantial worldwide losses of 70 billion USD. While conventional pesticides raise environmental concerns, environmentally friendly alternatives like curcumin and carvacrol face low biological activity due to their low solubility and premature degradation in environmental conditions, that is, degradation can occur due to solar radiation, high temperature, etc., before the active ingredients can exert its full potential. This study introduces zein-based nanocarriers encapsulating curcumin and carvacrol, exhibiting favorable characteristics. Cytotoxicity tests indicate approximately 60% viability for fibroblast cell lines compared to 20% for keratinocyte cell lines. The nanoencapsulated compounds exhibit promising biological activity against soybean pests, mites, and caterpillars, without causing phytotoxicity. <em>Tetranychus urticae</em> mortality rates reach 77.1 ± 11.5 %, and nanoencapsulated ingredients demonstrate higher repellency (61.1 ± 8.8%) than emulsified ones (51.1 ± 5.4 %). Nanoencapsulated ingredients exhibit significantly higher mortality rates for <em>Spodoptera cosmioides</em> and <em>Spodoptera eridania</em>, underscoring the potential of nanoencapsulation in bolstering bioactivity against specific pests and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100067"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S277311112400010X/pdfft?md5=1e637776a33c152158a85b752ed95748&pid=1-s2.0-S277311112400010X-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140548228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Fertigation of NaCl-stressed lentil and soybean plants with silica nanoparticles improves seed yield and nutritional attributes","authors":"Mahima Misti Sarkar,&nbsp;Ashis Sarkar,&nbsp;Swarnendu Roy","doi":"10.1016/j.plana.2024.100068","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plana.2024.100068","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Lentil (<em>Lens culinaris</em>) and soybean (<em>Glycine max</em>) are proteinaceous legumes susceptible to salinity stress. This study aimed to evaluate the fertigating potential of silica nanoparticles (SiNPs) in improving the physiochemical status, yield parameters, and seed nutritional qualities of the legumes exposed to salinity stress. Characterization of the synthesized SiNPs revealed amorphous, round-shaped particles, a size of 15–40 nm, and a surface charge of −6.18 mV. Different concentrations of SiNPs (0, 1, 5, 10 g/L) were applied to the plants in combination with four different concentrations of NaCl (0, 200, 400, 600 mM) during the reproductive phase of plants. The results indicated that the SiNPs (especially 10 g/L) efficiently reduced the negative impacts of salinity by improving the physiochemical parameters (growth, pigments, primary metabolites, antioxidant enzymes). Similarly, the improvement in yield parameters (pods per plant, pod length, seeds/10 pods, etc.) and seed nutritional attributes (protein, sugar, free amino acids, free fatty acid, polyphenol contents, etc.) were observed irrespective of the NaCl concentrations. Specifically, applying 10 g/L SiNPs enhanced the total pod numbers by 1.70, and 1.57 folds; and the total number of seeds/10 pods by 1.44, and 1.65 in lentil and soybean plants, respectively, compared to the control set (600 mM NaCl). Moreover, the seed protein content was augmented by 3.29, and 1.30 folds compared to the 600 mM NaCl stressed plants (lentil and soybean, respectively) when treated with 10 g/L SiNPs. Therefore, it can be concluded that SiNPs can be used sustainably to improve yield and nutritional attributes under stressed conditions.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":101029,"journal":{"name":"Plant Nano Biology","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100068"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773111124000111/pdfft?md5=70cadcd0aea78758d71c7d47fe451a49&pid=1-s2.0-S2773111124000111-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140349858","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}