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Harnessing the Rhizosphere Soil Microbiome of Organically Amended Soil for Plant Productivity

open access: yesAgronomy, 2022
Soil degradation remains an ongoing process that is exacerbated by the effects of climate change. Consequently, these processes decrease soil organic matter and nutrient contents, soil biological functions, and plant productivity. The addition of organic
Ayansina Segun Ayangbenro   +7 more
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Application of Molecular Typing Methods for Analysis of Strains of Rickettsiae of the Spotted Fever Group and Rabies Virus

open access: yesПроблемы особо опасных инфекций, 2012
50 strains of spotted fever group (SFG) rickettsiae and 36 lyssaviruses strains from the collection of Omsk Research Institute of Natural Focus Infections were identified and typed using the approaches of molecular biology, epidemiology and ...
S. N. Shpynov   +9 more
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Unravelling the Endophytic Virome Inhabiting Maize Plant

open access: yesAgronomy, 2022
Endophytes are well-known for their symbiotic interaction with plants and their ability to promote plant growth by producing various metabolites. The most well-studied endophytes are bacteria and fungi.
Ayomide Emmanuel Fadiji   +2 more
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Improving Bambara Groundnut Production: Insight Into the Role of Omics and Beneficial Bacteria

open access: yesFrontiers in Plant Science, 2022
With the rise in the world population, environmental hazards caused by chemical fertilizers, and a decrease in food supply due to global climate change, food security has become very pertinent.
Caroline Fadeke Ajilogba   +3 more
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Screening for odorant receptor genes expressed in Aedes aegypti involved in host-seeking, blood-feeding and oviposition behaviors

open access: yesParasites & Vectors, 2022
Background Aedes aegypti is one of the most important vectors of zoonotic diseases worldwide, and its survival and reproductive processes depend heavily on its olfactory system.
Meng Ni   +6 more
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Plant Growth Stage Drives the Temporal and Spatial Dynamics of the Bacterial Microbiome in the Rhizosphere of Vigna subterranea

open access: yesFrontiers in Microbiology, 2022
Bambara groundnut (BGN) is an underutilized legume commonly found in sub-Saharan Africa. It thrives in marginal soils and is resistant to drought stress. Several studies have been carried out on the nutritional properties of BGN, but very little is known
Caroline Fadeke Ajilogba   +3 more
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Focus on New Materials Mimicking Nature

open access: yesScience and Technology of Advanced Materials, 2011
Living organisms have developed highly efficient structures and processes that consume little energy and produce minimal waste. These processes hold important information for nanotechnology and can lead to breakthroughs in the development of technologies with low environmental load. Therefore, interest in nature-inspired materials is increasing in many
Naoe, Hosoda, Hiroshi, Fudouzi
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Trenchant microbiological-based approach for the control of Striga: Current practices and future prospects

open access: yesFrontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2023
Striga species are obligate parasitic weeds most of which are members of the Orobanchaceae family. They are commonly associated with staple crops and constitute threats to food security, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Olumayowa Mary Olowe   +7 more
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Safety Properties of Escherichia coli O157:H7 Specific Bacteriophages: Recent Advances for Food Safety

open access: yesFoods, 2023
Shiga-toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) is typically detected on food products mainly due to cross-contamination with faecal matter. The serotype O157:H7 has been of major public health concern due to the severity of illness caused, prevalence, and
Bukola Opeyemi Oluwarinde   +6 more
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Application of Plant-Derived Nanoparticles (PDNP) in Food-Producing Animals as a Bio-Control Agent against Antimicrobial-Resistant Pathogens

open access: yesBiomedicines, 2022
Antibiotics are regularly used in animal husbandry to treat diseases. This practice is beneficial to animals’ health and helps ensure food security. However, the misuse of antibiotics, especially in food-producing animals, has resulted in the advent of ...
Daniel Jesuwenu Ajose   +6 more
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