Research of Agricultural Research Station: المرسلات الحديثة
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Unveiling the resilience mechanism: Strigolactones as master regulators of plant responses to abiotic stresses
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Strigolactones (SLs) are an emerging class of plant hormones that play important roles in plant growth, development, and response to environmental stresses. This review summarizes recent findings on the roles of SLs in ... -
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) yield response to drip irrigation and nitrogen application rates in open-field cultivation in arid environments
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)A field experiment at Qatar University's Agricultural Research Center examined how varying drip irrigation water and nitrogen levels affect tomato yield, quality, and water-use efficiency. The study employed a split-plot ... -
RuBisCO: a sustainable protein ingredient for plant-based foods
( Frontiers Media , 2024 , Article Review)Ribulose bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (RuBisCO), is a widely available plant protein receiving great interest because of its nutritional and functional properties. It can be a valuable source of protein for vegetarians. ... -
Ecological impacts and potential hazards of nickel on soil microbes, plants, and human health
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Nickel (Ni) contamination poses a serious environmental concern, particularly in developing countries: where, anthropogenic activities significantly contributes to Ni accumulations in soils and waters. The contamination ... -
Nano-Priming for Inducing Salinity Tolerance, Disease Resistance, Yield Attributes, and Alleviating Heavy Metal Toxicity in Plants
( MDPI , 2024 , Article Review)In today’s time, agricultural productivity is severely affected by climate change and increasing pollution. Hence, several biotechnological approaches, including genetic and non-genetic strategies, have been developed and ... -
Harnessing rhizospheric core microbiomes from arid regions for enhancing date palm resilience to climate change effects
( Frontiers Media , 2024 , Article Review)Date palm cultivation has thrived in the Gulf Cooperation Council region since ancient times, where it represents a vital sector in agricultural and socio-economic development. However, climate change conditions prevailing ... -
Changes in secondary metabolites contents and stress response in Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge via ScWRKY35 overexpression: insights from a Salvia castanea homolog
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Salvia castanea Diels, a close wild relative to the medicinal plant, Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge, primarily grows in high-altitude regions. While the two species share similar active compounds, their content varies significantly. ... -
Green synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles for removal of carbamazepine in water and soil systems
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant increase in pharmaceutical releases (4 %), which created a pressing global need for solutions. In this study, we explored the use of zinc oxide nanoparticles (GS-ZnONPs) ... -
A critical review on Pulicaria species occurring in Qatar: traditional uses, phytochemistry and biological activities
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)In Qatar, three main species of Pulicaria (from Asteraceae) such as Pulicaria undulata (L.) C.A.Mey, Pulicaria gnaphalodes (Vent.) Boiss. and Pulicaria sicula (L.) Moris are reported. Traditionally, these species have ... -
Zinc Toxicity and Tolerance in Plants
( Wiley , 2023 , Book chapter)Zinc (Zn) is vital for optimum growth not only for plants but also for humans. In plants, Zn supplement either from natural resources/soil or exogenous application is essential for better flowering and fruiting. The ... -
Pre treatment of melatonin rescues cotton seedlings from cadmium toxicity by regulating key physio-biochemical and molecular pathways
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Melatonin, a plant/animal origin hormone, regulates plant response to abiotic stresses by protecting them from oxidative damage. This study identified physiochemical and molecular mechanism of melatonin-induced cadmium ... -
Editorial: Plant secondary metabolites and their effects on environmental adaptation based on functional genomics
( Frontiers Media , 2023 , Other)Secondary metabolites are organic compounds produced by plants that are not directly involved in growth, development, or reproduction, but play important roles in adaptation to the environment (Hu et al., 2018). These ... -
The Dynamics of Phytoremediation of Heavy Metals: Recent Progress and Future Perspective
( Wiley , 2023 , Book chapter)The gradually accelerating and intensive pollution of biosphere with toxic elements has threatened the living beings. This phenomenon seems to be inexorable and unacceptable for the sustainable development, moreover the ... -
Assessment of Heat Risk of Winter Wheat Cropping Based on Long-Term Meteorological Data
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)The frequency of heat events is likely to increase due to global climate change, posing an increasing risk to wheat production. To optimize crop management strategies for coping with future climates, it is crucial to ... -
Silver nanoparticles protect tillering in drought-stressed wheat by improving leaf water relations and physiological functioning
( CSIRO Publishing , 2023 , Article)The tillering phase of wheat (Triticum aestivum) crops is extremely susceptible to drought. We explored the potential of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) in protecting wheat genotypes from drought injury during this sensitive ... -
Ecological risks of microplastics contamination with green solutions and future perspectives
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)The rise of plasticulture as mulching material in farming systems has raised concerns about microplastics (MPs) in the agricultural landscape. MPs are emerging pollutants in croplands and water systems with significant ... -
Molecular Evidence of Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation Inhibition by a Combination of Selected Qatari Medicinal Plants Crude Extracts
( MDPI , 2023 , Article): Breast cancer (BC) is the most common malignancy, and conventional medicine has failed to establish efficient treatment modalities. Conventional medicine failed due to lack of knowledge of the mechanisms that underpin ... -
Superior leaf physiological performance contributes to sustaining the final yield of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) genotypes under terminal heat stress
( Springer , 2023 , Article)This study aimed to optimize methods for identifying heat-tolerant and heat-susceptible cotton plants by examining the relationship between leaf physiology and cotton yield. Cotton accessions were exposed to elevated ... -
Abrin inactivating mitochondrial ribosome induced anther abortion in cotton CMS line LD6A by damaging mitochondrial membrane structure
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Cytoplasmic male sterile (CMS) system has extensively been exploited for hybrid vigor in plant breeding programs. However, its application in many crops is limited due to poor understanding of molecular mechanism of fertility ... -
Improving Nitrogen Acquisition and Utilization Through Root Architecture Remodelling: Insight from Legumes
( Springer , 2023 , Article)In crop species, nutrient deficiency severely damages plant growth and developmental processes, leading to end-yield penalties. Root architecture remodelling is considered a key factor underpinning nutrient-poor soil ...