Unveiling the mechanism of micro-and-nano plastic phytotoxicity on terrestrial plants: A comprehensive review of omics approaches by Asad Jamil, Ambreen Ahmad, Muhammad Moeen-ud-din, Yihao Zhang, Yuxuan Zhao, Xiaochen Chen, Xiaoyu Cui, Yindong Tong, Xianhua Liu

“…MNPs can infiltrate plants through roots or leaves, causing a range of toxic effects, including inhibiting water and nutrient uptake, reducing seed germination rates, and impeding photosynthesis, resulting in oxidative damage within the plant system. …”
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A meta-analysis on plant growth and heavy metals uptake with the application of 2,4-epibrassinolide in contaminated soils by Kuiju Niu, Hong Xiao, Yong Wang, Ting Cui, Chunxu Zhao

“…EBR application enhanced photosynthesis and the mitigation of oxidative damage by significantly boosting antioxidant enzyme activity, non-enzymatic antioxidants, and metabolites. …”
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Perspectives on Structural, Physiological, Cellular, and Molecular Responses to Desiccation in Resurrection Plants by Yathisha Neeragunda Shivaraj, Plancot Barbara, Bruno Gugi, Maïté Vicré-Gibouin, Azeddine Driouich, Sharatchandra Ramasandra Govind, Akash Devaraja, Yogendra Kambalagere

“…It has also been observed that significant alterations in the process of photosynthesis and photosystem (PS) II activity along with changes in the antioxidant enzyme system also increased the cell wall and membrane fluidity resulting in DT. …”
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Phosphomolybdic acid boosts polyunsaturated fatty acid and neutral lipid production in Phaeodactylum tricornutum by Kun-Tao Peng, Bing-Hong Xiong, Gao Cheng, Gao Cheng, Yuan-Hong Zhong, Yuan-Hong Zhong, Lin Yu, Lin Yu

“…In this study, phosphomolybdic acid (PMo12), as a photocatalyst, can enhance the synthesis of neutral lipids and PUFAs by influencing the expression of lipid metabolism-related genes and photosynthesis in P. tricornutum. We also observed the contents of EPA and PUFA in engineered microalgae nearly doubled compared to the wild type, while neutral lipid content showed a significant increase of 69.7% in engineered microalgae. …”
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High-Density Genetic Map Construction and QTL Detection for Cotyledon Color in Faba Bean Based on Double Digest Restriction-Site Associated DNA Sequencing (ddRAD-Seq) by Changcai Teng, Hongyan Zhang, Wanwei Hou, Ping Li, Xianli Zhou, Yujiao Liu

“…The above interval contained 2021 genes, 20 of which were involved in photosynthesis, but no <i>SGR</i> or genes with similar functions were identified. …”
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Insights of cellular and molecular changes in sugarcane response to oxidative signaling by Lucas Felipe Silva, Kellya F. M. Barreto, Helaine Cristiane Silva, Iara Dantas de Souza, Carlos H. S. G. Meneses, Adriana F. Uchôa, Katia C. Scortecci

“…Functional annotation through Gene Ontology and KEGG pathway enrichment showed that oxidative signaling led to the repression of photosynthesis-related pathways in leaves, while promoting pathways related to protein processing, glycolysis, and carbon metabolism in roots. …”
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Avicennia alba, an Additional Potential Carbon Sequester in Mangrove Ecosystems by Nur Hasyimah Ramli, Nursyazni Abdul Rahim, Nur Azimah Osman, Norrizah Jaafar Sidik, Nabilah Mawi, Nor Bazilah Razali, Farah Ayuni Farinordin

“…Increased concentrations of CO₂ enhance the development and survival of seedlings by promoting greater photosynthesis and more effective water use. The decrease in leaf production is most likely due to a shift in resource allocation, where plants prioritize the accumulation of total biomass over leaf formation. …”
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New Approach of the Oxidant Peroxo Method (OPM) Route to Obtain Ti(OH)4 Nanoparticles with High Photocatalytic Activity under Visible Radiation by André E. Nogueira, Lucas S. Ribeiro, Luiz F. Gorup, Gelson T. S. T. Silva, Fernando F. B. Silva, Caue Ribeiro, Emerson R. Camargo

“…Therefore, this work describes the preparation and characterization of a Ti(OH)4 catalyst with the modified surface for application in the photodegradation of organic compounds (methylene blue (MB) dye and the drug amiloride (AML)) and in the artificial photosynthesis process. Characterization results reveal that peroxo groups on the surface of the catalyst had a great influence on the optical properties of the Ti(OH)4 and consequently in its photocatalytic property. …”
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Distribution and Main Influencing Factors of Net Ecosystem Carbon Exchange in Typical Vegetation Ecosystems of Southern China by Yike Wang, Xia Liu, Weijia Lan, Shuxian Yin, Liya Fan, Boru Mai, Xuejiao Deng

“…However, a noticeable minimum value occurred around noon, mainly due to a combination of heightened photosynthesis, an elevated VPD, and an increased PBL height. (3) Near the light saturation point, decreased VPD improved light utilization, shifting the minimum light use efficiency (LUE) toward lower radiation levels. …”
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Supplements to the <i>Proceedings on Applied Botany, Genetics and Breeding</i>: dedicated to the 115th anniversary of the journal by article Editorial

“…The only exception in the postwar Soviet period was the publication of the collection of guidelines entitled Methods for the Comprehensive Study of Photosynthesis in 1969, formatted as a special supplement to volume 40. …”
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Development of a TSR-based method for understanding structural relationships of cofactors and local environments in photosystem I by Lujun Luo, Tarikul I. Milon, Elijah K. Tandoh, Walter J. Galdamez, Andrei Y. Chistoserdov, Jianping Yu, Jan Kern, Yingchun Wang, Wu Xu

“…Abstract Background All chemical forms of energy and oxygen on Earth are generated via photosynthesis where light energy is converted into redox energy by two photosystems (PS I and PS II). …”
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Solar‐Driven Hydrogen Peroxide Production via BiVO4‐Based Photocatalysts by Hui Ling Tan, Casandra Hui Teng Chai, Jerry Zhi Xiong Heng, Quyen Vu Thi, Xuelian Wu, Yun Hau Ng, Enyi Ye

“…This review explores advancements in BiVO4‐based photocatalysts for H2O2 production, focusing on photocatalytic powder suspension (PS) and photoelectrochemical (PEC) systems, representing the main approaches for heterogenous artificial photosynthesis. An overview of fundamental principles, performance assessment methodologies, photocatalyst and photoelectrode development, and optimization of reaction conditions is provided. …”
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Selecting habitats to reintroduce the endangered species Ardisia gigantifolia (Primulaceae) based on growth and physiological traits by Rong Liu, Dan Xie, Mengling Li, Yanmei Ping, Dongmei Li, Shupeng Dong, Yongjie Yu, Jinguo Zhang, Zulin Ning

“…The results revealed that relative irradiance would be the main factor influencing the photosynthesis and growth of transplanted plantlets. Transplanted plantlets at NX presented the best overall performance in survival, growth and physiology, and presented better physiological performance than wild seedlings at the two current sites, revealing that NX was the optimal habitat for reintroduction of A. gigantifolia. …”
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Assessment of Air Pollution Tolerance and Physicochemical Alterations of Alstonia scholaris (L.) R.Br. along Roadsides of Lahore, Pakistan by Zahid Mehmood, Ali Hasnain, Muhammad Luqman, Sohaib Muhammad, Narayan Babu Dhital, Arooba John, Maryam Iqbal, Amna Ejaz, Matiba Tufail, Harma, Hsi-Hsien Yang, Muhammad Umer Farooq Awan

“…Air pollutants also affect the physiological, morphological and biochemical processes in plants such as stomatal function, photosynthesis, respiration, leaf area, chlorophyll content, amino acid, pH and plant growth. …”
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Transcriptomics Analysis of Maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L.) in Response to the Infection by <i>Setosphaeria turcica</i> by Hui Jia, Pan Li, Bu Tao, Yuwei Liu, Zhihang Liu, Mengfang Zhu, He Zhou, Maocun Wang, Jingao Dong, Shouqin Gu, Xiaodong Gong

“…Notably, genes associated with “benzoxazinone biosynthesis”, “tetracyclic pyrrole biosynthesis”, and “photosynthesis” were all down-regulated. In contrast, DEGs related to “phenol metabolism” and “phenylpropanoid metabolism” were significantly upregulated. …”
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Compensation Mechanisms for Early Maturity and High Yield in Tartary Buckwheat (<i>Fagopyrum tataricum</i>): A Study on ‘Source–Sink’ Relationship and Phosphorus Utilization by Xuling Chen, Li Yang, Chunxia Zhao, Shunjiang Zhao, Ziye Meng, Xiaona Zhang, Qijiao Chen, Kesu Wei, Dabing Xiang, Yan Wan, Yu Fan, Yan Wang, Chenggang Liang

“…Notably, the efficient phosphorus-regulated sugar metabolism in ZKZ1 maintains yield via enhanced ‘flow’ despite photosynthesis decrease. This study highlights the potential of optimizing the ‘source–sink’ relationship and phosphorus utilization in early-maturing, high-yield Tartary buckwheat breeding.…”
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Biomass and Yield in Solanum lycopersicum Expressing a Synthetic Photorespiration Pathway by Laura Dougherty, Bret Cooper, James Bunce, Bryan Vinyard, John Stommel

“…Considerable interest exists in improving the efficiency of photosynthesis and photorespiration to increase crop yields that will address growing world food needs. …”
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Design and fabrication of a device for cleaning greenhouse roofs by Ahmed Amin, Xiaochan Wang, Zhao Lianyuan, Yinyan Shi, Ren Xiaoyan, Mahmoud Okasha, Reda Hassanien Emam Hassanien

“…Consequently, many farmers leave greenhouse roofs dirty, which decreases plant photosynthesis due to the low light intensity. Therefore, this study aimed to design and fabricate a device for cleaning greenhouse roofs. …”
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Domestic sewage irrigation on dynamics of nutrients and heavy metals in soil and wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) production by S. R. Salakinkop, C. S. Hunshal

“…Results Crop growth in terms of photosynthesis, net assimilation rate and dry matter production significantly increased in sewage-irrigated land compared to bore wellirrigated land. …”
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Multi-Feature Driver Variable Fusion Downscaling TROPOMI Solar-Induced Chlorophyll Fluorescence Approach by Jinrui Fan, Xiaoping Lu, Guosheng Cai, Zhengfang Lou, Jing Wen

“…Solar-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF), as a direct indicator of vegetation photosynthesis, offers a more accurate measure of plant photosynthetic dynamics than traditional vegetation indices. …”
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