Publications by authors named "Saleha Sadiq"

Citrus is a remarkable fruit crop, extremely sensitive to flooding conditions, which frequently trigger hypoxia stress and cause severe damage to citrus plants. Silicon nanoparticles (SiNPs) are beneficial and have the potential to overcome this problem. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the effect of silicon nanoparticles to overcome hypoxia stress through modulating antioxidant enzyme activity and carbohydrate metabolism.

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Glycolate oxidase (GLO) is an FMN-containing enzyme localized in peroxisomes and performs in various molecular and biochemical mechanisms. It is a key player in plant glycolate and glyoxylate accumulation pathways. The role of GLO in disease and stress resistance is well-documented in various plant species.

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Polyamines (PAs) contribute to diverse plant processes, environmental interaction, and stress responses. In citrus, the mechanism underlying the biosynthesis of polyamines is poorly understood. The present study aims to identify the biosynthesis of PA gene family members in satsuma mandarin () and investigate their response against various stresses.

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Endophytic bacteria are mainly present in the plant's root systems. Endophytic bacteria improve plant health and are sometimes necessary to fight against adverse conditions. There is an increasing trend for the use of bacterial endophytes as bio-fertilizers.

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Citrus canker is a ravaging bacterial disease threatening citrus crops. Its major types are Asiatic Canker, Cancrosis B, and Cancrosis C, caused by pv. (Xcc), pv.

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Article Synopsis
  • Biotechnologists are developing new methods for creating transgenic plants to address challenges like climate change and pesticide resistance, focusing on using green metallic nanoparticles for DNA delivery.
  • In this study, iron nanoparticles were synthesized from green tea leaf extract and Iron Chloride, and their effectiveness was tested for gene transformation in okra plants, achieving optimal results with a specific DNA to nanoparticle ratio.
  • This gene transformation method, which successfully introduced the GFP gene into okra, is noted for being economical, adaptable, and environmentally friendly, potentially improving crop yield and resistance to diseases.
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