Microbial inoculants may be called magical bullets because they are small in size but have a
huge impact on plant life and humans. The screening of these beneficial microbes will give …

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are low molecular weight molecules that tend to
evaporate easily at room temperature because of their low boiling points. VOCs are emitted …

Introduction Alternaria solani is a challenging pathogen in the tomato crop globally.
Chemical control is a rapid approach, but emerging fungicide resistance has become a …

Neurodegenerative diseases (NDs) are sporadic maladies that affect patients' lives with
progressive neurological disabilities and reduced quality of life. Neuroinflammation and …

Soil salinization is a global issue that negatively impacts crop yield and has become a prime
concern for researchers worldwide. Many important crop plants are susceptible to salinity …

The Western Ghats of India is recognized as one of the world's eight “hottest hotspots” of
biological diversity. Trichoderma—a well-known biocontrol agent, was explored from this …

Background Research interest in plant essential oils has increased significantly due to their
natural properties and consumer demand for safer methods of food preservation. Plants …

Plants are exposed to a natural habitat where the plants interact in diverse ways with their
natural environment. To study the mechanisms of defense in the plants, microbes and their …

Bacillus velezensis HNA3 displayed dual bioactivities as a plant growth promoter and a
biocontrol agent against five isolated post-harvest phytopathogens: Alternaria alternata …

Introduction Despite their adverse environmental effects, modern agriculture relies heavily
on agrochemicals to manage diseases and pests and enhance plant growth and …