Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) have a major impact on plant nutrition, defence against pathogens, a plant's reaction to stressful environments, soil fertility, and a plant's relationship with other microorganisms. Such effects imply a broad reprogramming of the plant's metabolic activity. However, little information is available regarding the role of AMF and their relation to other soil pla...

the microfiltration 0.2 µm cellulose acetate (ca) membrane was modified by embedding antibacterial silver nano-particles in the membrane pores. this novel technique was developed to enhance the capability of the microfiltration membrane for removing microorganism including bacteria. the prepared membrane was characterized using scanning electron microscopy (sem), energy-dispersive x-ray spectro...

Drought and salinity are major factors limiting agriculture in many regions in the world, and their importance is predicted to even increase in the near future in parallel with the ongoing global warming and climate changes. Soil and rhizosphere microbes are potential resources for counteracting such abiotic stresses in plants. The knowledge on the roles of root microorganisms in retaining soil...

The aim of the present study was to obtain insights into the relationship between the chemical (salt content and pH) and physico-mechanical (humidity and compressive strength) properties of mineral-based materials from historic buildings with salt efflorescence and the growth and biodiversity of halophilic microorganisms. Samples were mainly characterized by pH 6.5-8.5 and a moisture content of...

Today’s agriculture requires the search for new and modern tools in order to improve expand use of its crops increase their sustainability. The plant growth-promoting PGP bacteria (PGPB) is target much research seems be an ideal strategy as long strains are properly selected this purpose. Among bacteria, lactic acid (LAB) considered a suitable alternative due high biosafety mechanisms promoting...

The excessive use of agrochemicals in the field to increase production and counteract negative effects caused by biotic abiotic factors has led a deterioration soil fertility, plus an increment impacts on environment human health. Therefore, application beneficial microorganisms as bioinoculants is eco-friendly alternative agrochemicals. Plant growth-promoting bacteria fungi have been effective...

Agricultural practices depend mainly on the use of chemical fertilisers, pesticides, and herbicides which have caused serious health hazards also contributed to pollution environment at large. The application plant-beneficial rhizobacteria in agrarian has become paramount increasing soil fertility, promoting plant growth, ensuring food safety, crop production ensure sustainable agriculture. Ben...

background: with increasing age, the prevalence of chronic diseases increases. since health‑promoting behaviors (hpb) are considered a basic way of preventing diseases, especially chronic diseases, it is important to assess hpb. this study examines the validity and reliability of the health promoting lifestyle profile ii (hplp‑ii). methods: this is a cross‑sectional study which is conducted on ...