The capability of synthetic cytokinin mimics for in vitro regeneration of plants
March 2026
Among plant hormones, cytokinins have been extensively studied for over a century due to their central roles in regulating plant development, physiology, and environmental responses. In this study,...
Nature: Decoding 4-vinylanisole biosynthesis and pivotal enzymes in locusts
March 2026
Locust plagues result in significant agricultural and ecological damage, and the current dependence on broad-spectrum chemical pesticides raises serious concerns regarding environmental sustainability...
Peroxisome-mitochondria contact-mediated ROS transfer: A key line of defence under plant stress
March 2026
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) act as early messengers in plants exposed to drought, salinity, heat and other environmental challenges. Their timely removal is crucial. Unchecked ROS injure membranes,...
SalicS1 FRET sensor enables real-time visualization of salicylic acid dynamics in plant immunity
March 2026
SalicS1 is a genetically encoded, ratiometric FRET biosensor that brings salicylic acid (SA) research to the same real-time imaging standard long available for ABA and GA. Built through a modular Golden...
Smoke generator for protected agriculture: research progress, key challenges, and future perspectives
March 2026
Smoke generator constitute an important class of pesticide formulations widely used in protected agriculture, forestry, mushroom cultivation, and storage environments. Unlike conventional sprays, smoke...
TMK1 phosphorylates and stabilizes PIN2 to reinforce auxin flux during root gravitropism
March 2026
Plant growth depends on tightly coordinated auxin signaling and directional auxin transport, yet the molecular feedback mechanism that directly links these processes during root gravitropism has remained...
Design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of 2-(benzylsulfonyl)-5-(2-methoxypyridin-4-yl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole derivatives as novel herbicides
March 2026
To develop herbicides with a novel mechanism of action, a series of 1,3,4-oxadiazolpyridine derivatives were designed and synthesized based on active substructure splicing and structure optimization....
Synthesis and insecticidal activity evaluation of sulfonamide derivatives oriented by atom replacement strategy
March 2026
The single-atom replacement strategy is a typical approach which just converts elements in lead compounds into their analogues with very small chemical changes. In this research, we implemented this...
Phytic acid-assisted amorphization of bone mineral for improved phosphorus fertilizer efficiency
March 2026
Phosphorus plays an indispensable role in the food chain, yet phosphorus mineral resources are finite, underscoring the urgency for developing a closed-loop phosphorus economy. Although there have been...
Directed evolution of HIS1-Like proteins to enhance herbicide metabolism in crops
March 2026
HPPD (4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase) inhibitor are widely used in agriculture due to their high efficacy and environmental friendliness. However, many important crops, such as rice, wheat, and...
Carbonyl-bridged trifluoromethyl pyridine derivatives for pest control and mechanistic investigations
March 2026
Trifluoromethyl pyridine (TFMP) motif is commonly discovered in structures of active pharmaceuticals. Flonicamid, characterized by the TFMP moiety, is well known as a prodrug in the knockdown of pests....
Duckweed as a Sustainable Protein Source: Effects of Fertilizer Regimes on Growth, Protein Yield, and Functional Properties
Available online 12 March 2026
Duckweed offers potential as a sustainable protein source in Sri Lanka. This study optimized growth, protein content, and safety in four wild varieties; Spirodela polyrhiza (SP), Lemna minor (LM), Lemna...
Design, synthesis, and evaluation of biological activity of camphor-based oxo-phenylacetamide ester compounds
Available online 10 March 2026
This study presents the design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of a novel series of amide derivatives based on the fenchol/bornyl scaffold. Systematic screening of biological activity revealed...
How parasitic plants can avoid self-attack
Available online 23 February 2026
We spotlight recent findings from a Science paper that provide molecular insights into how parasitic plants avoid inducing haustorium development in their own or closely related species. A uridine diphosphate-dependent...
Discovery of novel plant immune-priming compounds through WRKY45 promoter-based chemical screening
Available online 5 February 2026
Plant activators enhance disease resistance by priming host immunity, offering a sustainable alternative or complement to conventional pesticides. To advance this field, we established a high-throughput...
Nano-encapsulation of pyraclostrobin within mesoporous silica mitigates toxicity in zebrafish (Danio rerio)
Available online 5 February 2026
Pyraclostrobin, a widely used broad-spectrum fungicide, poses significant ecological risks to aquatic ecosystems due to its high toxicity to non-target organisms, limiting its application in paddy fields....
A Solarization-Triggered Fungicide Controlled-Release Platform Enabled by “Carrier-in-Carrier” Hiberarchy for On-Demand Soil-Borne Disease Defense
Available online 4 February 2026
Soil application of fungicides is a primary control strategy for soil-borne diseases, while soil solarization provides an economical and eco-friendly supplementary approach. Herein, we propose a novel...
Synthesis, biological activity, and acaricidal mechanism of chiral 2,4-diphenyloxazolines
Available online 4 February 2026
In addition to differences in effects on the target organism, chiral compounds also have different environmental behavior and even mechanisms of action in their two enantiomers. Examining the differences...
Isosteric ring exchange: Design and synthesis of phenylpyrazole derivatives with insecticidal activity
Available online 2 February 2026
The development of novel phenylpyrazole insecticides is essential for managing pest resistance. Nicofluprole, a phenylpyrazole insecticide, serves as a valuable lead compound for structural optimization...
Gibberellin biosynthesis inhibitors in wheat and rice: architectural regulation, agronomic trade-offs, and emerging opportunities
Available online 28 January 2026
Gibberellins (GAs) are central regulators of plant architecture, and their targeted modulation has played a pivotal role in crop improvement. The introduction of semi-dwarf wheat and rice through mutations...
Development and mechanism evaluation of a novel molluscicide targeting three parasitic disease intermediate hosts
Available online 17 January 2026
Pomacea canaliculata, Oncomelania hupensis, and Parafossarulus striatulus are gastropod species present to varying extents across the Yunnan Province. These snails are important intermediate hosts for...
A fluorescent sensor for non-enzymatic detection of glufosinate ammonium
Available online 5 January 2026
Glufosinate ammonium (GLA) ranks as the second most widely used herbicide worldwide and plays a vital role in modern agriculture. However, excessive or improper application of GLA has resulted in substantial...
Antibiotics pollution in cropland and crops: A comprehensive review
December 2025
Production of synthetic antibiotics has rapidly expanded to meet the increasing demands in human healthcare, animal husbandry, and agriculture. Meanwhile, however, substantial quantities of untreated...
Developing RNAi pesticides in the post genomic era: A review
December 2025
RNA interference (RNAi) has emerged as a promising platform for next-generation pesticides, offering high target specificity and environmental safety. In the post-genomic era, rapid advances in insect...
In-silico analysis of the mechanism of action of Nerium oleander bioactive compounds against Helicoverpa armigera
December 2025
Helicoverpa armigera is one of the most destructive agricultural pests worldwide, noted for its wide host range, high fecundity, and rapid development of resistance to synthetic insecticides. To address...