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Soil polluted system shapes endophytic fungi communities associated with Arundo donax: a field experiment

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Mining activities pollute soils with heavy metals and red mud waste, damaging ecosystems and making plant growth difficult. This study examined fungi living inside the roots of Arundo donax, a hardy plant that survives in polluted soils, grown in three soil types: clean, heavy metal-contaminated, and red mud-contaminated. The researchers found that fungal communities changed based on the type of pollution, with a fungus called Pleosporales sp. thriving in red mud and showing promise for helping clean up contaminated soils. This research suggests that understanding these beneficial fungi could improve strategies for using plants to remediate polluted environments.

The Effect of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria Bacillus thuringiensis LKT25 on Cadmium Accumulation and Physiological Responses in Solanum nigrum L

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Scientists discovered a beneficial bacterium called Bacillus thuringiensis LKT25 that helps black nightshade plants absorb cadmium from contaminated soil more effectively. When this bacterium is applied to the plant roots, it boosts plant growth and activates the plant’s natural defense systems against heavy metal toxicity. In tests with moderately contaminated soil, the bacterial treatment improved cadmium removal by nearly 50%, making it a promising solution for cleaning up polluted agricultural lands.

Phytoremediation Potential of Heavy Metals Using Biochar and Accumulator Plants: A Sustainable Approach Towards Cleaner Environments

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Researchers tested whether mixing coconut fiber biochar with contaminated mine soil could help plants called Sanvitalia procumbens clean up heavy metal pollution. The plants absorbed less toxic metals when grown in the biochar-amended soil, grew bigger, stayed healthier with more green coloring, and experienced less genetic damage. Using this natural byproduct from coconut processing as a soil amendment proved to be an effective and sustainable way to reduce heavy metal contamination risks to the environment and food chain.

Modern-Day Green Strategies for the Removal of Chromium from Wastewater

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Chromium from industries like leather tanning and metal plating contaminates water and soil, causing serious health problems including cancer and organ damage. Scientists have developed eco-friendly methods using bacteria, fungi, plants, and agricultural waste to remove chromium from polluted water at low cost. These biological treatment methods are more sustainable and affordable than traditional chemical approaches, offering a promising solution for cleaning up contaminated environments.

Role of Azolla in sustainable agriculture and climate resilience: a comprehensive review

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Azolla is a fast-growing water fern that can help farms become more sustainable by naturally fertilizing soil with nitrogen, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. It also helps control weeds, conserve water, and provides nutritious feed for livestock and fish. Beyond agriculture, Azolla can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and clean polluted water, making it valuable for both farming and environmental protection.

Phyto- and Microbial-Based Remediation of Rare-Earth-Element-Polluted Soil

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Rare-earth elements from mining and industry accumulate in soil, posing environmental and health risks. This review explores how plants and beneficial microorganisms can work together to clean up contaminated soil by absorbing or immobilizing these elements. The combined approach of using specific plant species alongside soil microorganisms is more effective than using either method alone, offering a natural and cost-effective solution for soil remediation.

A review on microbe–mineral transformations and their impact on plant growth

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Soil microorganisms are crucial partners that help plants access nutrients locked in soil minerals. Bacteria and fungi produce special acids and molecules that dissolve minerals, making nutrients like phosphorus, iron, and zinc available for plant roots to absorb. This natural process reduces the need for chemical fertilizers and helps plants grow stronger while cleaning up contaminated soils.

Enhancing Environmental and Human Health Management Through the Integration of Advanced Revitalization Technologies Utilizing Artificial Intelligence

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This paper describes how combining artificial intelligence with environmental monitoring can help us better understand how pollution harms our health. The authors propose a seven-step system that collects data on pollution levels in air, water, and soil alongside health information from communities. By using AI to analyze these massive datasets together, scientists and doctors can more quickly identify which pollutants are causing specific health problems and design better treatments for affected people and environments.

Actinorhizal plants and Frankiaceae: The overlooked future of phytoremediation

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Actinorhizal plants are special trees and shrubs that team up with beneficial bacteria called Frankiaceae to clean up polluted and degraded soils. This natural partnership helps these plants survive harsh conditions like salty or heavy metal-contaminated soil while also cleaning up the environment. The bacteria help the plants by providing essential nitrogen and improving their ability to tolerate pollution, making them an inexpensive and sustainable solution for restoring degraded farmland.

Biological approaches to mitigate heavy metal pollution from battery production effluents: advances, challenges, and perspectives

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Battery factories produce dirty water containing harmful heavy metals like lead and cadmium. Instead of using expensive chemical treatments, scientists are finding natural ways to clean this water using plants, bacteria, and other living organisms. These biological methods can remove up to 99% of the metals and are better for the environment. This review examines all these natural cleaning methods and suggests ways to make battery production cleaner and safer.

Research Topic: Phytoremediation