Enhancing Soil Health with Antagonistic Fungi, Soil Amendment, and Solarization
Soil health is a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture, and several techniques have proven effective in managing soil-borne pathogens and improving crop yields. Among these are the use of antagonistic fungi, soil amendments, and soil solarization. Antagonistic FungiAntagonistic fungi are beneficial microorganisms that inhibit the growth of plant pathogens, promoting healthier crops. These fungi, such as […]
Exploring Penicillium oxalicum Isolated from Zea mays Rhizosphere
In our ongoing efforts to understand the complex interactions within plant microbiomes, we have been studying the fungal species Penicillium oxalicum isolated from the rhizosphere of Zea mays (maize). The rhizosphere, the soil region surrounding plant roots, is a hotspot for microbial activity, playing a crucial role in plant health and nutrient cycling. Penicillium oxalicum […]
Investigating the Role of Puf4 in the Fission Yeast Schizosaccharomyces pombe
Our lab is deeply engaged in unraveling the functions of RNA-binding proteins, with a particular focus on Puf4 in the fission yeast Schizosaccharomyces pombe. RNA-binding proteins like Puf4 are critical in the post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression, influencing mRNA stability, localization, and translation. Puf4 belongs to the Pumilio and FBF (PUF) protein family, known for […]