Universidade Federal de Lavras

Rhizosphere microbiome and calcium synergy drive suppression of Ceratocystis paradoxa in tropical coconut soils

Abstract Ceratocystis paradoxa is a polyphagous, soil-borne pathogen that threatens various crops worldwide. This study evaluated soil suppressiveness against C. paradoxa and identified key biotic and abiotic factors involved. Suppressiveness was assessed using banana peel baits,...

Variation in apparent wood density of Tachigali vulgaris as affected by tree diameter, height, forking, and soil conditions in Amazonian plantations

Abstract Tachigali vulgaris has potential for energy purposes in the Amazon, but the relationship between several silvicultural factors and wood quality requires further investigation. This study evaluated the variation in the apparent density of T. vulgaris wood in two pure plan...

Combination of Bauhinia monandra extract and laser acupuncture reduces carrageenan-induced paw edema

PURPOSE: To investigate the anti-inflammatory effect of the ethanolic extract of Bauhinia monandra Kurz (EEB) alone and combined with laser acupuncture (LA) in a carrageenan-induced paw edema model. METHODS: EEB was characterized using HPLC-HRMS and tested for cell viability and...

Single and MultipleInfestation by Coccoid Pests inCoffee Shape Plant Chemical Defenses and Interactions Across TrophicLevels

Abstract Crop plants are attacked by multiple pests, inducing metabolic changes that shape interactions across trophic levels and influence the effectiveness of biological control. We examined how infestation by the coccoids Coccus viridis (scales) and Planococcus citri (mealybug...

Apps used in cycling: Bridging user preferences and scientific evaluation — A cross-sectional survey with systematic review

Smartphone applications (apps) have been widely adopted by cyclists and sports professionals, facilitating the planning, monitoring, and analysis of training. However, some apps have been reported to underestimate key mechanical variables and present inconsistencies in physiologi...

Nanosilica increases tolerance to Cu toxicity in soybean seeds by reducing Cu uptake and improving nitrogen use efficiency

The treatment of soybean seeds with copper (Cu) can induce toxicity in seedlings depending on the applied dose and seed storage time after treatment. Silicon (Si) has the potential to mitigate Cu toxicity; however, the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. This study pr...

Reference gene selection for gene expression analysis in Coffea arabica L. under ABA and gibberellin treatments

Abstract Background Quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) requires stable reference genes (RGs) to ensure accurate target gene normalization. Plant growth regulators like abscisic acid (ABA) and gibberellins (GA 3 ) play critical roles in plant re...