Phytochelatins (PCs) are small cysteine-rich peptides capable of binding metal (loid) s via
SH-groups. Although the biosynthesis of PCs can be induced in vivo by various metal (loid) …

Acquisition and homeostasis of micronutrients such as iron (Fe) and zinc (Zn) pose specific
challenges. Poor solubility and high reactivity require controlled synthesis and supply of …

The functions of iron, manganese, copper, zinc, nickel, molybdenum, boron, and chlorine in
plants are discussed. Iron (Fe) plays a crucial role in redox systems in cells and various …

The co-application of exogenous 100 µM melatonin (MT) and 100 µM salicylic acid (SA) on
21-day-old safflower seedlings grown in the presence of cadmium (Cd, 100 µM) toxicity was …

Phytochelatin (PC) synthesis has been well demonstrated as a major metal tolerance
mechanism in Arabidopsis thaliana, whereas its contribution to long-distance element …

Nearly 10% of all plant proteins belong to the zinc (Zn) proteome. They require Zn either for
catalysis or as a structural element. Most of the protein-bound Zn in eukaryotic cells is found …

Mineral nutrition is one of the key factors determining plant productivity. In plants, metal
homeostasis is achieved through the functioning of a complex system governing metal …

Bryophytes are a large group of plants commonly used as bioindicators of metal and
metalloid pollution. However, very little is known about the bryophyte genes responsible for …

Soil contamination with trace metals and metalloids can cause toxicity to plants and threaten
food safety and human health. Plants have evolved sophisticated mechanisms to cope with …

High light (HL) intensity has a substantial impact on light energy flow and partitioning within
photosynthetic apparatus. To realize the impact of HL intensity on zinc (Zn) tolerance …