The development of the mining industry and the overuse of inorganic fertilizers have led to
an excess of manganese (Mn) in the soil, thereby, contaminating the soil environment and …

Seagrass meadows are recognized as crucial and are among the most vulnerable habitats
worldwide. The aquatic plant genus Ruppia is tolerant of a wide salinity range, and high …

In this study, eight fungal strains were isolated from the rhizosphere of Oenothera picensis
Phil., a plant that grows naturally in soil contaminated with metal (loid) s in central Chile. The …

Heavy metal pollution threatens plant growth and development as well as ecological
stability. Here, we synthesize current research on the interplay between plants and their …

Cadmium contamination in agricultural soils threatens food security and human health, and
that has caused widespread concern worldwide. Willow and alfalfa are widely used for the …

The vitality of streetside trees, especially those growing in densely built urban areas, is
compromised by repeated exposure to de-icing salts. Such trees already experience …

Industrial activities compromise the ambient air quality at a local, regional and global level
through gaseous and dust emissions. This study reviews uptake mechanisms and the …

Tree growth and survival are dependent on their ability to perceive signals, integrate them,
and trigger timely and fitted molecular and growth responses. While ectomycorrhizal …

Mercury (Hg) is one of the most hazardous pollutants released by humans and is of global
environmental concern. Mercury causes oxidative stress and strong cellular damages in …

The commonly observed increased heavy metal tolerance of ectomycorrhized plants is
usually linked with the protective role of the fungal hyphae covering colonized plant root tips …