Plants take up metals, including the essential micronutrients [iron (Fe), copper (Cu), zinc
(Zn), and manganese (Mn)] and the toxic heavy metal cadmium (Cd), from soil and …

Rice grain is a poor dietary source of zinc (Zn) but the primary source of cadmium (Cd) for
humans; however, the molecular mechanisms for their accumulation in rice grain remain …

Rice is an important dietary source of the toxic mineral cadmium (Cd) for populations in
which rice is the main staple food. When grown in agricultural soils that are contaminated …

Zinc (Zn) is an indispensable element for proper plant growth. A sizeable proportion of the
inorganic Zn that is added to soil undergoes a transformation into an insoluble form. Zinc …

In the face of climate change, ecosystem destruction, desertification, and increasing food
demand, soil conservation is crucial for ensuring the sustainability of life on Earth. The Soil …

Trace metal zinc is involved in key processes of solid tumors by its antioxidant properties,
while the role of zinc at the onset of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) remains …

Aims Atmospheric trace metal deposition is an important source in agricultural soils and
crops, but a large knowledge gap exists between foliar and root uptake of wet/dry …

Understanding the agronomic interventions that ensure higher crop yields and minimize
their chances of failure is critical for meeting global nutritional demands. Rice is a staple …

N 2 H 4 is an important chemical material and Zn 2+ is an essential trace element for human
life and health. The rapid, simple and in-situ detecting method for N 2 H 4 and Zn 2+ was …

Cadmium (Cd) is a toxic heavy metal that can cause severe health issues if ingested.
Certain varieties of rice can accumulate high levels of the metal in edible tissues thereby …