Arsenic (As) is a non-essential toxic metalloid whose elevated concentration in rice grains is
a serious issue both for rice yield and quality, and for human health. The rice-As interactions …

Main conclusion A critical investigation into arsenic uptake and transportation, its phytotoxic
effects, and defense strategies including complex signaling cascades and regulatory …

Arsenic (As) contamination in rice leads to yield decline and causes carcinogenic risk to
human health. Although the role of nitric oxide (NO) in reducing As toxicity is known, NO …

Arsenic contamination in water and soil is becoming a severe problem. It is toxic to the
environment and human health. It is usually found in small quantities in rock, soil, air, and …

Glutaredoxins (Grxs) are a family of small multifunctional proteins involved in various cellular
functions, including redox regulation and protection under oxidative stress. Despite the high …

Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) improve plant health under various biotic and
abiotic stresses. However, the underlying mechanisms of the protective effects of PGPR in …

Arsenic is toxic to all life forms and is a potent carcinogen. Its accumulation in crop plants
and subsequent consumption poses a serious threat to public health worldwide. Recent …

Metallothioneins (MTs) are diverse class of cysteine-rich proteins having metal-chelation
properties. The role of MTs has been demonstrated in different abiotic stresses and MTs …

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) grown on arsenic-containing soil and water become a primary dietary
source of arsenic and pose a significant health risk. Gene modification is an important and …

Rice is the most consumed food crop and essential determinant in global food security
program. Currently, arsenic (As) accumulation in rice is a critical concern in terms of both …