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Static Magnetic Field Inhibits Growth of Escherichia coli Colonies via Restriction of Carbon Source Utilization
Magnetobiological effects on growth and virulence have been widely reported in Escherichia coli (E. coli). However, published results are quite varied and sometimes conflicting because the underlying mechanism remains unknown. Here, we reported that the application of 250 mT static magnetic field (SMF) significantly reduces the diameter of E. coli colony-forming units (CFUs) but has no impact on the number of CFUs.
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A transcriptional regulator that boosts grain yields and shortens the growth duration of rice
Overexpression of OsDREB1C not only boosts grain yields but also confers higher NUE and early flowering. Our work demonstrates that by genetically modulating the expression of a single transcriptional regulator gene, substantial yield increases can be achieved while the growth duration of the crop is shortened. The existing natural allelic variation in OsDREB1C, the highly conserved function of the transcription factor in seed plants, and the ease with which its expression can be altered by genetic engineering suggest that this gene could be the target of future crop improvement strategies toward more efficient and more sustainable food production.
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Lift the mystery veil on chlorophyllases
Photosystem II (PSII) is a large membrane-protein complex that catalyzes the splitting of water into protons, electrons, and oxygen via harvesting light energy. A recent study has revealed a crucial role of CLH1 in PSII repair and lifting the mystery veil on chlorophyllase.
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