Chitosan-GSNO nanoparticles: a positive modulator of drought stress tolerance in soybean.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chitosan biopolymer is an emerging non-toxic and biodegradable plant elicitor or bio-stimulant. Chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) have been used for the enhancement of plant growth and development. On the other hand, NO is an important signaling molecule that regulates several aspects of plant physiology under normal and stress conditions. Here we report the synthesis, characterization, and use of chitosan-GSNO nanoparticles for improving drought stress tolerance in soybean.

Results

The CSGSNONPs released NO gas for a significantly longer period and at a much lower rate as compared to free GSNO indicating that incorporation of GSNO in CSNPs can protect the NO-donor from rapid decomposition and ensure optimal NO release. CS-GSNONPs improved drought tolerance in soybea

SUBMITTER: Methela NJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10712192 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature