Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes, the energy source, protection from oxygen, and transfer of fixed N are inferior, and so the rates fixed per year are much less. https://t.co/3JOUtlBbar https://t.co/2B8X4daROi
Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient symbiotic associations between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and non-leguminous crops.
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Discussions explore various aspects of the publication, with some emphasizing the environmental implications of synthetic fertilizer use in biofuel production, expressing concern about sustainability. Others highlight current research efforts in microbial and genetic engineering, reflecting a recognition of the importance of scientific progress. Tone varies from cautious optimism, as seen in posts mentioning ongoing development and challenges, to skepticism about the speed of achieving practical solutions, contributing to a balanced view of the article's significance.
Most discussions acknowledge the complexity and ongoing efforts in developing nitrogen-fixing systems for non-leguminous crops, with some expressing cautious optimism about the progress made.
Posts demonstrate moderate curiosity, with several discussing technological challenges, the importance of genetic engineering, and environmental impacts, indicating a curiosity about advancements.
Participants reference specific concepts such as biofuel sustainability, genetic engineering, and microbial microbes, showing a moderate level of in-depth discussion and engagement with scientific details.
The tone suggests awareness of the significant environmental and agricultural implications, but many posts emphasize ongoing challenges and limitations, indicating a perception of moderate potential impact rather than immediate breakthroughs.
Abstract in brief
- The text discusses the importance of nitrogen in agriculture, highlighting how synthetic fertilizers, although initially beneficial, threaten environmental sustainability and global food security, leading to interest in biological nitrogen fixation as an alternative.
- While legumes naturally form symbiotic relationships with nitrogen-fixing bacteria called rhizobia, major cereal crops like rice, wheat, and maize do not, prompting research into understanding and engineering similar associations in these non-leguminous crops.
- Advances in genetic and molecular research on root nodule symbiosis are paving the way for developing engineered nitrogen-fixing systems in cereals, but challenges remain in field application, requiring collaboration across multiple scientific disciplines and policymakers.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyNitrogen-producing microbes are a critical step forward in the journey towards sustainable agriculture. We're proud to be pioneering the first #BNF microbe for corn! https://t.co/3DN0zI5Qnc
Hogwash. Climate model uncertainty still exceeds the supposed radiative effect of CO2. in fact CMIP6 models are worse in some respects than CMIP5. #climatebrawl #ClimateCrisis #Climatechange https://t.co/XktnuxrCZG https://t.co/oEztMy3UB2 https://t.co/tliEeQxeeu
Ever heard of fertilisers, plant breeding, genetic engineering? There are many projects to improve mycorrhizal associations and to engineer N-fixation in non-legumes. In fact I will be teaching on these topics in March. https://t.co/XktnuxrCZG https://t.co/LugIlzay5i https://t.co/YMnpYUtLAW
Just #published: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and non-leguminous crops A great new #review from @JeanMichelAne and colleagues: https://t.co/ZPl1I5xzoZ https://t.co/bBh5Tm6CgA
@yestiseye @CognitiveVerb @simonahac @barnyard63 Engineering biology offers another pathway too: https://t.co/R91EMHUgvJ
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RT @GlanderstonWood: https://t.co/Ki1EuHPP7v "#biofuel production depends on...synthetic #fertilizers and therefore #fossilfuel,which defea…
https://t.co/Ki1EuHPP7v "#biofuel production depends on...synthetic #fertilizers and therefore #fossilfuel,which defeats the very purpose of #biofuels...#nitrogen availability for #crops is a threat to the #sustainability of our #agricultural systems, economy,and #food supply"
@healthsupreme Farmers are smart people. If there were ways to reduce fertilizer usage without affecting yield, they would do it. The best (long term) hope is the development of nitrogen fixing cereal crops https://t.co/kqc9G4mXlp
@AngelicaOung it's not quite that simple. some thought needs to be expended to utilise this technology https://t.co/187dFB4kA5
RT @MaxymReva: Review: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between #nitrogen-fixin…
"Ironically, even biofuel production (e.g., corn ethanol) depends on the use of synthetic fertilizers and therefore fossil fuel, which defeats the very purpose of biofuels." https://t.co/bITP5bTNMS
Hogwash. Climate model uncertainty still exceeds the supposed radiative effect of CO2. in fact CMIP6 models are worse in some respects than CMIP5. #climatebrawl #ClimateCrisis #Climatechange https://t.co/XktnuxrCZG https://t.co/oEztMy3UB2 https://t.co/tliEeQxeeu
RT @KeillerDon: Ever heard of fertilisers, plant breeding, genetic engineering? There are many projects to improve mycorrhizal association…
Ever heard of fertilisers, plant breeding, genetic engineering? There are many projects to improve mycorrhizal associations and to engineer N-fixation in non-legumes. In fact I will be teaching on these topics in March. https://t.co/XktnuxrCZG https://t.co/LugIlzay5i https://t.co/YMnpYUtLAW
RT @pivotbio: Nitrogen-producing microbes are a critical step forward in the journey towards sustainable agriculture. We're proud to be pio…
Nitrogen-producing microbes are a critical step forward in the journey towards sustainable agriculture. We're proud to be pioneering the first #BNF microbe for corn! https://t.co/3DN0zI5Qnc
Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient symbiotic associations between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and non-leguminous crops https://t.co/zlH1l6r2k4
RT @MaxymReva: Review: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between #nitrogen-fixin…
RT @MaxymReva: Review: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between #nitrogen-fixin…
RT @MaxymReva: Review: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between #nitrogen-fixin…
RT @MaxymReva: Review: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between #nitrogen-fixin…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
RT @agronomistag: Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes,…
Why we should not expect free-living N fixation to replace N fertilizer without genetic engineering. Compared to legumes, the energy source, protection from oxygen, and transfer of fixed N are inferior, and so the rates fixed per year are much less. https://t.co/3JOUtlBbar https://t.co/2B8X4daROi
@yestiseye @CognitiveVerb @simonahac @barnyard63 Engineering biology offers another pathway too: https://t.co/R91EMHUgvJ
Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient symbiotic associations between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and non-leguminous crops | BMC Biology | Full Text https://t.co/0nsAGCWuwi
Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient symbiotic associations between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and non-leguminous crops Not yet https://t.co/FrqN1Jxmqg
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Just #published: Are we there yet? The long walk towards the development of efficient #symbiotic associations between nitrogen-fixing bacteria and non-leguminous crops A great new #review from @JeanMichelAne and colleagues: https://t.co/ZPl1I5xzoZ https://t.co/bBh5Tm6CgA
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