Commun Biol November 2023 PMID 37945659

Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus.

Yitong Xia, Yu Yuan, Chenxi Li, Zhencai Sun

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Discussions highlight the importance of this research for lunar colonization, with phrases like 'promising step' and 'crucial for future missions,' reflecting both excitement and recognition of its potential. Many posts reference related studies and emphasize implications for space agriculture, showing active engagement with the topic even as some express general curiosity or approval.

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Participants show high curiosity, especially regarding lunar agriculture and future space exploration.

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Comments include references to related studies and implications for space farming, indicating moderate depth of engagement.

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The discussions acknowledge the significance of advancing in-situ resource utilization, suggesting a moderate to high impact on space science.

Abstract in brief

  • Phosphorussolubilizing bacteria, such as Bacillus mucilaginosus, Bacillus megaterium, and Pseudomonas fluorescens, can tolerate lunar regolith simulant conditions and help make insoluble phosphorus available, promoting plant growth.
  • The study shows that these bacteria improve the fertility of lunar soil simulant by increasing phosphorus availability, which supports the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana, a type of plant.
  • This research provides a scientific basis for transforming lunar soil into a cultivable substrate for plants, aiding future lunar base life support systems through in-situ resource utilization.]

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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus https://t.co/u2bLrHXhNc #Astrobiology #Moon #Lunar #Artemis

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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus https://t.co/u2bLrHXhNc #Astrobiology #Moon #Lunar #Artemis

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Lucas Samuel
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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus By Yitong Xia et al https://t.co/LcMGGo8zhg

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@elonmusk Cited by other articles: An Oxygen Delivery Polymer Enhances Seed Germination in a Martian-like Environment. Astrobiology. 2020. Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic

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RT @astrobiology: Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating i…

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RT @astrobiology: Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating i…

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Dr. Geo (Michel Geovanni Santiago-Martínez, PhD)
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RT @astrobiology: Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating i…

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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus https://t.co/u2bLrHXhNc #Astrobiology #Moon #Lunar #Artemis

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European Astrobiology Institute
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Dr. Larry B Keating
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RT @astrobiology: Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating i…

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Jesús Martínez Frías
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RT @astrobiology: Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating i…

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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus https://t.co/u2bLrHXhNc #Astrobiology #Moon #Lunar #Artemis

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Lunapolitics
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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on #lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus, by Yitong Xia et al., in @Nature https://t.co/az0aIH9jzN #Lunapolitics #China

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Lucas Samuel
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Phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria improve the growth of Nicotiana benthamiana on lunar regolith simulant by dissociating insoluble inorganic phosphorus By Yitong Xia et al https://t.co/LcMGGo8zhg

Nov 10, 2023 · 2 likes · 936 followers View post →