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Open AccessDetermining the footprint of breeding in the seed microbiome of a perennial cereal
Seed endophytes have a significant impact on plant health and fitness. They can be inherited and passed on to the next plant generation. However, the impact of breeding on their composition in seeds is less un...
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Open AccessThe microbiome of cereal plants: The current state of knowledge and the potential for future applications
The plant microbiota fulfils various crucial functions related to host health, fitness, and productivity. Over the past years, the number of plant microbiome studies continued to steadily increase. Technologic...
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Open AccessRecovery of metagenome-assembled genomes from the phyllosphere of 110 rice genotypes
The plant microbiota plays crucial roles in sustaining plant health and productivity. Advancing plant microbiome research and designing sustainable practices for agriculture requires in-depth assessments of mi...
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Open AccessA Spanish case-control study in <5 year-old children reveals the lack of association between MLB and VA astrovirus and diarrhea
Novel human astroviruses (HAstV) were discovered 10 years ago and have been associated with fatal cases of central nervous system infections. Their role in gastroenteritis is controversial, as they have been i...
