Nano-selenium coordinates plant–microbiome redox for sustainable crops

Trends in Plant Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Muhammad Waqas, Yuehua Chen, Jason C White, Gabriele Berg, Christoph‐Martin Geilfus
DOI: 10.1016/j.tplants.2026.04.023
Cited by: 1
References: 12

Abstract

Foliar selenium nanomaterials act as redox-active coordinators linking photosynthesis, root carbon allocation, and rhizosphere microbiomes. By enhancing photosynthesis, nitrogen cycling, and microbial function, they improve 'nitrogen use efficiency, crop quality, profitability, and greenhouse gas mitigation' under reduced fertilizer inputs. This framework highlights nano-enabled pathways toward sustainable agriculture.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Selenium in Biological Systems Polymer-Based Agricultural Enhancements Magnesium in Health and Disease

Publication details

Journal / source
Trends in Plant Science
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
31
Issue
8
Pages
996–1000
Publication date
14 May 2026
Language
EN