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Nano-elicitation and hydroponics: a synergism to enhance plant productivity and secondary metabolism

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This review has explored the importance of using a synergistic approach of nano-elicitation and hydroponics to improve plant growth and metabolite production. Furthermore, it emphasizes the significance of green nanotechnology and eco-friendly practices while utilizing this approach to promote the development of a sustainable agriculture system.

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Nano-elicitation stimulates metabolic processes in plants using nanoparticles (NPs) as elicitors. The stimulation of these biochemical processes can enhance plant yield and productivity, along with the production of secondary metabolites. Nanoparticles have garnered the attention of scientific community because of their unique characteristics, such as incredibly small size and large surface-to-volume ratio, which make them effective elicitors. Hydroponic systems, which optimize growing conditions to increase plant production, are typically used to study the effect of elicitors. By integrating these two approaches, the qualitative and quantitative output of plants can be increased while employing minimal resources. As the global demand for high-quality crops and bioactive compounds surges, embracing this synergistic approach alongside sustainable farming practices can pave the way for resilient agricultural systems, ensuring food security and fostering an eco-friendly environment.

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The authors wish to thank their respective institutes for the financial and administrative support during the duration of the study.

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LJ, AG and MB: conceptualization; LJ: data acquisition; LJ and HF: data analysis; LJ: preparing the original draft; LJ, AG and MB: editing; AG and MB: funding acquisition. All authors read and approved the manuscript.

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Correspondence to Alvina Gul or Mustafeez Mujtaba Babar.

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Jadoon, L., Gul, A., Fatima, H. et al. Nano-elicitation and hydroponics: a synergism to enhance plant productivity and secondary metabolism. Planta 259, 80 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00425-024-04353-x

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