Influence of Bacillus Spp. Based Bioproducts on Potato Plant Growth and Control of Rhizoctonia Solani

Some Bacillus based bioproducts were analyzed for their plant growth promotion and Rhizoctonia solani biocontrol potential in potato plants. The bioproducts were formulated as concentrated aqueous suspension, each containing one of the following plant beneficial bacteria: Bacillus safensis Rd.b2, Bacillus spp. 75.1s and Cp.b4 strains. These were applied on potato seeding material in order to evaluate plant growth promotion effects. The biocontrol efficacy was also evaluated, using Rhizoctonia solani DSM 63002 as plant pathogen, and Prestige 290FS as reference chemical treatment.In the plant growth-promotion experiments, several biologic parameters were biometrically evaluated. Best results regarding plant growth and vigor were obtained using CropMax, a commercial phytostimulatory product. However, the bacterial treatment with Bacillus spp. Cp.b4 and 75.1s showed an improved plant growth compared to the untreated control. An efficacy of 93.75% against Rhizoctonia dumping-off was registered when using the Prestige 290FS chemical control. Mix treatments based on this pesticide, in low dose, combined with Cp.b4 or 75.1s biocontrol strains significantly reduced the pathogenic attack, showing 85 to 87.5% efficacy.The present research demonstrated that the bacterial bioproducts based on Bacillus spp. 75.1s and Cp.b4 strains increase plant growth and are highly effective in controlling Rhizoctonia attack in potato plants

Enhancing the performance of the Primary Surveillance Radar using Multilateration

One way to improve the measurements of the PSR (Primary Surveillance Radar) is to utilize the cinematic model of the aircraft (A/C) in a Kalman filter. Another newly developed method would be to implement multilateration using a large number of ground-based ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) receivers. Originating in airport surveillance, multilateration grew to become the primary system for ATM (Air Traffic Management) in airspaces without PSR coverage. Given that each of the systems has its own advantages and limitations, we propose an evaluation of an alternative approach that uses data from multiple ADS-B receivers to implement a data fusion algorithm between PSR acquired position and MLAT (Multilateration) estimated position. Among the many ways to implement data fusion, have chosen to analyze two possible solutions: the direct fusion of the two available positions provided by the two systems using a traditional Kalman Filter and a linearization approach for the multilateration solution that does not require position computation. In both cases, these will improve the Kalman filter and lower the position estimation errors. The evaluation takes into consideration the possible sources of inaccuracies and provides sensibility analyses in regards to the number and positioning of ADS-B receivers involved in multilateration. This paper will conclude with a discussion of the computational power required for the two implementations

Preparing Students for Extension Careers and Expanding U.S. Extension Reach Through International Service Learning

As U.S. Extension broadens its reach around the globe, an increased need exists for Extension professionals who have not only technical knowledge but also the cultural competencies to apply that knowledge in international settings. We describe a course that provides students with the opportunity to develop skills needed for potential careers in Extension, especially those involving international focuses, while advancing U.S. Extension\u27s international efforts. The course also may serve as a model for instructors wishing to integrate Extension concepts into their teaching of undergraduates, thereby preparing individuals to make immediate impacts in Extension careers

MICROBIAL INOCULANTS APPLIED AS SEED TREATMENTS AND THEIR EFFECT ON COMMON WHEAT Triticum aestivum L.

Wheat is considered the most wide spread culture in the world regarding the area harvested. In Romania, it is grown on approximately 25% of the arable land and 40% of the cereal grains. Improving wheat productivity and yield quality is a continuous concern. Therefore, plant growth promoting microorganisms with biocontrol potential are of great interest for the farmers. In the present, five beneficial microorganisms, bacteria and fungi, were analysed as agro-inoculants. Their effect on wheat germination and growth initiation was evaluated in vitro. According to the biometric analysis best results were obtained when using Azospirillum brassilense and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens strains, although Trichoderma pseudokoningii and Bacillus endophyticus also improved wheat vigour indexes, compared to the untreated control. However, B. endophyticus 1T2 strain delayed the germination process. The dual culture assay performed against Fusarium graminearum, revealed that three strains B.amyloliquefaciens OS17, BW, and T.pseudokoningii Td85, have also biocontrol potential

Concomitant endocarditis and spondylodiscitis due to coagulase-negative Staphylococci and a review of the literature

Background: Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) are part of the normal skin flora. Although CoNS are generally considered as low pathogenic microorganisms, they can cause serious infections, particularly in the context of foreign body material. Case report: Here we present two cases of concomitant infectious endocarditis and spondylodiscitis; one caused by S. epidermidis, the other by S. haemolyticus. Additionally, we reviewed the literature for previously reported cases of concomitant endocarditis and spondylodiscitis due to CoNS. Conclusion: In patients with back pain and a cardiac device in situ, CoNS should be considered as causative pathogens for possible endocarditis and/or spondylodiscitis, and should not be regarded as contamination.</p

Revolutionizing Marketing Research Through AI: comprehensive review of the past, present, and future

In the last years, as artificial intelligence (AI) is more and more widely accessible to everyone, a breakthrough for the course of business growth is also available. Having this in mind, the purpose of this study is to provide a comprehensive review of the impact of AI on the practice of marketing research. For this study a comprehensive literature review was included focusing on academic papers, research articles, industry reports, and relevant sources to gain insight into the application of AI in marketing research. The main findings of this research paper demonstrate how AI can revolutionize market research by improving data analysis, enabling personalization, enabling real-time insights, and addressing ethical concerns. Altogether, this study highlights the transformative impact of AI on market research, emphasizing its potential to improve data-driven decision-making, enable personalized marketing strategies, and address ethical concerns, thereby providing valuable insights for organizations seeking effective and integrative insights. AI provides practical recommendations and future research directions to help organizations realize the potential of AI and make informed decisions for successful integration implementations