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ReviewMetabolomics : Official journal of the Metabolomic Society2025

Harnessing NMR technology for enhancing field crop improvement: applications, challenges, and future perspectives.

Vedant Gautam, Vibhootee Garg, Nitesh Meena, Sunidhi Kumari, Shubham Patel, Mukesh, Himanshu Singh, Shreyashi Singh, R K Singh

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Review in Metabolomics : Official journal of the Metabolomic Society, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It has been retracted, and should not be counted. Cited by 4 papers.

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Authors and funding

9 authors.

Vedant GautamDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
Vibhootee GargDepartment of Vegetable Science, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur, MP, India, 462001.
Nitesh MeenaDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
Sunidhi KumariDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
Shubham PatelDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
MukeshDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
Himanshu SinghDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
Shreyashi SinghDepartment of Plant Physiology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India.
R K SinghDepartment of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, 221005, India. rakeshsingh@bhu.ac.in.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionNuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy has emerged as a transformative technology in agricultural research, offering powerful analytical capabilities for field crop improvement. With global challenges such as food security and climate change intensifying, there is an urgent need for innovative methodologies to enhance our understanding of plant health, metabolic pathways, and crop-environment interactions. NMR's ability to provide nondestructive, real-time analysis of plant metabolites and soil chemistry positions it as a critical tool for addressing these pressing concerns.

objectiveThis review aims to elucidate the potential of NMR spectroscopy in advancing field crop improvement by highlighting its applications, challenges, and future perspectives in agricultural methodologies. The focus is on the evolution and application of NMR in agricultural research, particularly in metabolomics, phenotyping, and quality assessment.

methodA comprehensive literature review was conducted to analyze recent advancements in NMR applications in agriculture. Particular emphasis was given to high-resolution magic angle spinning (HR-MAS) and time-domain NMR techniques, which have been instrumental in elucidating plant metabolites and soil chemistry. Studies showcasing the integration of NMR with complementary technologies for enhanced metabolic profiling and genetic marker identification were reviewed.

resultsFindings indicate that NMR spectroscopy is an indispensable tool in agriculture due to its ability to identify biomarkers indicative of crop resilience, monitor soil composition, and contribute to food safety and quality assessments. The integration of NMR with other technologies has accelerated metabolic profiling, aiding in the breeding of high-yielding and stress-resistant crop varieties. However, challenges such as sensitivity limitations and the need for standardization remain.

conclusionNMR spectroscopy holds immense potential for revolutionizing agricultural research and crop improvement. Overcoming existing challenges, such as sensitivity and standardization, is crucial for its broader application in practical agricultural settings. Collaborative efforts among researchers, agronomists, and policymakers will be essential for leveraging NMR technology to address global food security challenges and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

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Crops, AgriculturalMetabolomicsAgricultureMagnetic Resonance SpectroscopyCrop improvementEnvironmental stressMetabolomicsNuclear magnetic resonanceSustainable agriculture practice

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PMID39979661

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