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ArticleFrontiers in plant science2025

Integrating Raman spectroscopy and optical meters for nitrogen management in broccoli seedlings.

Lorenza Tuccio, Sonia Cacini, Giulia Arati, Carmelo Distefano, Silvia Traversari, Giacomo Fontanelli, Gina Rosalinda De Nicola, Paolo Matteini

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Article in Frontiers in plant science, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Lorenza Tuccio *"Nello Carrara" Institute of Applied Physics (IFAC), National Research Council (CNR), Sesto Fiorentino, Italy.
Sonia Cacini *CREA Research Centre for Vegetable and Ornamental Crops, Council of Agricultural Research and Economics, Pescia, Italy.
Giulia AratiCREA Research Centre for Vegetable and Ornamental Crops, Council of Agricultural Research and Economics, Pescia, Italy.
Carmelo Distefano"Nello Carrara" Institute of Applied Physics (IFAC), National Research Council (CNR), Sesto Fiorentino, Italy.
Silvia TraversariResearch Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems (IRET), National Research Council (CNR), Pisa, Italy.
Giacomo Fontanelli"Nello Carrara" Institute of Applied Physics (IFAC), National Research Council (CNR), Sesto Fiorentino, Italy.
Gina Rosalinda De NicolaCREA Research Centre for Vegetable and Ornamental Crops, Council of Agricultural Research and Economics, Pescia, Italy.
Paolo Matteini"Nello Carrara" Institute of Applied Physics (IFAC), National Research Council (CNR), Sesto Fiorentino, Italy.

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Abstract

Raman spectroscopy enables non-destructive detection of nitrates and other nitrogen-related biochemical markers, including chlorophyll and polyphenols, with unparalleled specificity and sensitivity. Integrating Raman spectroscopy with proximal optical sensors, such as Dualex (Dx) and Multiplex (Mx), offers a transformative approach to precision nitrogen management in broccoli seedlings, complementing their ability to rapidly estimate nitrogen balance indices and key vegetation compounds. The integration demonstrated strong correlations between Raman spectral bands, optical indices, and biochemical parameters across varying nitrogen levels, enhancing the precision of nitrogen status assessment, resulting in a robust, scalable, and information-rich system. By combining molecular-level detail with practical field applications, this hybrid strategy represents a significant advancement in sustainable agriculture. Future research will explore the applicability of this integrated methodology to other plant species.

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chlorophyllDualexMultiplexnitratenitrogenpolyphenolsRaman spectroscopy

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