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2025 article

Engineering thermphilic enzymes of a synthetic rTCA cycle to increase carbon fixation in plants

Rose, R., Grunden, A., Buhrman, G., & Katta, V. (2025, January 1). SSRN Electronic Journal, Vol. 1.

By: R. Rose n, A. Grunden n, G. Buhrman n & V. Katta

topics (OpenAlex): Photosynthetic Processes and Mechanisms; Metalloenzymes and iron-sulfur proteins; Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 27, 2026

2025 article

Production and characterization of redox enzymes from Methylorubrum extorquens and Paenibacilllus polymyxa for use in enzyme immobilization and electrochemical applications

Hunter, C., Rondon-Berrio, V., Buhrman, G., Crook, N., & Grunden, A. (2025, January 1). SSRN Electronic Journal, Vol. 1.

By: C. Hunter n, V. Rondon-Berrio n, G. Buhrman n, N. Crook n & A. Grunden n

topics (OpenAlex): Electrochemical sensors and biosensors
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 27, 2026

2025 article

Techno-Economic Analysis of Industrial-Scale Fermentation for Formate Dehydrogenase (FDH) Production

Cunniffe, J., Rondon-Berrio, V., Hunter, C., Grunden, A., Crook, N., Salmon, S., & Sagues, W. J. (2025, January 1). SSRN Electronic Journal, Vol. 1.

By: J. Cunniffe n, V. Rondon-Berrio n, C. Hunter n, A. Grunden n, N. Crook n, S. Salmon n, W. Sagues n

topics (OpenAlex): Algal biology and biofuel production; Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization; Biofuel production and bioconversion
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 27, 2026

2025 article

Xaa-Pro dipeptidase (Archaea)

Adams, M. W. W., & Grunden, A. M. (2025, January 1). Handbook of Proteolytic Enzymes, Vol. 1.

topics (OpenAlex): Peptidase Inhibition and Analysis; Diabetes Treatment and Management; Neuropeptides and Animal Physiology
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 22, 2026

2025 article

Biosensor Advancements for Addressing Agricultural and Environmental Challenges: A Review

Lawson, R., Grunden, A., & Sayde, C. (2025, December 1). Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment.

By: R. Lawson n, A. Grunden n & C. Sayde n

topics (OpenAlex): Biosensors and Analytical Detection; Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques; bioluminescence and chemiluminescence research
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: December 9, 2025

2025 article

Techno-economic analysis of industrial-scale fermentation for formate dehydrogenase (FDH) production

Cunniffe, J., Berrio, V. R., Hunter, C., Nguyen, T., Salmon, S., Crook, N., … Sagues, W. J. (2025, December 6). Bioresources and Bioprocessing.

topics (OpenAlex): Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Production; Microbial metabolism and enzyme function; Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: December 7, 2025

2025 article

The Effect of Plasma Activated Water on the Rhizosphere Composition of Arabidopsis and Solanum lycopersicum

Kizer, J., Allen, X., Robinson, C., Grunden, A., Stapelmann, K., & Rojas-Pierce, M. (2025, October 15).

By: J. Kizer n, X. Allen n, C. Robinson n, A. Grunden n, K. Stapelmann n & M. Rojas-Pierce n

topics (OpenAlex): Magnetic and Electromagnetic Effects; Plant Genetic and Mutation Studies
Source: ORCID
Added: October 15, 2025

2025 article

Brian Larkins, a plant science pioneer, leader, mentor, and friend

Boston, R. S., Marks, M. D., & Cohen, J. D. (2025, July 25). Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

MeSH headings : History, 20th Century; History, 21st Century; Zea mays / genetics; Mentors; United States; Botany / history
topics (OpenAlex): Plant tissue culture and regeneration; Plant Genetic and Mutation Studies; Plant Micronutrient Interactions and Effects
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 25, 2025

2025 article

Advances in biomimetic carbonic anhydrase strategies for CO2 capture

Fedai, M., Shen, J., Bognár, Z., Kwansa, A. L., Grunden, A., Helveg, S., … Yingling, Y. G. (2025, July 2). Trends in Biotechnology.

co-author countries: Denmark 🇩🇰
topics (OpenAlex): Enzyme function and inhibition; Nanomaterials for catalytic reactions; Synthesis and Catalytic Reactions
Source: ORCID
Added: July 2, 2025

2025 article

In vitro demonstration and in planta characterization of a condensed, reverse TCA (crTCA) cycle

Wilson, N., Smith-Moore, C., Xu, Y., Edwards, B., Hovary, C. L., Li, K., … Sederoff, H. (2025, June 9). Frontiers in Plant Science, Vol. 16.

By: N. Wilson n, C. Smith-Moore n, Y. Xu*, B. Edwards n, C. Hovary n, K. Li n, D. Aslett n, M. Ji n ...

author keywords: photosynthesis; CO2 fixation; synthetic biology; Camelina sativa; reverse TCA cycle; carbon capture
topics (OpenAlex): Plant tissue culture and regeneration; Plant Virus Research Studies; Plant Pathogens and Resistance
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 30, 2025

2024 journal article

Effect of S-metolachlor and flumioxazin herbicides on sweetpotato treated with and without activated charcoal applied through transplant water

Weed Technology, 38.

author keywords: Weed management; vegetable; activated charcoal; Weed management; vegetable; activated charcoal
topics (OpenAlex): Weed Control and Herbicide Applications; Allelopathy and phytotoxic interactions; GABA and Rice Research
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: October 8, 2024

2024 article

Response of stevia to reduced-risk synthetic and nonsynthetic herbicides applied post-transplant

Ippolito, S. J., Jennings, K. M., Monks, D. W., Chaudhari, S., Jordan, D., Moore, L. D., & Blankenship, C. D. (2024, January 1). Weed Technology, Vol. 38.

author keywords: Organic weed control; organic weed management
topics (OpenAlex): Biochemical Analysis and Sensing Techniques; Advanced Chemical Sensor Technologies; Olfactory and Sensory Function Studies
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 11, 2024

2024 article

The scholarship of honorifics

Davis, J. M., Angle, J. S., Ferl, R. J., Gilbert, R. A., Grunden, A. M., Rials, T. G., … Toews, M. D. (2024, March 3). Crop Science, Vol. 3.

By: J. Davis*, J. Angle*, R. Ferl*, R. Gilbert*, A. Grunden n, T. Rials*, S. Senseman*, G. Thompson*, M. Toews*

topics (OpenAlex): Rhetoric and Communication Studies; American Constitutional Law and Politics
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4. Quality Education (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 25, 2024

2023 article

Trimming and Decontamination of Metagenomic Data can SignificantlyImpact Assembly and Binning Metrics, Phylogenomic and FunctionalAnalysis

Whitham, J. M., & Grunden, A. M. (2023, February 27). Current Bioinformatics, Vol. 18, pp. 428–439.

By: J. Whitham n & A. Grunden n

author keywords: Trimming; decontamination; binning; assembly; metagenomics; MAG; QC; accessibility
topics (OpenAlex): Genomics and Phylogenetic Studies; Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology; Biofuel production and bioconversion
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15. Life on Land (Web of Science; OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 28, 2023

2023 article

Biochemical characterization of a psychrophilic and halotolerant α–carbonic anhydrase from a deep-sea bacterium, <i>Photobacterium profundum</i>

Somalinga, V., Foss, E., & Grunden, A. M. (2023, January 1). AIMS Microbiology, Vol. 9, pp. 540–553.

By: V. Somalinga*, E. Foss* & A. Grunden n

author keywords: Photobacterium profundum; a-carbonic anhydrase; halotolerance; biomineralization; carbon capture
topics (OpenAlex): Enzyme function and inhibition; Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization; Metalloenzymes and iron-sulfur proteins
TL;DR: The first biochemical characterization of P. profundum α–CA (PprCA) is reported which revealed several catalytic properties that are atypical for this class of CA's and it is demonstrated that PprCA accelerates CO2 biomineralization to calcium carbonate under alkaline conditions. (via Semantic Scholar)
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14. Life Below Water (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 19, 2023

2023 journal article

Survivability of Salmonella Typhimurium (ATCC 14208) and Listeria innocua (ATCC 51742) on lignocellulosic materials for paper packaging

Heliyon, 9(3), e14122.

author keywords: Lignocellulosic; Food safety; Paper; Survivability; Bacteria; Packaging
topics (OpenAlex): Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging; Listeria monocytogenes in Food Safety; Food Safety and Hygiene
TL;DR: This research compared the growth and survivability of Salmonella Typhimurium and Listeria innocua on bleached and unbleached paper packaging materials to understand how bacteria proliferate and survive on lignocellulosic surfaces. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID, Crossref
Added: May 9, 2023

2023 article

Tolerance of muscadine grape to 2,4-D choline postemergence-directed

Sims, K. C., Mitchem, W. E., Jennings, K. M., Monks, D. W., Jordan, D. L., & Hoffmann, M. (2023, February 1). Weed Technology, Vol. 2.

author keywords: 2; 4-D choline; muscadine grape; Vitis rotundifolia Michx; 'Carlos' 'Nesbitt'; herbicide tolerance; small fruit; perennial fruit
topics (OpenAlex): Horticultural and Viticultural Research; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: April 24, 2023

2023 article

Nitrogen Fixation and Ammonium Assimilation Pathway Expression of Geobacter sulfurreducens Changes in Response to the Anode Potential in Microbial Electrochemical Cells

Ortiz-Medina, J. F., Poole, M. R., Grunden, A. M., & Call, D. F. (2023, March 28). (J. B. Glass, Ed.). Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Vol. 3.

Ed(s): J. Glass

author keywords: electromicrobiology; Geobacter; nitrogen fixation
MeSH headings : Nitrogen Fixation; Ammonium Compounds / metabolism; Geobacter / metabolism; Electrodes; Nitrogenase / metabolism; Nitrogen / metabolism
topics (OpenAlex): Microbial Fuel Cells and Bioremediation; Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology; Wastewater Treatment and Nitrogen Removal
TL;DR: The anode potential in microbial electrochemical technologies has a significant impact on nitrogen gas fixation rates, ammonium assimilation pathways, and expression of genes associated with nitrogen gasfixing in Geobacter sulfurreducens. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: April 11, 2023

2023 article

Streptomyces spp. as biocatalyst sources in pulp and paper and textile industries: Biodegradation, bioconversion and valorization of waste

Cuebas‐Irizarry, M. F., & Grunden, A. M. (2023, April 5). Microbial Biotechnology, Vol. 4.

topics (OpenAlex): Enzyme-mediated dye degradation; Enzyme Production and Characterization; Lignin and Wood Chemistry
TL;DR: This review discusses reports of Streptomyces‐based technologies for use in the textile and pulp‐milling industry and describes the challenges and recent advances aimed at achieving better biodegradation methods featuring these microbial catalysts. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 6, 2023

2023 journal article

Evaluation of electrical and mechanical Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri) management in cucumber, peanut, and sweetpotato

Weed Technology, 37(1), 53–59.

author keywords: Palmer amaranth; Amaranthus palmeri S; Watson; cucumber; Cucumis sativus L; 'Maxi pick'; peanut; Arachis hypogaea L; 'Walton'; sweetpotato; Ipomoea batatas (L; ) Lam; 'Covington'; Electric weed control; mechanical weed control; weed control; alternative weed management; organic weed control
topics (OpenAlex): Weed Control and Herbicide Applications; Allelopathy and phytotoxic interactions; Plant tissue culture and regeneration
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: January 23, 2023

2022 article

Recent progress in maize lethal necrosis disease: From pathogens to integrated pest management

ZHAN, B.-hui, YANG, X.-ling, LOMMEL, S. A., & ZHOU, X.-ping. (2022, August 10). Journal of Integrative Agriculture.

By: B. Zhan*, X. Yang*, S. Lommel n & X. Zhou*

co-author countries: China 🇨🇳
author keywords: maize lethal necrosis disease; maize chlorotic mottle virus; integrated pest management
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Virus Research Studies; Insect Resistance and Genetics; Animal Virus Infections Studies
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: January 30, 2023

2022 article

Flue‐cured tobacco and Cl rates: Implications on yield, quality, and nutrient concentration

Tiecher, T., Pace, C. R., Gatiboni, L., Vann, M., Hardy, D., & Fisher, L. (2022, December 8). Agronomy Journal, Vol. 2.

By: T. Tiecher*, C. Pace n, L. Gatiboni n, M. Vann n, D. Hardy* & L. Fisher n

co-author countries: Brazil 🇧🇷
topics (OpenAlex): Plant nutrient uptake and metabolism; Growth and nutrition in plants; Potato Plant Research
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
3. Good Health and Well-being (OpenAlex)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 9, 2022

2022 article

Microbial Diversity in Four Rhizocompartments (Bulk Soil, Rhizosphere, Rhizoplane, and Endosphere) of Four Winter Wheat Varieties at the Fully Emerged Flag Leaf Growth Stage

Ahmad, J., Zervas, A., Ellegaard-Jensen, L., Hennessy, R. C., Carbone, I., Cornish, V., … Nicolaisen, M. H. (2022, October 6). Microbiology Resource Announcements, Vol. 10.

co-author countries: Denmark 🇩🇰
topics (OpenAlex): Plant-Microbe Interactions and Immunity; Wheat and Barley Genetics and Pathology; Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology
TL;DR: Results of 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing from four rhizocompartments for four wheat cultivars grown under controlled conditions and sampled after flag leaf emergence demonstrate differences in microbial communities according to rhizcompartment. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 24, 2022

2022 journal article

Tolerance of plasticulture strawberry to 2,4-D choline applied to row middles

Weed Technology, 36(3), 352–357.

author keywords: herbicide tolerance; small fruit
topics (OpenAlex): Berry genetics and cultivation research; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Growth and nutrition in plants
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID, Crossref
Added: June 13, 2022

2022 article

Tolerance of southern highbush blueberry to 2,4-D choline postemergence-directed

Sims, K. C., Jennings, K. M., Monks, D. W., Mitchem, W. E., Jordan, D. L., & Hoffmann, M. (2022, April 29). Weed Technology, Vol. 4.

author keywords: 2; 4-D choline; southern highbush blueberry; Vaccinium corymbosum L; Herbicide tolerance; small fruit; perennial fruit
topics (OpenAlex): Berry genetics and cultivation research; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Fungal Plant Pathogen Control
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: May 31, 2022

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