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An Integrated Approach to Pb Bioremediation: Role of Bacteria in Enhancing Phytoremediation

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Bender, Luísa Andina, Demarco, Carolina Faccio, Pieniz, Simone, Carlos, Filipe Selau, Quadro, Maurízio Silveira, Andreazza, Robson·2025·Sustainability
DOI 10.3390/su17041386
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Lead (Pb) contamination poses significant ecological and health risks due to its persistence and toxicity. Bacterial-assisted phytoremediation has emerged as a promising, eco-friendly strategy for Pb removal. This review focuses on the integration of bacteria in phytoremediation, exploring the mechanisms and factors that influence the effectiveness of this process. Case studies demonstrate that bacterial inoculation can increase Pb accumulation in plant tissues, enhance biomass growth, and reduce Pb contamination. Finally, challenges related to field applications, microorganism tolerance, and environmental variability are discussed. This review provides valuable insights into improving phytoremediation efficiency, thus contributing to the remediation of Pb-contaminated environments.

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Bender, L. A., Demarco, C. F., Pieniz, S., Carlos, F. S., Quadro, M. S., & Andreazza, R.
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Universidade Federal de Pelotas (BR)
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Andreazza, Robson
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Published
2025-02-08
Volume
17
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4
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1386
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2071-1050 (ISSN-L)
DOI
10.3390/su17041386
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  • Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior—Brasil (CAPES) (001, #403776/2023-6)
  • CNPq (National Council for Scientific and Technological Development) (001, #403776/2023-6)
Topics
  • Physical Sciences › Environmental Science › Pollution › Heavy metals in environment
  • Physical Sciences › Environmental Science › Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis › Chromium effects and bioremediation
  • Physical Sciences › Environmental Science › Pollution › Microbial bioremediation and biosurfactants
Keywords
lead contamination, phytoremediation, plant growth-promoting bacteria, lead accumulation in plants, bacterial inoculation, heavy metal contamination, microbial tolerance

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