Abstract: Herbicides, systems, and methods for inhibiting germination of a root parasitic plant are provided. In particular, the herbicide includes an active compound represented by Formula I. In this regard, the active compound is selected to bind to an active site of strigolactone receptors in seeds of the root parasitic plant.

Abstract: Herbicides, systems, and methods for inhibiting germination of a root parasitic plant are provided. In particular, the herbicide includes an active compound represented by Formula I. In this regard, the active compound is selected to bind to an active site of strigolactone receptors in seeds of the root parasitic plant.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe methods, systems, and compositions for the production of bioplastic from a gaseous substrate containing a carbon source by a two-stage fermentation process. Stage I includes introducing a gaseous substrate comprising CO2 and H2 to a primary bioreactor containing a culture of an acetogenic microorganism, anaerobically fermenting the gaseous substrate under elevated pressure to produce an acid-containing culture medium, and stage II includes aerobically fermenting the acid of the culture medium in a secondary bioreactor containing a culture of a PHA-producing microorganism to produce a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA). The culture medium can be suitable for both the first and second stages and enable the primary and secondary bioreactors to be connected in a sustainable continuous system.

Abstract: Herbicides, systems, and methods for inhibiting germination of a root parasitic plant are provided. In particular, the herbicide includes an active compound represented by Formula I. In this regard, the active compound is selected to bind to an active site of strigolactone receptors in seeds of the root parasitic plant.