Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:14pm on 22 Dec 2023,Friday Science
A groundbreaking discovery by Visva-Bharati University's research team unveils a novel species of bacteria, Pantoea Tagorei, dedicated to Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Recognizing Tagore's commitment to agriculture, the bacteria, found in Jharia coal mines, exhibits unique properties fostering plant growth. Bomba Dam, Microbiology Assistant Professor, highlights its ability to solubilize potassium, replenish nitrogen, and solubilize phosphorus. Farmers, already benefiting from its application, embrace the shift towards sustainable farming. Acting VC, Sanjoy Kumar Mallik, lauds the team's work, foreseeing a profound impact on agriculture. The findings, detailed in the Indian Journal of Microbiology, mark a fitting tribute to Tagore's legacy.
