Natural small molecule AMHA for enhanced plant resistance
Discover AMHA, a natural small molecule that enhances plant resistance to abiotic and biotic stresses, promotes growth, and reduces pesticide residues by targeting specific proteins in crops like tomato, wheat, maize, and tobacco.
Overview
AMHA is a breakthrough natural small molecule designed to improve plant resistance to various abiotic and biotic stresses. By targeting specific action proteins, AMHA not only enhances the natural resilience of crops such as tomato, wheat, maize, and tobacco but also promotes growth and reduces the harmful effects of pesticide residues. This innovative solution offers a sustainable approach to crop protection and productivity enhancement.
Technical specifications
AMHA functions by interacting with select proteins in different crops, leading to improved resistance against heat in tomatoes, cold in rice, powdery mildew in wheat, and herbicide damage in maize and tobacco. The research has shown significant potential in enhancing crop resilience and reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. Further development is focused on refining the molecular mechanisms, optimizing fermentation production processes, and improving formulation techniques for better application and efficacy.
Technology readiness level
AMHA has reached Technology Readiness Level 6, indicating that it has been demonstrated in relevant environments and is moving towards pilot production and application testing. Collaborative partnerships are sought to support product registration experiments and application technology development.
About Nanjing Agricultural University
Nanjing Agricultural University is a public research university with an agricultural focus in Nanjing, advancing national and regional priorities through integrated basic-to-applied research and field training. Industry engages through experimental farms, field stations, controlled-environment facilities, and pilot processing spaces for prototyping and scale‑up. An industry liaison team supports sponsored research, testing services, and joint labs, while regional demonstration sites speed on‑farm trials across the Yangtze River Delta. Research is supported by national and provincial programs, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Ministry of Science and Technology. A technology transfer office manages IP, licensing, and startup incubation.
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