Reprogramming Plant Memory Hidden in Seeds via Cold Plasma Irradiation―Pioneering Plasma Seed Science―

Abstract

Atmospheric-pressure plasma applications in agriculture have attracted attention as an environmentally friendly technology for enhancing agricultural productivity. Here we introduce research findings on the effects of plasma irradiation on seeds, particularly its role in promoting germination and growth. Notably, plasma treatment of seeds with restricted physiological activity has been shown to induce epigenetic modifications. This discovery has catalyzed the integration of plasma science with agronomy and molecular biology, fostering the emergence of a new interdisciplinary field : Plasma Seed Science.