Exploring the Impact of Beneficial Plant-Associated Microbes on Host Plants
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Microbe Interactions".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 September 2024 | Viewed by 1173
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The upcoming Special Issue aims to delve into the diverse influence of beneficial plant-associated microbes on host plants, elucidating their pivotal roles in enhancing plant health, growth, and stress resilience. This issue seeks to highlight the multifaceted effects these symbiotic organisms exert on their hosts, including enhanced nutrient uptake, improved pathogen resistance, and mitigation of abiotic stressors such as drought and salinity.
Furthermore, research has revealed that these interactions extend to the modulation of plant hormone levels, positively influencing developmental processes and overall fitness. Additionally, these associations impact the host's immune system, contributing to improved defense mechanisms, while some microbes produce bioactive compounds with potential pharmaceutical and agricultural applications.
We invite contributions that delve into the intricate mechanisms by which beneficial plant-associated microbes affect host plants, whether related to the ecological dynamics underlying these interactions, the molecular basis of symbiosis, or the practical implications for sustainable agriculture. By fostering collaborative insights and advancements in this area, we aim to pave the way for innovative strategies harnessing the beneficial effects of plant-associated microbes, ultimately leading to enhanced plant health and agricultural sustainability.
Dr. Gary Harman
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- mechanisms of nutrient exchange and metabolic interactions
- modulation of plant defense responses
- abiotic stress tolerance enhancement
- bioactive compounds production and applications
- ecological dynamics of beneficial plant-associated microbial communities
- microbes enhancing photosynthesis in association with plants
- nitrogen fixation by beneficial plant-associated microbes (emphasis on monocots)
