Diversity, Physiology and Ecology of Marine Microorganisms
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Diversity".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 139
Special Issue Editors
Interests: marine microbial ecology; biogeochemistry; next-generation sequencing; bioinformatics
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Marine microorganisms are fundamental drivers of oceanic ecosystems, playing critical roles in global biogeochemical cycles, food webs, and climate regulation. Despite their microscopic size, they represent a vast portion of marine biodiversity and display extraordinary metabolic and physiological versatility. Understanding the diversity, ecological functions, and physiological adaptations of marine microbes is key to predicting ecosystem responses to environmental change.
In recent years, advances in molecular techniques and environmental monitoring have greatly expanded our ability to study microbial communities in a variety of marine environments, ranging from surface waters to deep-sea habitats. These microorganisms exhibit remarkable resilience and specialization, enabling them to thrive in extreme and variable conditions.
This Special Issue aims to collate current research on the taxonomy, functional diversity, physiological traits, and ecological dynamics of marine microorganisms. We particularly welcome, but are not limited to, studies exploring microbial responses to environmental stressors, community interactions, and novel metabolic pathways. Expanding our knowledge of this field will not only enhance our understanding of marine ecosystems but will also inform strategies for biodiversity conservation and sustainable ocean management.
Dr. Xianzhe Gong
Dr. Weizhi Song
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- diversity
- ecology
- physiology
- microbiology
- ocean
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