Root Development and Architecture in Relation to Environmental Conditions

Dear Colleagues,

Plant roots are dynamic, and their growth is strongly affected by the environmental conditions found in the soil. These effects include alterations in the activation of primary root growth and the initiation of additional lateral organs such as lateral roots and, for legumes, root nodules. Cumulatively, these growth alterations and lateral organ initiations lead to changes in the root system architecture. Such architectural changes are regulated by both internal and external cues. Nutrient levels, soil composition, and microbes are some examples of potent external environmental cues, whereas plant hormones are among the internal cues affecting root development. This Special Issue of Genes on “Root Development and Architecture in Relation to Environmental Conditions” will address the mechanisms through which root development and architecture can respond and adapt to environmental conditions, providing an overview of recent developments in specialized research topics and critical perspectives on upcoming challenges.

Dr. Viola Willemsen
Dr. Wouter Kohlen
Guest Editors

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