Rhizosphere Processes and Plant–Microbiome Interactions
A special issue of Microbiology Research (ISSN 2036-7481).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 156
Special Issue Editors
Interests: microbial ecology; microbial N and P cycling; plant–microbe interaction mechanisms
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Interests: mineral–soil–microorganism interaction; development of microbial resources
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The rhizosphere is a dynamic and critical interface where plant roots, soil, and a diverse microbiome interact, shaping plant health, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem productivity. This Special Issue aims to explore the latest advances in understanding rhizosphere processes and the complex mechanisms of plant–microbiome interactions. We invite contributions that investigate the signaling, assembly, and functional dynamics of root-associated microbial communities, and their roles in nutrient acquisition, stress tolerance, and disease suppression. By integrating multidisciplinary approaches, this collection seeks to provide insights into harnessing the rhizosphere microbiome for sustainable agricultural practices. Original research and comprehensive reviews are welcome.
Dr. Ruibo Sun
Dr. Da Tian
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- rhizosphere nutrients dynamics
- plant–microbiome interactions
- microbial community assembly in rhizosphere
- plant nutrient acquisition
- plant health and rhizosphere microbiome
- principles and technologies for regulating rhizosphere microbial communities
- sustainable agriculture
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