Microbial Nutrient Cycling Mechanisms
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 30
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Microorganisms serve as the cornerstone of nutrient cycling across a wide array of ecosystems, from terrestrial soils to aquatic environments. A diverse range of microbial species play pivotal roles in governing the transformation and movement of critical elements, including carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur. These elements are the building blocks of life, and their efficient cycling is essential for maintaining ecosystem productivity and stability. Microbes employ a diverse range of enzymatic pathways to decompose organic matter, fix atmospheric gases, and convert nutrients to different chemical forms. Interestingly, different microorganisms with nutrient-regulating potential display distinct niche preferences and metabolic activities depending on specific environmental conditions. Moreover, emerging research suggests that there are numerous unreported microorganisms that may actively participate in or regulate the nutrient cycles in various ecosystems. Environmental factors, including temperature, pH, and oxygen availability, exert a profound influence on microbial activity and nutrient cycling rates. Changes in these factors can alter the composition and function of microbial communities, leading to shifts in nutrient cycling dynamics. A comprehensive understanding of microbial nutrient cycling mechanisms is of utmost importance. It will enable us to predict how ecosystems will respond to ongoing environmental changes, such as climate change and pollution. Furthermore, this knowledge will be instrumental in developing sustainable management strategies in agriculture, forestry, and environmental remediation, ensuring the long-term health and productivity of our ecosystems.
The aim of this Special Issue is to provide a collection of articles that showcase current research on “Microbial Nutrient Cycling Mechanisms”. As Guest Editors of this Special Issue, we invite you to submit research articles, review articles, and short communications related to this topic.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Jiawen Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- microbes
- nutrient cycling
- mechanism
- carbon
- nitrogen
- phosphorus
- sulfur
- environmental factors
- biotechnology applications
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