Advances in Plant–Soil–Microbe Interactions
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Microbe Interactions".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 552
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agricultural microbiology; microbial ecology; plant growth promoters; biocontrol
Interests: microbial ecology of plant-growth-promoting microorganisms and biological control agents in agro-systems; genetic and functional diversity of microbial communities associated with soil, rhizosphere, and crops; crop–microorganisms interactions at physiological, metabolic, and molecular levels; agricultural soil conservation using isotopic techniques
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will explore advances in plant–soil–microbe interactions, highlighting their critical role in terrestrial ecosystems and agriculture. It delves into the rhizosphere microbiome's influence on nutrient cycling and disease suppression, and features research on beneficial symbioses, their contribution to sustainable agriculture, and how these interactions adapt to environmental stressors. Articles studying biotechnology and microbial inoculants with which to enhance plant productivity in a changing climate are also welcome. Ultimately, this Special Issue will focus on fostering more resilient agroecosystems.
Dr. Zelaya Molina Lily Xochilt
Prof. Dr. Sergio de los Santos Villalobos
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- plant–soil–microbe interactions
- rhizosphere microbiome
- sustainable agriculture
- environmental stressors
- microbial inoculants
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