Cell Wall Reorganization in Development, Regeneration and Stress Adaptation

Dear Colleagues,

The plant cell wall is a highly dynamic and responsive structure that is fundamental to plant growth, morphogenesis, and interaction with the environment. Continuous cell wall reorganisation underpins key developmental processes, enables tissue regeneration after damage, and supports plant adaptation to fluctuating and often adverse conditions. This Special Issue highlights recent advances in our understanding of plant cell wall dynamics, ranging from the regulation of cell wall biosynthesis and remodeling to the integration of mechanical properties with cellular signaling networks. The collected contributions explore how changes in cell wall composition, architecture, and mechanics influence cell expansion, organ development, wound healing, and responses to biotic and abiotic stresses. Emphasis is placed on the coordination between cell wall remodeling enzymes, cytoskeletal organization, and hormone- and stress-related signaling pathways. By combining genetic, biochemical, imaging, and biomechanical approaches, the studies presented in this Special Issue provide new insights into the central role of cell wall plasticity in plant development, regeneration, and stress adaptation, as well as outline emerging challenges and future directions for the field.

Dr. Anna Milewska-Hendel
Dr. Katarzyna Sala-Cholewa
Guest Editors

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