Rhizobiology: Molecular Physiology of Plant Roots

Recent advancements in the role of biomolecules in regulating root growth and development are discussed in this book, with a focus on rhizobiology. It highlights the significance of novel biomolecules as potential growth regulators or hormones, and emphasizes the importance of root phenotyping and plasticity analysis in understanding molecular pathways of root signaling. Additionally, it explores the tolerance and modulatory mechanisms of root physiology in response to abiotic stresses.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 500 pages
Publication date: 09 December 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The role of various biomolecules in regulating root growth and development has seen significant advancements in recent years. Rhizobiology, a dynamic subfield of plant science, brings together investigations from diverse areas such as physiology, biochemistry, genetic analysis, and plant-microbe interactions. The field of physiology and molecular mechanisms related to root development has witnessed remarkable progress in the past two decades. In addition to the well-known conventional phytohormones like IAA, GA, cytokinin, ethylene, and ABA, there has been growing interest in exploring novel biomolecules as potential growth regulators or hormones that influence plant growth and development.

Root phenotyping and plasticity analysis, conducted with respect to specific functional mutants of each biomolecule, offer valuable insights into the molecular pathways of root signaling. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the tolerance and modulatory mechanisms of root physiology in response to various environmental stresses, including light burst, ROS generation, gravitropic response, abiotic stress, and biotic interactions.

One chapter titled "Root Apex Cognition: From Neuronal Molecules to Root-Fungal Networks and Suberin in Monocotyledonous Crop Plants: Structure and Function in Response to Abiotic Stresses" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com. This chapter explores the intricate interplay between neuronal molecules and root-fungal networks in regulating root development and response to abiotic stresses in monocotyledonous crop plants. It discusses the structure and function of suberin, a crucial biomolecule involved in abiotic stress tolerance, and highlights the role of root-fungal networks in modulating suberin synthesis and distribution.

Another chapter titled "Root Apex Cognition: From Neuronal Molecules to Root-Fungal Networks and Suberin in Monocotyledonous Crop Plants: Structure and Function in Response to Abiotic Stresses" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com. This chapter explores the intricate interplay between neuronal molecules and root-fungal networks in regulating root development and response to abiotic stresses in monocotyledonous crop plants. It discusses the structure and function of suberin, a crucial biomolecule involved in abiotic stress tolerance, and highlights the role of root-fungal networks in modulating suberin synthesis and distribution.

These chapters provide valuable insights into the latest advancements in the field of rhizobiology, shedding light on the role of biomolecules in regulating root growth and development. They highlight the importance of understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying root signaling and the tolerance mechanisms of roots in response to various environmental stresses. The open access availability of these chapters ensures widespread access to research findings and promotes scientific collaboration among scholars and researchers.

Weight: 777g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030849870
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021