Call for articles – Root-soil-leaf interplay: strigolactone signaling in plant-microbe interactions

 

This Special Issue explores the intricate roles of strigolactones in mediating interactions between plants and soil microbes, focusing on their implications for sustainable agriculture and ecosystem health.

First, understanding the roles of strigolactones in mediating plant-microbe interactions is crucial for deciphering the complex relationships that underpin ecosystem dynamics. These hormones are key signaling molecules that influence plant growth, development, and stress responses while also shaping microbial community structures and functions in the soil.

Second, this research has direct implications for sustainable agriculture. By enhancing our understanding of how strigolactones facilitate beneficial interactions with soil microbes, we can develop strategies that optimize crop yield and resilience while minimizing reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. This is essential for addressing global food security challenges, especially in the face of increasing population pressures and climate change.

Moreover, the interplay between phytohormones and microbial communities is vital for maintaining soil health. Healthy soils support diverse ecosystems and efficient nutrient cycling, which are crucial for long-term agricultural sustainability.

Finally, the interdisciplinary nature of this topic encourages collaboration among researchers in plant biology, microbiology, and environmental science, fostering innovative solutions to complex agricultural and ecological challenges.

We invite researchers, scholars, and practitioners to submit papers for our upcoming special issue focusing on the vital role of strigolactones in plant-microbe interactions. This collection aims to highlight the complex interplay between roots, soil, and leaves, emphasizing how strigolactones influence ecological relationships and agricultural practices.

We welcome contributions that explore, but are not limited to, the following themes:

– Mechanisms of strigolactone signaling in root-microbe interactions

– The impact of strigolactones on microbial community dynamics in soil

– Effects of strigolactones on plant growth and stress resilience

– The role of mycorrhizal fungi and beneficial bacteria in strigolactone-mediated interactions

– Systemic effects of strigolactones  on leaf physiology and overall plant health

– Applications of strigolactone research in sustainable agriculture and crop management

– Innovations in biostimulants and biofertilizers derived from strigolactone research

All submissions need to be sent via Wiley’s Research Exchange submission portal: wiley.atyponrex.com/journal/PPL.

Deadline: 31st March 2026

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