Azam Khan – författare

Phytomicrobiome and Stress Regulation, a volume in the Microbiome Research in Plants and Soil series, provides an in-depth examination of how plant-associated microbial communities mitigate various stresses. The book explores the complexities of abiotic and biotic stresses faced by plants, emphasizing the importance of the phytobiome in stress alleviation. This comprehensive overview sheds light on the significant role that microbial composition and diversity play in driving ecological functions and enhancing plant resilience. In addition to addressing stress mitigation, the book highlights advances in applied crop microbiology and the dynamic responses of microbial communities to environmental changes.It underscores the impact of these communities on soil functioning and ecosystem health, making it a critical resource for understanding future climate change scenarios and their implications for plant health. Through detailed studies and evidence-based insights, the book aims to foster a more complete understanding of the intricate relationship between plants and their microbial allies.Highlights current research into the resilience of phytomicrobiomes to biotic and abiotic stresses and the related benefit to plantsExplains the benefits to agricultural productivity by improving soil structure, increasing ecosystem nutrient availability, and developing new intervention for insect pestsPresents the dynamisms of below- and above- ground microbiome in stress mitigation