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Rhizosphere: Ecology, Management and Application highlights the use of the rhizosphere microbiome to improve plant and soil health, including strengthening stress resistance and remediating negatively impacted soils. The book focuses on current developments and applications of related low input management strategies in high-value crops as well as non-food plants. Further sections provide insights into the ecology and functions of these interactions, including evidence that plant microbiota is vital for plant growth and stress resilience and health. It highlights fundamental microbiome research to help readers better understand the dynamics within microbial communities and their interactions with various plant hosts and the environment.

Microbial-root associations are essential to assist plants under abiotic and biotic stresses and are necessary and beneficial to enhancing agricultural crop production. Numerous studies have enhanced our vision of the complex interactions between the plant, the associated microbial communities, and the environment. Further, microbe - microbe interactions allow the simulation microbial community interactions naturally, and is one of the many modern methods for the development of novel and effective metabolites.

Includes insights on the sustainable use of valuable soil rhizobiome Explores the latest biotechnological developments in the harnessing of rhizosphere potential Proposes potential applications and microbial communities in modern agricultural systems, soil bioremediation and environmental restoration Assesses the role of the rhizosphere microbial communities in increasing the growth of crop plants

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

Microorganisms form the very foundation of life on Earth. Without them, other living beings could not have existed or evolved. These tiny but powerful forms of life are found everywhere. They thrive in conditions where most other organisms cannot survive.This book explores one fascinating group of such microorganisms known as extremophiles—organisms that flourish in extreme environments. Among them are the psychrophiles, or cold-loving microbes, which can live and function in freezing conditions. Their remarkable ability to survive in such cold environments has opened new doors for scientific discovery and innovation. Psychrophiles produce special cold-active enzymes called psychrozymes, which remain efficient even at very low temperatures. These enzymes have exciting applications in biotechnology, environmental cleanup, and sustainable waste management.Through this book, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the psychrophilic microbiome—its diversity, how it adapts to the cold, and how its unique properties can be harnessed for human benefit. It presents clear explanations, authentic data, and the latest research on how these extraordinary microorganisms turn freezing temperatures into opportunities for life and innovation. It covers issues such as cold adaptation by cryophiles and adaptation strategies of cryophiles with authentic data. Key Features:Provides in-depth information on cold-habitats and diversity of psychrophiles.Offers new insight into molecular adaptation of psychrophiles in different cold environs.Provides significant information on biotechnological capabilities of psychrophiles and psychrozymes.Discusses utilization of psychrophiles for remediation of emerging environmental pollutants.Unfolds commercialization potential of psychrophilic microbiome.

SOIL BIOREMEDIATION A practical guide to the environmentally sustainable bioremediation of soilSoil Bioremediation: An Approach Towards Sustainable Technology provides the first comprehensive discussion of sustainable and effective techniques for soil bioremediation involving microbes. Presenting established and updated research on emerging trends in bioremediation, this book provides contributions from both experimental and numerical researchers who provide reports on significant field trials.Soil Bioremediation instructs the reader on several different environmentally friendly bioremediation techniques, including:Bio-sorptionBio-augmentationBio-stimulationEmphasizing molecular approaches and biosynthetic pathways of microbes, this one-of-a-kind reference focuses heavily on the role of microbes in the degradation and removal of xenobiotic substances from the environment and presents a unique management and conservation perspective in the field of environmental microbiology.Soil Bioremediation is perfect for undergraduate students in the fields of environmental science, microbiology, limnology, freshwater ecology and microbial biotechnology. It is also invaluable for researchers and scientists working in the areas of environmental science, environmental microbiology, and waste management.

The issue of flooding has become a significant challenge on a global scale especially in rain-fed ecosystems, having soils with poor drainage. This significantly diminishes crop yield. Therefore, it is imperative to address the issue of flood stress, including the potential strategies for mitigating its adverse effects on crop yield, in order to ensure the continued provision of food for the growing global population.This book aims at bringing out a comprehensive collection of information on flooding stress on plants such as morphological, physiological, and molecular responses of plants to flood stress, omics studies to understand the molecular mechanism underlying flooding stress tolerance, and transgenic and microbial strategies to overcome flood stress. It also deals with the use of new technologies to understand flood stress and plant responses.The chapters included in this book are the compilation of latest information and data on the flood stress, its effect on the physiology, growth, and development of crop plants as well as mechanisms adapted by plants to overcome this stress. This book will help Researchers, Professors, Agri-Entrepreneurs, and Technologists understand the detrimental effects of flood stress, to develop newer approaches to mitigate flood stress. The book will help fill in designing new dimensions in the Flood Stress research and development of methods and technologies to overcome the flood-induced losses in crop yield.

This book provides a clear and accessible overview of endophytes and their significance across plant biology, human health, and biotechnology. It introduces the biology of bacterial and fungal endophytes and describes their long‑established symbiotic interactions with plants. Emphasis is placed on their contributions to plant growth, nutrient uptake, stress tolerance, and resistance to pathogens.The volume outlines current insights into the diverse secondary metabolites produced by endophytes, many of which exhibit antimicrobial, antifungal, anticancer, or immunomodulatory activities. These characteristics highlight their growing relevance for pharmaceutical research, including the development of new antibiotics and therapeutic agents. Additional chapters address emerging applications in dermatology, probiotic development, and microbiome studies.In agricultural settings, endophytes serve as effective biostimulants and biocontrol agents, offering environmentally sustainable alternatives to synthetic agrochemicals. Their ability to enhance plant resilience makes them an important component of future crop production strategies.The book also explores the expanding role of endophytes in industrial and environmental biotechnology. Their capacity to degrade pollutants, support bioremediation processes, and contribute to the production of biofuels, bioplastics, and other bio‑based materials underscores their broad technological potential.Providing an interdisciplinary and up‑to‑date perspective, this volume is intended for researchers, academics, students and industry professionals in biotechnology‑related fields. It offers a concise yet comprehensive introduction to the diverse applications and future possibilities of endophyte research.