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View article: The tomato seed microbiome is mainly shaped by host genotype and production site
The tomato seed microbiome is mainly shaped by host genotype and production site Open
The seed microbiome plays a crucial role in plant health and productivity, yet the extent to which the plant genotype influences its composition remains unclear. We conducted a large-scale study using 100 tomato ( Solanum lycopersicum L.) …
View article: Indigenous Nigerian Vegetables Harbour Plant Species‐Specific Seed Microbial Signatures for Bacteria and Fungi
Indigenous Nigerian Vegetables Harbour Plant Species‐Specific Seed Microbial Signatures for Bacteria and Fungi Open
Introduction The seed microbiome is essential for plant health, development, and adaptation. Little is known regarding the constituents of seed microbiomes of Africa's indigenous vegetables, which enables the vertical transmission of a spe…
View article: Combined genomic and phenomic analyses reveals multifunctionality of Paenibacillus polymyxa K16 for plant’s nutrition, growth and health
Combined genomic and phenomic analyses reveals multifunctionality of Paenibacillus polymyxa K16 for plant’s nutrition, growth and health Open
The application of beneficial microorganisms with biostimulant, biofertilizer, and/or biopesticide properties represents an alternative to the use of chemicals in agriculture. Nevertheless, bioproducts’ selection and application efficacy u…
View article: Insights Into the <i>Mondia Whitei</i> Microbiome Across Geographic Regions in Eastern Africa
Insights Into the <i>Mondia Whitei</i> Microbiome Across Geographic Regions in Eastern Africa Open
Mondia whitei (Hook.f.) Skeels is an essential medicinal plant in African societies. However, little is known about the plant's metabolome and its microbiota. Here, we examine the root endosphere and rhizosphere from five locations in Ugan…
View article: Aureobasidium pullulans: a microbiome-based perspective from global biomes to edible plant tissues
Aureobasidium pullulans: a microbiome-based perspective from global biomes to edible plant tissues Open
Aureobasidium pullulans is a globally distributed fungus commonly found in plant-associated and anthropogenic environments. Known for its antagonistic activity against plant pathogens, it is widely used as a biocontrol agent in sustainable…
View article: Incorporating microbiomes into the One Health Joint Plan of Action
Incorporating microbiomes into the One Health Joint Plan of Action Open
The One Health Joint Plan of Action (2022–2026), developed by the United Nations Quadripartite (FAO, UNEP, WHO, and WOAH), provides a comprehensive framework to address global health risks at the human-animal-plant-environment interface. H…
View article: Linking the edible plant microbiome and human gut microbiome
Linking the edible plant microbiome and human gut microbiome Open
The edible plant microbiome, which includes microbes in raw-eaten plants, has been recently recognized as a vehicle delivering microbes to the gut. Fruits and vegetables can carry thousands to billions of microorganisms with diverse geneti…
View article: Harnessing microbiome-plant synergies: microbiome-interactive traits enhance plant growth and support sustainable agriculture
Harnessing microbiome-plant synergies: microbiome-interactive traits enhance plant growth and support sustainable agriculture Open
The interaction between plant cultivars and the soil microbiome is essential for agricultural productivity. We hypothesise that cultivars with a strong microbiome interactive trait (MIT) can reach high performance with reduced dependence o…
View article: Unraveling antibiotic resistance dynamics at the soil–plant interface under climate change for One Health
Unraveling antibiotic resistance dynamics at the soil–plant interface under climate change for One Health Open
Antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) naturally serve ecological and adaptive functions in microorganisms, yet human activities have disrupted this balance, accelerating their enrichment and spread in the soil–plant system. As a key ARG trans…
View article: Harnessing agri-food system microbiomes for sustainability and human health
Harnessing agri-food system microbiomes for sustainability and human health Open
Food system microbiomes include complex microbial networks that range from soil and marine environments to primary agriculture, farming, food processing, and distribution, and which influence human and environmental health. Advances in “om…
View article: Resistome variations between endophytic and epiphytic bacteria in apple fruits
Resistome variations between endophytic and epiphytic bacteria in apple fruits Open
Introduction:In recent years, there has been increasing concerns about antibiotic resistance. Despite the widespread public awareness about antibiotic resistance, little is known about resistome associated with endophytic and epiphytic mic…
View article: Linking the bed dust microbiome with environmental factors and child respiratory health
Linking the bed dust microbiome with environmental factors and child respiratory health Open
Our results suggest significant differences in bacterial community composition between individuals with and without asthma and the interaction between indoor microbiome and asthma is mediated by environmental factors in the household.
View article: Mosses as extraordinary reservoir of microbial diversity: a comparative analysing of co-occurring ‘plant-moss twins’ in natural alpine ecosystem
Mosses as extraordinary reservoir of microbial diversity: a comparative analysing of co-occurring ‘plant-moss twins’ in natural alpine ecosystem Open
The decline in plant biodiversity is evident at global scale, but little is known about the loss of microbial diversity associated with diverse plant phyla and their influencing factors. This study investigates the microbial diversity asso…
View article: Plant microbiome responses to bioinoculants and volatiles
Plant microbiome responses to bioinoculants and volatiles Open
Background There is an increase in the adoption of biological solutions for plant production as a means of attaining sustainable agriculture. A detailed understanding of the influence of specific bioinoculants and their volatile metabolite…
View article: Decomposition of Litter and Root Residues From Perennial Intermediate Wheatgrass Governed by the Soil Microbiome and Different Earthworm Species
Decomposition of Litter and Root Residues From Perennial Intermediate Wheatgrass Governed by the Soil Microbiome and Different Earthworm Species Open
Introduction Perennial intermediate wheatgrass (IWG, Kernza®) establishes an extensive root system which positively impacts nutrient retention and biodiversity and therefore offers a regenerative alternative to current annual wheat product…
View article: Mosses as extraordinary reservoir of microbial diversity: a comparative analysing of co- occurring ‘plant-moss twins’ in natural alpine ecosystem
Mosses as extraordinary reservoir of microbial diversity: a comparative analysing of co- occurring ‘plant-moss twins’ in natural alpine ecosystem Open
The decline in plant biodiversity is evident at global scale, but little is known about the loss of microbial diversity associated with diverse plant phyla and their influencing factors. This study investigates the microbial diversity asso…
View article: Prosystemin–derived signals: bridging leaf microbiome dynamics and defense activation
Prosystemin–derived signals: bridging leaf microbiome dynamics and defense activation Open
The use of plant-derived peptides as resistance inducers provides innovative and potentially environmentally friendly methods to safeguard crop health. Although their use is increasing rapidly, their broader impact, particularly on plant-a…
View article: The need for an individual-based global change ecology
The need for an individual-based global change ecology Open
Biodiversity loss and widespread ecosystem degradation are among the most pressing challenges of our time, requiring urgent action. Yet our understanding of their causes remains limited because prevailing ecological concepts and approaches…
View article: Intrinsic and Acquired Antimicrobial Resistomes in Plant Microbiomes: Implications for Agriculture and Public Health
Intrinsic and Acquired Antimicrobial Resistomes in Plant Microbiomes: Implications for Agriculture and Public Health Open
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to both human and environmental health. Before human intervention, the natural resistome existed in a relatively balanced state, mainly regulated by microbial interactions and envir…
View article: Microbiome Literacy: Enhancing Public and Academic Understanding Through the ‘Microbiome & Health’ Online Course
Microbiome Literacy: Enhancing Public and Academic Understanding Through the ‘Microbiome & Health’ Online Course Open
Microorganisms are fundamental to life on Earth, influencing biogeochemical processes, soil fertility, and the health of humans, animals and plants. Human activities have left a remarkable footprint on the environment, including global mic…
View article: Safeguarding microbial biodiversity: microbial conservation specialist group within the species survival commission of the International Union for Conservation of Nature
Safeguarding microbial biodiversity: microbial conservation specialist group within the species survival commission of the International Union for Conservation of Nature Open
As the first and dominant life forms on the planet, microorganisms underpin all ecological and organismal systems that drive planetary functioning, ecosystem health, and human wellbeing. Microbial communities are affected by anthropogenic …
View article: Exploring 1-alkene biosynthesis in bacterial antagonists and <i>Jeotgalicoccus</i> sp. ATCC 8456
Exploring 1-alkene biosynthesis in bacterial antagonists and <i>Jeotgalicoccus</i> sp. ATCC 8456 Open
Terminal olefins are important platform chemicals, drop-in compatible hydrocarbons and also play an important role as biocontrol agents of plant pathogens. Currently, 1-alkenes are derived from petroleum, although microbial biosynthetic ro…
View article: The microbiome of a perennial cereal differs from annual winter wheat only in the root endosphere
The microbiome of a perennial cereal differs from annual winter wheat only in the root endosphere Open
The intensification of agriculture has led to environmental degradation, including the loss of biodiversity. This has prompted interest in perennial grain cropping systems to address and mitigate some of these negative impacts. In order to…
View article: Plant-specific microbial diversity facilitates functional redundancy at the soil-root interface
Plant-specific microbial diversity facilitates functional redundancy at the soil-root interface Open
Aims Plant-specific microbial diversity reflecting host-microbe coevolution was frequently shown at the structural level but less on the functional scale. We studied the microbiome of three compartments at the soil root interface (root end…