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ClearManagement affects the diversity and functions of root and leaf-associated microbiomes: implications for olive resilience
Researchers studied how different farming practices, including organic, conventional, and traditional methods, shape the microbial communities associated with olive tree roots and leaves. They found that agricultural management significantly influenced microbiome diversity and functional traits, with organic practices generally supporting more beneficial microbe populations. The findings suggest that farming methods play an important role in the overall health and resilience of olive trees.
Effects of microbial cultures on bacterial communities in the roots of Phyllostachys edulis
Researchers investigated the effects of applying endophytic bacterial cultures isolated from Phyllostachys edulis on bacterial communities in bamboo root systems and rhizosphere, as well as on soil chemical properties. Seven root samples were collected from experimental plots treated with a mixed culture of four bacteria, revealing how microbial inoculants reshape root-associated microbial communities.
Different Distribution of Core Microbiota in Upper Soil Layer in Two Places of North China Plain
Researchers compared the composition and distribution of core soil microbiota in upper soil layers at two locations on the North China Plain, examining how habitat and dominant plant species shape bacterial community structure relevant to nutrient cycling and carbon storage. The study found meaningful differences in microbial community composition between the two sites, reflecting local environmental influences.
Early inoculation of an endophyte alters the assembly of bacterial communities across rice plant growth stages
Researchers inoculated rice seedlings with a beneficial core endophytic bacterium and tracked how it affected bacterial communities throughout the plant's growth stages. They found the inoculation significantly altered microbial diversity in roots and stems and influenced bacterial community assembly. The study suggests that early introduction of beneficial microbes could be a useful tool for shaping healthier plant-associated microbial communities in agriculture.
16S rRNA gene amplicon-based metagenomic analysis of bacterial communities in the rhizospheres of selected mangrove species from Mida Creek and Gazi Bay, Kenya
This metagenomic study characterized rhizosphere bacterial communities of four mangrove tree species in Kenya, finding species-specific differences in microbial diversity and community structure that reflect the distinct root chemistry and sediment conditions of each mangrove host.
Functional Genomics of Root Development in Populus and Its Ecological Implications
This review summarises research on functional genes governing poplar root system development, covering transcriptome analysis, gene editing, and epigenetic approaches to understand how roots respond to drought, nutrient deficiency, and microbial interactions, with implications for afforestation and ecological restoration.
Mineral-Solubilizing Microbial Inoculums Promote Robinia pseudoacacia L. Growth by Optimizing the Rhizosphere Soil Microbial Community Structure
This paper is not relevant to microplastics research — it examines how mineral-solubilizing microbial inoculants affect rhizosphere microbial communities and growth of Robinia pseudoacacia trees.
Impact of Vanadium–Titanium–Magnetite Mining Activities on Endophytic Bacterial Communities and Functions in the Root Systems of Local Plants
Researchers used high-throughput sequencing to study how vanadium-titanium-magnetite mining affects endophytic bacteria in plant roots. The study found that mining activities significantly reduced bacterial diversity in local plant species, while certain stress-tolerant bacteria like Pseudomonas increased in abundance, indicating shifts in root microbiome composition due to mining contamination.
Soil Microbial Communities in Pseudotsuga sinensis Forests with Different Degrees of Rocky Desertification in the Karst Region, Southwest China
Researchers studied how increasing levels of rocky desertification in karst forests in southwest China affect soil microbial communities. They found that bacterial diversity declined significantly as desertification worsened, while fungal communities showed more resilience. Key soil properties including pH, organic carbon, and available nitrogen were identified as the main drivers shaping these microbial community shifts.
Structural and Functional Characteristics of Soil Microbial Communities in Forest–Wetland Ecotones: A Case Study of the Lesser Khingan Mountains
Researchers examined soil microbial communities across a forest-to-wetland gradient in China's Lesser Khingan Mountains, comparing mixed forest, conifer forest, wetland edge, and natural wetland. Natural wetland soils harbored the most distinct bacterial communities, driven primarily by high organic matter, nitrogen, and phosphorus content.
Culturomics and Amplicon-Based Metagenomic Insights into the Bacteria of Soils with High Yield of Oryza sativa L. subsp. Japonica
Researchers used culturomics and amplicon-based metagenomics to characterise bacterial communities in rhizosphere and bulk soils of high-yield Oryza sativa japonica paddy fields, identifying the microorganisms contributing to rice growth adaptability. The combined approach revealed the taxonomic composition and functional potential of the bacterial community in the paddy field agroecosystem.
Molecular Diversity of Ectomycorrhizal Fungi in Relation to the Diversity of Neighboring Plant Species
Researchers examined the alpha-diversity, community composition, and co-occurrence patterns of ectomycorrhizal fungi associated with Quercus acutissima across pure and mixed forest types to assess the influence of neighboring plant diversity. They found a modest positive correlation between EM fungal diversity and neighboring plant richness, mediated by changes in rhizosphere soil chemistry and bacterial communities, with keystone taxa Tomentella_badia, Tomentella_galzinii, and Sebacina_incrustans showing the strongest associations.
How Organic Mulching Influences the Soil Bacterial Community Structure and Function in Urban Forests
Researchers tested how different types of organic mulch affect the bacterial communities in urban forest soils. They found that wood chips and compost changed the soil's chemical properties and shifted the types of bacteria present, particularly those involved in carbon and nitrogen cycling. The study suggests that organic mulching could be a practical tool for improving the microbial health of urban soils.
Bioinformatic study of the soil microbiome under different cropping systems
This doctoral thesis compares soil microbial communities across different cropping systems using bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing, identifying how intensive agricultural practices degrade soil biodiversity. Healthy soil microbiomes are critical for crop productivity and may influence how soils respond to emerging pollutants like microplastics.
Effect of forest planting patterns on the formation of soil organic carbon during litter lignocellulose degradation from a microbial perspective
Not relevant to microplastics — this study investigates how different urban forest planting patterns (broadleaf, coniferous, mixed) affect soil organic carbon formation through litter decomposition using metagenomics and metabolomics, without any connection to microplastic pollution.
Multiple Factors Jointly Lead to the Lower Soil Microbial Carbon Use Efficiency of Abies fanjingshanensis in a Typical Subtropical Forest in Southwest China
Researchers evaluated microbial carbon use efficiency (CUE) in the rhizospheric topsoil and subsoil of the endangered Abies fanjingshanensis at three elevations in a subtropical forest in southwest China, alongside physicochemical indices, enzyme activities, and microbial community composition. They found that pH was the most important factor controlling CUE, with acidic conditions forcing microorganisms to expend more energy on cellular pH maintenance rather than biomass production.
Response strategies of stem/leaves endophyte communities to nano-plastics regulate growth performance of submerged macrophytes.
Nano-polystyrene exposure changed the composition and activity of endophytic bacterial communities in the stems and leaves of aquatic macrophytes, with some endophyte shifts helping plants maintain growth by modulating stress responses, revealing a microbiome-mediated tolerance mechanism.
Host species and microplastics differentiate the crop root endophytic antibiotic resistome
Researchers found that crop species and microplastic contamination significantly shape the antibiotic resistance gene profile in plant root endophytes, with microplastics enhancing resistance gene abundance via changes in root-associated microbial communities.
Linear responses of soil microbiomes, metagenomic and metabolomic functioning across ecosystems along water gradients in the Altai region, northwestern China
Researchers analyzed soil microbial communities, their genetic functions, and metabolic profiles across four ecosystems along a water gradient in the Altai region of China. Microbial diversity and carbon and nitrogen cycling functions increased linearly with soil moisture, demonstrating how hydrology shapes ecosystem-level microbial processes.
Transferred Bacterial Community on the Potentially Pathogenic Bacteria among Aquatic Water, Plant Root, and Sediment When Planting with Chinese Herbs
This study used 16S rRNA sequencing to examine how traditional Chinese medicinal plants affect bacterial communities in aquaculture water, roots, and sediments. Understanding how plant-based treatments shift microbial ecology in fish farming environments informs sustainable aquaculture practices that reduce reliance on antibiotics linked to antibiotic resistance in the plastisphere.
Comparison of the response of microbial communities to region and rootstock disease differences in tobacco soils of southwestern China
This study compared microbial communities in tobacco-growing soils across different regions of southwestern China to understand how regional differences and rootstock diseases affect soil microbiomes. The findings provide insight into the interactions between microbial communities, geographic variation, and plant disease occurrence. The results have implications for maintaining soil health and improving tobacco crop yield and quality.
Soil metagenomics reveals the effect of nitrogen on soil microbial communities and nitrogen-cycle functional genes in the rhizosphere of Panax ginseng
Researchers studied how different levels of nitrogen fertilizer affect the soil microbial communities around ginseng roots. They found that moderate nitrogen boosted beneficial microbes and improved ginseng yields, while excessive nitrogen decreased soil pH, reduced microbial diversity, and increased disease-causing organisms. The study highlights the importance of balanced fertilizer use for maintaining healthy soil ecosystems in agricultural settings.
Functional profile of the microbiome in the rhizosphere of drought- tolerant beans
Researchers investigated the functional microbiome profiles of the rhizosphere of drought-tolerant and drought-susceptible common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) cultivars under different water stress conditions using mesocosm experiments, finding distinct microbial functional signatures associated with drought tolerance. The study provides insights into how soil microorganisms contribute to crop resilience, with implications for sustainable agricultural practices that reduce the need for plastic-intensive irrigation infrastructure.
Soil-Microbial CNP Content and Ecological Stoichiometry Characteristics of Typical Broad-Leaved Tree Communities in Fanjing Mountain in Spring
This paper is not about microplastics; it examines soil microbial carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus stoichiometry across four subtropical forest types in Fanjing Mountain, China, to understand nutrient cycling and microbial nutrient limitations.