Biofertilizers

I am establishing bioresources of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) from less investigated habitats particularly forests to unveil dark AMF and their associated bacteria. After identification and description, isolated AMF are used in laboratory experiments to check previous DNA-based hypotheses and clarify how AMF diversity and cohabitation drive their functions.

I'm a lecturer and researcher in the field of plant protection at the University of Jember, Indonesia, with a strong focus on plant–microbe interactions and biological control. My research focuses on exploring the role of functional microbes such as Trichoderma, mycorrhizae, and other beneficial microorganisms in enhancing plant resistance

My research work is based on the use of Indigenous Mycorrhizal Fungi in the mitigation of mycotoxigenic fungi in soil and plant produce and how the diversity of these organisms is affected by climatic conditions, especially in the tropical regions.

I am a postdoctoral researcher in Denmark working on a project aimed at promoting lake restoration across Europe. My research focuses on utilising microbes, including bacteria and mycorrhizal fungi, to enhance the recycling of nutrients, particularly phosphorus, from nutrient-rich sediments dredged from lakes. I am eager to expand my professional network and collaborate with researchers worldwide to further explore these microbial interactions and their potential applications.

Soil microbiologist.
My work focuses on mycorrhizae, soil fertility, and sustainable farming.
From ecological engineering in the Great Green Wall in Africa to studying agricultural impacts on mycorrhizal dynamics, I aim to optimize soil quality, reduce chemical inputs, and foster resilient agroecological systems.

Rehabilitation of degraded post-mining areas using bio-phytoremediation modified with soil ameliorants. These include mycorrhizal fungi, beneficial bacteria/ fungi (i.e. endophytic microbes and phosphate-solubilizing microorganisms), plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, and modified organic compounds (nanobiochar and pot-organic). These approaches are combined with the utilization of indigenous plant species supported by smart irrigation systems.

I am a lecturer in Crop Protection at the University of Nairobi, specializing in plant pathology, biological pest control, and sustainable agriculture. My work includes supervising research on fungal diseases in sorghum, exploring the use of Metarhizium anisopliae and Beauveria bassiana to manage storage and field pests, and studying arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) in relation to crop health and agricultural practices. I also support community efforts to promote mushroom cultivation as an alternative protein source in dryland regions.

I am a principal research fellow working with the Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria for the past 22 years and specialize in soil microbiology, organic farming, bio fertilizer production, organic medical herbal products for sustainable healthy living. I currently handle land use management courses at the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (PAULESI).

Working in the field of the marine and terrestrial fungus

My master's degree was in the synecology of animals such as mammals of the Greater and Lesser Caucasus Mountains (Red deer, Roe deer, Wild boar, Capra cylindricornis, Chamois, Mouflon, Wild goat ). Since 2013, I have been studying the macrofungi of the Greater and Lesser Caucasus Mountains.

Working with undergraduate students at the University of Panamá in the Agronomy Faculty in Agroforestry Engineering, one of our objectives is to strengthen their capabilities in understanding how the soil and its microorganisms work. Under this focus, we will try to evaluate the total fungal and mycorrhizal community richness and composition that will vary with elevation due to changes in climatic influences, in addition to soil characteristics and the influence of vegetation. For that, we will be establishing plots to collect data at several sites across the Comarca Ngäbe-Buglé in partnership with the GCBC-STRI project. In addition, our students will be using STRI labs for molecular (DNA) analysis and sequencing of fungal and mycorrhizal communities, working with Dr. Kristin Saltonstall.

Mes travaux de recherches portent sur l'ingénierie microbienne pour restaurer les sols dégradés au Bénin. En exploitant les microbes forestiers (états de référence), je développe des biofertilisants indigènes. L’objectif est de rétablir la productivité agricole pour assurer la sécurité alimentaire tout en contribuant à pallier la déforestation.

My research focuses on assessing how eco-friendly soil amendments affect soil microbiomes thereby enhancing soil health. By focusing on the dynamics of soil microbial communities, my research contributes to the broader understanding of nutrient cycling and the role of organic inputs in promoting resilient, microbially active soils for sustainable agriculture.

I am interested in plant-microbe interactions, specifically fungal symbioses in marine and coastal systems, and I am passionate about bridging the local research to implementation gap by exploring real world applications for conservation and restoration. Currently, I am investigating the seagrass microbiome, specifically associated marine fungi, on O’ahu, Hawai’i.

Dr. Jaime Olaizola Suárez, forestry engineer and applied mycology researcher. Founder and director of IDForest, a biotechnology company focused on the application of scientific knowledge to forest ecosystem restoration and regenerative agriculture.

My research aims to diagnose and identify plant pathogens such as bacteria, fungi and nematodes in the crops of small and large farmers. I am also investigating the potential of beneficial microorganisms to control economic diseases affecting crops in sourthern Ecuador.

Morphological and Molecular identification and characterization of endophytic fungi isolated from the rhizosphere of Xanthosoma sagittifolium L.Schott in two agroecological zones of Cameroon

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I am a microbiologist studying how microorganisms adapt to oligotrophic cold environments, with a focus on fungal and bacterial ecological roles. My work explores microbial diversity in the cryosphere, identifying taxa driving biogeochemical cycles and examining how fungal and microbial adaptations vary across hemispheres and through time.

Dr. K. Premsagar  research expertise lies in Characterization of metal ion transporters from Neurospora crassa and their role in life cycle development and fungal biodegradation of lignocellulose. Currently working on Trichoderma metal ion transporters,  isolation of fungal biofertilizers from hill and mountain areas in Nalgonda region.

La investigación esta basada en todos los componentes de la agricultura regenerativa, no solamente las alternativas para recuperar los suelos, si no también las selección de nuevas variedades de plantas adaptadas a estas técnicas, estamos comparando las diferentes técnicas: aplicación de abonos orgánicos, sobretodo basados en bioles, compost y   y con microorganismos enriquecedores del suelo: microorganismos de montaña, controladores biológicos: Trichoderma, Bauberia bassiana, Bacillus thuringiensis, micorrizas. Las investigaciones se realizan en terrenos de los campesinos y en terrenos experimentales de Raymi Llacta, sostenida mente estamos realizando cursos de capacitación para agricultores en toda la provincia de Loja, además los resultados están publicados en la revista "Naturaleza" de la casa de la Cultura ecuatoriana núcleo de Loja, así como son expuestos en  los "Martes de Naturaleza" de la misma casa de la cultura a donde asisten autoridades, estudiantes y profesores de universidades y colegios así como periodistas. En mi tesis de doctorado de estado trabajamos sobre el poder patógeno de Helminthosporium maydis y las relaciones huesped parásito.

My research is centered on the intricate relationship between plants and microorganisms, with a particular emphasis on leveraging microbial communities to enhance soil fertility, promote plant growth under diverse conditions, and remediate contaminated soils. I am experienced in investigating the microbial communities associated with plants and their pivotal role in plant health.

Pesquisador de doutorado com foco na interação entre fungos micorrízicos arbusculares (FMA) e grandes culturas, especificamente o milho. Minha pesquisa investiga o papel desses simbiontes na mitigação do estresse hídrico, avaliando parâmetros fisiológicos e bioquímicos que conferem maior resiliência às plantas frente a cenários de escassez de água e mudanças climáticas.

I am a PhD student studying the fundamental and functional role of Mucoromycotina fine root endophytes (MFRE) in plant phosphorus uptake.

I am a soil microbiologist with a chemical background, studying how AMF adapt to diverse environmental conditions and interact with other soil microorganisms. My research integrates soil chemistry and microbial ecology to uncover mechanisms shaping belowground networks, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem resilience, supporting SPUN’s mission to map and protect underground biodiversity.

I recently completed my PhD entitled ‘The influence of indigenous and exotic mycorrhiza species on Gemlik olive (Olea europaea cv. Gemlik) seedling growth under deficit water stress conditions.’ I work as a researcher at the Olive Research Institute, focusing on mycorrhiza–plant interactions under stress conditions.

Filamentous fungi, Lignocellulolytic enzymes, proteomics

Researching microbial technology for sustainable agriculture, with a focus on developing and optimizing fungal biological agents. Current work centers on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, exploring their potential for crop protection and enhancement. This involves bridging fundamental scientific research with industrial applications to create effective microbial solutions