Science Associates / Specialization:
Plant-Soil Feedback
Ayooluwa Adebanke Olubode
Ayooluwa Adebanke Olubode
Affiliation
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. Ogun State
Location
Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
Research Description
I focus on the diversity of soil organisms, biodiversity in agroecosystems, and the influence of microorganisms on soil health and crop productivity, working on plant microbes’ interactions, specifically arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi inoculation, drought tolerance, heavy metals, and salinity—Community Structure of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Bioremediation using Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi.
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biomes
Christopher Ngosong
Christopher Ngosong
Affiliation
University of Buea
Location
Buea Cameroon
Research Description
Understanding mycorrhizal ecology and it's implication in agro-ecosystem functioning. Inferring on the effect of farm management practices on mycorrhizal dynamics and productivity.
Re-engineering the rhizosphere microbiome with arbuscular mycorrhiza to improve crop performances. Overall, soil-plant-microbe-insect interactions.
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biomes
Melina Soledad Piacenza
Melina Soledad Piacenza
Affiliation
Grupo de Estudios Ambientales-Instituto de Matemática Aplicada San Luis (GEA-IMASL)-Universidad Nacional de San Luis, Argentina (UNSL)
Location
San Luis, Argentina
Research Description
I investigate the interaction between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and crops in different agroecosystems. I study how AMF diversity varies according to agricultural practices and how this influences crop growth, aiming to find benefits for sustainable agriculture.
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biomes
Yazhini Gunasekaran
Yazhini Gunasekaran
Affiliation
Vanavarayar Institute of Agriculture
Location
Tamil Nadu, India
Research Description
My research interests lie at the intersection of soil carbon dynamics, nutrient cycling, and plant-microbe interactions. I aim to elucidate the intricate relationships between soil organic matter, nutrient availability, and microbial communities to enhance our understanding of ecosystem functioning and resilience in the face of environmental change.