About this Research Topic
Advanced imaging methods have significantly enhanced our capacity to study and comprehend various aspects of plants. These techniques enable researchers to visualize and analyze plant structures, functions, and processes at diverse scales, ranging from the molecular to the whole organism. Imaging-based analyses find applications in various fields of plant research, including the investigation of beneficial plant-microbe interactions, offering valuable insights into plant developmental biology, anatomy, and microbial and environmental interactions. Given the pivotal role of plant-microbe interactions in agriculture and ecological systems, understanding the dynamics of these interactions is crucial for improving plant health, crop yield, and overall sustainability. Imaging techniques have proven indispensable in visualizing and studying these interactions at varying spatial and temporal scales.
This Research Topic aims to compile a collection of articles on state-of-the-art technologies and imaging methodologies applied to study plant behavior viz. beneficial plant-microbe interactions. This goal includes showcasing the utilization of advanced techniques, such as live cell imaging, confocal laser scanning microscopy, multiphoton microscopy, light sheet electron microscopy, super-resolution microscopy, X-ray CT imaging, and electron microscopy. These cutting-edge imaging methods are revolutionizing plant biology research, empowering scientists to unravel complex biological processes, understand plant development and interactions, investigate stress responses, and enhance crop productivity.
Furthermore, the incorporation of these cutting-edge imaging technologies into the investigation of plant physiology and the evaluation of the efficacy of plant-derived bioactive molecules for both environmental and biological applications (and associated topics) align with the goals of the Research Topic.
Plant imaging methods serve as valuable tools for studying and comprehending the responses of plants to diverse environmental conditions. They enable researchers to visualize alterations in plant physiology, metabolism, anatomy, development, and interactions.
Authors are warmly invited to submit original articles and reviews covering all fields of plant imaging, encompassing plant-microbe interactions.
This Research Topic aims to compile a collection of articles on state-of-the-art technologies and imaging methodologies applied to study plant behavior viz. beneficial plant-microbe interactions. This goal includes showcasing the utilization of advanced techniques, such as live cell imaging, confocal laser scanning microscopy, multiphoton microscopy, light sheet electron microscopy, super-resolution microscopy, X-ray CT imaging, and electron microscopy. These cutting-edge imaging methods are revolutionizing plant biology research, empowering scientists to unravel complex biological processes, understand plant development and interactions, investigate stress responses, and enhance crop productivity.
Furthermore, the incorporation of these cutting-edge imaging technologies into the investigation of plant physiology and the evaluation of the efficacy of plant-derived bioactive molecules for both environmental and biological applications (and associated topics) align with the goals of the Research Topic.
Plant imaging methods serve as valuable tools for studying and comprehending the responses of plants to diverse environmental conditions. They enable researchers to visualize alterations in plant physiology, metabolism, anatomy, development, and interactions.
Authors are warmly invited to submit original articles and reviews covering all fields of plant imaging, encompassing plant-microbe interactions.
Keywords: advanced imaging, beneficial plant-microbe interactions, crop productivity, microscopy
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