Plants rely on both short- and long-distance immune signaling networks to halt and prevent microbial infections. However, these networks are frequently targeted by mutualistic and pathogenic microbes to facilitate infections. Recent advancements have even suggested the existence of a connection between peptides produced in the roots, which are associated with plant growth and nutrition status, and leaf immune responses. This further expands the scope of questions regarding inter-organ signaling in both pathogenic and mutualistic interactions. In this session, we aim to present our current understanding of local and inter-organ signaling in plant immunity, encompassing both priming the host immune system against future pathogenic infections and enhancing plant nutrition through mutualism.
Plants rely on both short- and long-distance immune signaling networks to halt and prevent microbial infections. However, these networks are frequently targeted by mutualistic and pathogenic microbes to facilitate infections. Recent advancements have even suggested the existence of a connection between peptides produced in the roots, which are associated with plant growth and nutrition status, and leaf immune responses. This further expands the scope of questions regarding inter-organ signaling in both pathogenic and mutualistic interactions. In this session, we aim to present our current understanding of local and inter-organ signaling in plant immunity, encompassing both priming the host immune system against future pathogenic infections and enhancing plant nutrition through mutualism.
This session brings together cutting-edge research on plant-nematode and plant-parasitic plant interactions. Discover how molecular mechanisms shape these complex relationships, driving both parasitism and defense strategies. From signaling pathways to host manipulation, this session covers the genetic and biochemical underpinnings of these interactions. Join us to uncover shared themes and unique strategies employed by parasitic organisms, fostering discussions that can inspire innovative approaches in plant protection and sustainable agriculture.
This session brings together cutting-edge research on plant-nematode and plant-parasitic plant interactions. Discover how molecular mechanisms shape these complex relationships, driving both parasitism and defense strategies. From signaling pathways to host manipulation, this session covers the genetic and biochemical underpinnings of these interactions. Join us to uncover shared themes and unique strategies employed by parasitic organisms, fostering discussions that can inspire innovative approaches in plant protection and sustainable agriculture.
This session aims to highlight advancements in identifying crop resistance and susceptibility genes, and understanding their mechanism. It will cover novel resistance gene discoveries through pan-genome and multi-omics approaches, durable resistance trait stacking, innovative genome engineering strategies, and integration into breeding programs.
This session aims to highlight advancements in identifying crop resistance and susceptibility genes, and understanding their mechanism. It will cover novel resistance gene discoveries through pan-genome and multi-omics approaches, durable resistance trait stacking, innovative genome engineering strategies, and integration into breeding programs.
Microbe-mediated plant-insect interactions are a complex and rapidly expanding field of research. Soil microbial communities influence trophic interactions above and below ground, shaping plant, herbivore, and microbial dynamics. Beneficial soil microbes can enhance plant pest resistance, while insect herbivory induces root-exuded chemicals that attract specific microbes. Microbes associated with phytophagous insects further modulate insect-plant interactions by altering immune signaling, stress-related phytohormones, and inter-kingdom communication, as well as detoxifying plant defense compounds. These intricate interactions reveal the critical roles of microbes in shaping plant and insect ecology, emphasizing their broader ecological and evolutionary significance.
Microbe-mediated plant-insect interactions are a complex and rapidly expanding field of research. Soil microbial communities influence trophic interactions above and below ground, shaping plant, herbivore, and microbial dynamics. Beneficial soil microbes can enhance plant pest resistance, while insect herbivory induces root-exuded chemicals that attract specific microbes. Microbes associated with phytophagous insects further modulate insect-plant interactions by altering immune signaling, stress-related phytohormones, and inter-kingdom communication, as well as detoxifying plant defense compounds. These intricate interactions reveal the critical roles of microbes in shaping plant and insect ecology, emphasizing their broader ecological and evolutionary significance.