Multiomics analysis of rhizosphere and plant health

Abstract

The importance of the rhizosphere has increased over the last century. Primarily bacteria, fungi, and viruses, all of which engage in direct interaction with plants, dominate this intricate biological system. When it comes to the growth of plants, the harvesting of crops, and the maintenance of ecosystems as a whole, and the rhizosphere is an extremely important component. The mechanistic underpinnings of the rhizosphere are poorly understood, which represents a significant lack of knowledge. It impairs our ability to forecast and manipulate the terrestrial biosphere to attain desired results, such as the production of sustainable bioenergy, the maximization of crop yields, and the sequestration of soil-based carbon. The application of multiomics research could be beneficial to the study of the rhizosphere. Analysis can be done on both direct and indirect interactions within the community. Microbiome studies are increasingly employing network models to investigate the microbial communities found in plants and soils. © 2023 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.