The Plant Microbiome in a Changing World: Ecology, Evolution, Stress Resilience and Sustainable Applications

Plant microbiomes are increasingly recognised as dynamic components of plant adaptation and resilience in a rapidly changing environment. Plant Microbiomes under Global Change: Eco-Evolutionary Dynamics, Stress Memory and Transgenerational Resilience brings together contemporary perspectives on the complex relationships among plants, microorganisms and environmental change. The book explores how major global-change drivers, including drought, warming, elevated carbon dioxide and salinity, influence the structure and function of plant-associated microbial communities. Particular attention is given to ecological resilience, microbial stress memory, eco-evolutionary feedbacks and the transmission of beneficial microorganisms across plant generations. It also considers the importance of host genotype, soil conditions, microbial community assembly and functional interactions in shaping plant responses to environmental stress. Beyond fundamental ecological and evolutionary concepts, the volume highlights emerging approaches such as synthetic microbial communities, microbiome engineering, multi-omics and microbiome-informed crop management. By connecting mechanistic understanding with practical applications, this book aims to support researchers, students and professionals interested in plant science, microbial ecology, environmental biology and sustainable agriculture. It is hoped that this volume will encourage further research towards resilient plant systems and sustainable responses to global environmental change.