Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP140103936]Researchers: Jeff Powell (Chief Investigator) , Prof Dr Matthias Rillig (Partner Investigator)
Brief description Getting to the root of the matter: predicting plant benefits from arbuscular mycorrhizal symbioses. Massive efforts are underway to select beneficial root traits that enhance resource acquisition and productivity. These efforts are usually conducted while excluding mutually beneficial mycorrhizal partnerships, which include two-thirds of higher plants. These efforts are likely to lead to artifactual outcomes unless the modifying effects of these partnerships are considered. While mycorrhization can substantially enhance plant vigour, results are often difficult to replicate due to widespread 'context-dependence'. This research will identify plant and fungal traits that predict how mycorrhizal plants benefit under a variety of contexts, which will improve varietal selection and productivity gains in marginal environments.
Funding Amount $320,000
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP140103936
- ARC : DP140103936