Special ICOM2026 Issues
Mycorrhizas in Ecosystems
Research demonstrates that mycorrhizal fungi play a key role in both natural and human-managed systems such as agricultural ecosystems. However, many aspects linked to ecology, physiology, taxonomy, environmental and agricultural impact of mycorrhizas are still poorly understood. For this special issue we are looking for high quality manuscripts on a broad range of topics linked to mycorrhizal research in natural, agricultural, and forestry systems, including but not limited to mycorrhizal community ecology, role of mycorrhizal symbioses in water, carbon, phosphorus and nitrogen (re)cycling in such systems, their role in disease incidence and suppression, soil quality and health, mycorrhizal mediation of soil contaminant removal, interactive effects with pesticides and other agrochemicals, commercial application of mycorrhizas, improving ecosystem sustainability, fertilizer use efficiency, scrutinizing environmental impact of mycorrhiza technologies, etc. We welcome all manuscripts, including innovative original research, reviews, commentaries, and opinion articles.
Guest editors:
Marcel van der Heijden, Zurich, Switzerland
Jan Jansa, Prague, Czech Republic
César Marín, Valdivia, Chile
Abstract Submission Deadline: For organisational reasons, we would appreciate if abstracts are submitted by 30 April 2026
Full Manuscript Submission Deadline: 31 October 2026
Submit at: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/page/journal/2767035x/call-for-papers/mycorrhizas-in-ecosystems
Cellular and molecular dynamics across mycorrhizal interactions using model systems
This Research Topic aims to showcase innovative studies that unravel the cellular and molecular underpinnings of mycorrhizal symbioses, particularly via insights derived from model systems. A central goal is to clarify how signalling pathways, nutrient transport, cellular remodelling, and genetic networks coordinate the establishment and maintenance of diverse mycorrhizal types. Comparative approaches are especially encouraged to reveal how evolutionary pressures have shaped convergent or divergent mechanisms across different plant-fungal partnerships. We also seek contributions that highlight translational research and biotechnological applications addressing sustainable agriculture, ecosystem resilience, and adaptation to environmental change. This Research Topic is focused on mechanistic, comparative, and application-oriented explorations of mycorrhizal interactions, with boundaries encompassing molecular, cellular, genetic, and evolutionary investigations using model systems. We welcome contributions, including but not limited to, the following themes:
Guest editors:
Jonathan Plett, Australia
Andrea Genre, Italy
Full Manuscript Submission Deadline: 13 September 2026
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