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How do bacteria colonise roots?
Reference
BRE13614
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Dr Michael Wilson
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Professor Ken Killham
,
Dr Christopher Mullins
Institution
University of Aberdeen
Department
Plant and Soil Science
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
142,112
Status
Completed
Type
Research Grant
Start date
06/11/2000
End date
06/11/2003
Duration
36 months
Abstract
To exploit the potential of seed-inoculated beneficial rhizobacteria we need to understand the mechanisms of root colonisation. In the absence of mass water flow between roots and soil, transport by actively growing roots, mycelial fungi or soil animals, particularly nematodes may be important. This project will use five genetically marked bacteria to investigate the importance of these factors using a realistic soil bioassay with defined physical characteristics. Bacterial colonisation and metabolic activity within the rhizosphere will be assessed using both in situ and extractive techniques. The project will generate data of use to the end user community (biotechnology companies), and that are suitable for rhizosphere modelling.
Summary
unavailable
Committee
Closed Committee - Plant & Microbial Sciences (PMS)
Research Topics
X – not assigned to a current Research Topic
Research Priority
X – Research Priority information not available
Research Initiative
Biological Interactions in the Root Environment (BRE) [2000]
Funding Scheme
X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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