ReviewThe ISME journal2024
Dryland microbiomes reveal community adaptations to desertification and climate change.
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- Plant growth promotion and pathogen protection by the desert endophyte Pseudomonas grandensis R4-79.BMC microbiology · 2025Article
- Soil microbial life history strategies covary with ecosystem multifunctionality across aridity gradients.Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America · 2025Article
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Abstract
Drylands account for 45% of the Earth's land area, supporting ~40% of the global population. These regions support some of the most extreme environments on Earth, characterized by extreme temperatures, low and variable rainfall, and low soil fertility. In these biomes, microorganisms provide vital ecosystem services and have evolved distinctive adaptation strategies to endure and flourish in the extreme. However, dryland microbiomes and the ecosystem services they provide are under threat due to intensifying desertification and climate change. In this review, we provide a synthesis of our current understanding of microbial life in drylands, emphasizing the remarkable diversity and adaptations of these communities. We then discuss anthropogenic threats, including the influence of climate change on dryland microbiomes and outline current knowledge gaps. Finally, we propose research priorities to address those gaps and safeguard the sustainability of these fragile biomes.
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