Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-2024
Department
Biology
Department
Biology
Recommended Citation
Roussin-Léveillée, C., Rossi, C.A.M., Castroverde, C.D.M. and Moffett, P. (2024) The plant disease triangle facing climate change: a molecular perspective. Trends in Plant Science. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tplants.2024.03.004.
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Comments
Variations in climate conditions can dramatically affect plant health and the generation of climate-resilient crops is imperative to food security. In addition to directly affecting plants, it is predicted that more severe climate conditions will also result in greater biotic stresses. Recent studies have identified climate-sensitive molecular pathways that can result in plants being more susceptible to infection under unfavorable conditions. Here, we review how expected changes in climate will impact plant–pathogen interactions, with a focus on mechanisms regulating plant immunity and microbial virulence strategies. We highlight the complex interactions between abiotic and biotic stresses with the goal of identifying components and/or pathways that are promising targets for genetic engineering to enhance adaptation and strengthen resilience in dynamically changing environments.