In recent years, there has been considerable progress in determining the soil properties that
influence the structure of the soil microbiome. By contrast, the effects of microorganisms on …

This paper aims to provide a state-of-the-art review on the effects of vegetation roots on the
soil structure and soil hydraulic properties. After a thorough review of current studies, the …

Microbial composition and functions in the rhizosphere—an important microbial hotspot—
are among the most fascinating yet elusive topics in microbial ecology. We used 557 pairs of …

The rhizosheath, or the layer of soil closely adhering to roots, can help plants to tolerate
drought under moderate soil drying conditions. Rhizosheath formation is the result of poorly …

Integrated, process‐based numerical models in hydrology are rapidly evolving, spurred by
novel theories in mathematical physics, advances in computational methods, insights from …

The growing interest in the maintenance of favorable soil structure is largely motivated by its
central role in plant growth, soil ecological functioning, and impacts on surface water and …

Drought and nutrient limitations adversely affect crop yields, with below‐ground traits
enhancing crop production in these resource‐poor environments. This review explores the …

We hypothesized that plant exudates could either gel or disperse soil depending on their
chemical characteristics. Barley (Hordeum vulgare L. cv. Optic) and maize (Zea mays L. cv …

Do root hairs help roots take up water from the soil? Despite the well-documented role of
root hairs in phosphate uptake, their role in water extraction is controversial. We grew barley …

Enhancement of plant drought stress tolerance by plant growth‐promoting rhizobacteria
(PGPR) has been increasingly documented in the literature. However, most studies to date …