Understanding the Role of Microbial Communities in Nematode Ecology and Control

EasyChair Preprint 13268

Abstract

Nematodes, ubiquitous in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, have significant impacts on global ecosystems and human activities, both positive and negative. Their interactions with microbial communities play a crucial role in regulating their population dynamics and influencing ecosystem functioning. This paper aims to review the current understanding of the intricate relationships between nematodes and microbial communities, focusing on their ecology and potential for biological control. We discuss the diverse mechanisms by which microbes influence nematode behavior, survival, and population dynamics, and explore how this knowledge can be harnessed for sustainable nematode management strategies. By elucidating the complex interplay between nematodes and microbes, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of ecosystem dynamics and informs the development of innovative approaches for nematode control.

Keyphrases: and, control, ecology

@booklet{EasyChair:13268,
  author    = {Julia Anderson and Kurez Nick},
  title     = {Understanding the Role of Microbial Communities in Nematode Ecology and Control},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 13268},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}