Bahar S. RazaviProfessor Bahar Razavi is a dedicated researcher with a profound interest in rhizosphere processes, focusing on the intricate interactions between soil, plants, and microorganisms. Her research encompasses a wide range of topics including microbial lfe time and turnover, competition for nutrients between plants and their associated microbiomes, and the impact of viral and pathogenic stressors on carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycles. Professor Razavi is also adept in studying microbial hotspots and hot moments, enzyme kinetics, and employs advanced visualization techniques such as soil zymography, radioisotope imaging, and planar optodes. Her work addresses the effects of climate change and abiotic stressors like drought, climate warming, land-use, and salinity on rhizosphere dynamics. She has led several projects, including RhizoWheat, which investigates yield decline in wheat crop rotations, and other studies focusing on the spatio-temporal patterns of root exudation, enzyme activities, and the effects of long-term manure application on microbial niches. Professor Razavi’s research is crucial for understanding and managing the delicate balance of soil ecosystems under changing environmental conditions. Read More Read Less