The structure and function of microbial communities in recirculating hydroponic systems. |
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Authors: | J L Garland |
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Institution: | The Bionetics Corporation, Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA. |
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Abstract: | Strategies to control the microbial community associated with plant growth systems need to be based on a fundamental understanding of the factors which structure and regulate the community. Spatial and temporal patterns in the abundance and production rate of microorganisms in hydroponic systems containing wheat were examined to evaluate how root-derived carbon is processed. The relevance of results to monitoring and control strategies is discussed. |
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