OMICS Sciences for Deciphering Plant-Mycorrhizal Symbiosis

Mycorrhizal symbiosis is an association between fungus and the roots of plants. This association is an integral part of both plants and fungus established through a complex interactive process. In recent times, much research emphasis has been initiated to explore the association through different traditional and analytical processes, but its exploration using OMICS is a promising method. This chapter focuses on this association, the colonization process, pre-symbiotic signaling, and mycorrhizal interaction. Further, the chapter delves into a concept of mycorrhizal symbiosis through genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics study based on available preliminary research in the area. Hence, the chapter intends to highlight the importance of OMICS for deciphering plant-mycorrhizal symbiosis.