Ton Bisseling

Prof. Ton Bisseling is a distinguished Professor at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on plant-microbe symbiosis, particularly root nodule development in legumes, mycorrhizal interactions, and the genetic mechanisms underlying symbiotic relationships. He has supervised over 70 PhD candidates, including ongoing projects like 'The role of endodermis in mycorrhizal symbiotic interactions' and 'Recruiting microbial communities to combat soil salinization.'

Key research interests include understanding symbiotic gene regulation, auxin biosynthesis in nodules, and the role of strigolactones in plant-microbe communication. His work bridges fundamental biology with agricultural applications, addressing sustainable crop production challenges.

Bisseling has contributed to 431 research outputs spanning articles, datasets, and book chapters. Notable datasets include RNA sequencing studies on ectomycorrhizal roots and strigolactone biosynthesis. He actively engages in public discourse on topics like nitrogen fixation and Chinese PhD student recruitment in Dutch academia.

Current projects involve microbial community analysis in saline agriculture and citrus pathogen mechanisms. His lab collaborates globally, with recent studies in China, the Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia.