Strigolactones are plant signalling molecules that regulate endogenous developmental processes and are secreted by the roots of many mono-and dicotyledonous plants into the rhizosphere.

There, strigolactones can induce the germination of seeds of the root-parasitic broomrapes and witchweeds. SLs have also been shown to stimulate the symbiotic interaction with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi which directly benefits the host plants’ growth and development through the acquisition of phosphate and other mineral nutrients from the soil.

In addition to these functions in the rhizosphere, SLs are a novel class of plant hormones regulating plant growth and development, including root and shoot architecture.

An increasing number of scientists is working on the biological roles of the strigolactones and the mechanisms involved, as well as on their (bio)synthesis and perception/downstream signalling.

In this 4th International Congress on Strigolactones we intend to bring together these scientists to exchange ideas and knowledge and to increase the solidarity and collaboration in the strigolactone community.

The congress will be organized in FIAP: https://www.fiap.paris/en/

The FIAP is an international center for meetings and accommodations located in the heart of Paris in the 14th arrondissement.