Plant growth and development are governed by complex interactions between genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors, each influencing the structure and function of living systems. Understanding these fundamental processes is crucial for advancing our knowledge of plant biology and improving agricultural practices. However, traditional approaches often fail to capture the dynamic and integrative nature of these processes. The application of biophysical models provides a powerful framework to bridge this gap, enabling the exploration of how physical forces, molecular mechanisms, and environmental factors coalesce to drive plant behavior.

This Research Topic focuses on the development and application of integrative biophysical models that reveal new insights into the fundamental processes underlying plant growth, development, and physiology. By combining theoretical modeling, experimental biology, and computational techniques, these studies aim to elucidate how plants regulate their structure and function at multiple scales, from cellular mechanisms to whole-organism dynamics.

The goal of this collection is to bring together cutting-edge research that leverages biophysical models to answer key questions in plant biology. We are particularly interested in studies that go beyond descriptive modeling to provide mechanistic insights into how plants adapt to their environment, regulate developmental processes, and maintain physiological homeostasis. This includes exploring the role of physical forces in cellular growth, the regulation of organ size and shape, the dynamics of nutrient and water transport, and the integration of environmental signals into developmental pathways.

This Research Topic welcomes submissions that focus on, but are not limited to, the following themes:

- Biophysical modeling of plant growth and development processes, including cell expansion, organogenesis, and morphogenesis

- Mechanistic insights into how physical forces influence cellular and tissue-level processes in plants

- Integration of genetic, molecular, and environmental factors (both abiotic and biotic) into models of plant physiology and development

- Computational approaches to modeling the regulation of nutrient and water transport in plants

- The use of multiscale models to link molecular mechanisms with whole-plant behaviour to develop approaches for plant engineering

We encourage original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that contribute to a deeper understanding of the biophysical principles driving plant biology. Studies that merely describe modeling approaches without uncovering new insights into fundamental plant processes will not be considered for peer review. By focusing on integrative models that address fundamental biological questions, this Research Topic aims to advance the field of plant biophysics and modeling, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of plant life.

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