Quantitative models of nitrogen-fixing organisms

Abstract

Nitrogen-fixing organisms are of importance to the environment, providing bioavailable nitrogen to the biosphere. Quantitative models have been used to complement the laboratory experiments and in situ measurements, where such evaluations are difficult or costly. Here, we review the current state of the quantitative modeling of nitrogen-fixing organisms and ways to enhance the bridge between theoretical and empirical studies.

Keywords

• Nitrogen fixation
• Nitrogen fixers
• Quantitative model
• Mathematical model
• Photosynthesis
• Oxygen