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  • 1
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    Online Resource
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant ecology. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Acknowledgement -- Chapter 1. Taxonomic History -- Chapter 2. Morphology -- Chapter 3. Biology -- Chapter 4. Economic Importance -- Chapter 5. Phylogeny, classification, and biogeography -- Chapter 6. Taxonomic revision -- Chapter 7. Conservation status.
    Abstract: This book provides essential information on the morphology, biology, phytochemistry, pharmaceutical prospects, evolution, phylogeny, biogeography, and taxonomy of Paris (Melanthiaceae), a morphologically distinctive plant genus with great economic importance. Since the establishment of this genus, 70 species and 24 subspecific taxa have been described, resulting in considerable confusion in species delimitation. In this book, the taxonomy of all described taxa is carefully revised. Based on multi-disciplinary evidences, a revised classification system of Paris containing five sections is outlined. Every species is provided with a concise but diagnostic description, a color illustration, photographs that highlight distinguishing characters, examined specimens and distribution range. The interspecific relationships are clarified with an identification key. This monograph offers taxonomists, evolutionary biologists, ecologists, horticulturalists, phytochemists, and practitioners a thorough and up-to-date overview about this interesting plant group. It is equally valuable for undergraduate and graduate students, teachers and professionals engaged in related fields.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 203 p. 134 illus., 110 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811579035
    DDC: 580
    Language: English
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  • 2
    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant cells and tissues. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Cell Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Bamboo: origin, habitat, distributions and global prospective -- Molecular markers in bamboos: understanding reproductive biology, genetic structure, interspecies diversity and clonal fidelity for conservation and breeding -- Standard protocols for in vitro propagation of bamboo with emphasis on axillary shoot proliferation -- Somatic embryogenesis in bamboos: advances and prospects -- Initiation and establishment of cell suspension culture in bamboo -- Micro-morpho-anatomical alterations in micropropagated plants of endrocalamus strictus -- Micropropagation of bamboos and clonal fidelity assessment using molecular markers -- Standardization of laboratory to land transfer strategies of micropropagated plantlets of bamboo -- Management of bamboo genetic resources and clonal production systems -- Polymorphism and phylogenetic relationships in bamboo -- Transgenics approaches in Bamboo -- Advances in Conservation of Bamboo Genetic Resources through Whole Seeds Cryopreservation -- Application of Biotechnological Tool in Bamboo Improvement -- Ethnobamboology: traditional uses of bamboos and opportunities to exploit genomic resources for better exploitation -- Bamboo flowering in South America: what the past tells about the future -- Molecular Markers in Bamboo Genotyping: Prospects for Conservation and Breeding -- Application of bamboo in the food and pharmaceutical industry -- Functional pasta: a comparative study of the use of bamboo shoot fiber and white fibers -- Bamboo fiber as a substitute for fat and/or sugar in cookies -- Practical application of bamboo as a building material: trends and challenges.
    Abstract: “Green gold” or “Poor Man’s Timber” are commonly used terms for bamboo that is a valuable and renewable resource of the world, and has always been an elemental part of human beings in terms of social and economic value. Bamboo is considered a multipurpose plant and has a prolonged history as an adaptable and extensively used renewable resource in conventional and commercial applications. Therefore, the annual demands for bamboos have already out-crossed the annual yields across the world. And the current scenario has forced scientists to pay more attention to the utilization of biotechnological tools for better understanding and improving bamboos. The book provides an overview of the different biotechnological approaches to advance bamboo research and better utilization of bamboo resources for human beings. Various applications of biological techniques in relation to bamboo have been discussed in details, for example, plant tissue culture techniques, somatic embryogenesis, germplasm conservation techniques, use of the molecular markers, transcriptomics, polymorphism, and phylogenetic relations in bamboo. It also addresses the novel industrial applications of bamboo in structural, food, and pharmaceuticals along with traditional uses. The aggregated information in this book demonstrates the way for the improved and sustainable practice of bamboos to fulfill the future needs of the world. This book is intended for use in both the industry and academia.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 481 p. 82 illus., 72 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811613104
    DDC: 580
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  • 3
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    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Molecular Biology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Metal and Metalloid Transport -- Chapter 2. Heavy Metals: Transport in Plants and their Physiological and Toxicological Effects -- Chapter 3. The Role of ABC Transporter in Metal Tranasport in Plants -- Chapter 4. Cadmium, A Non-Essential Heavy Metal: Uptake, Translocation, Signaling, Detoxification, and Impact on Amino Acid Metabolism -- Chapter 5. Natural Resistance Associated Macrophage Proteins (NRAMP): Functional Significant of Metal Transport in Plants -- Chapter 6. Role of Heavy Metal Atpases in Transport of Cadmium and Zinc in Plants -- Chapter 7. The Versatile Role of Plant Aquaglyceroporins in Metalloid Transport -- Chapter 8. The Multidrug and Toxic Compound Extrusion (MATE) Family in Plants and Their Significance in Metal Transport -- Chapter 9. Molecular Mechanism of Aluminium Tolerance in Plants: An Overview -- Chapter 10. Functional, Structural, and Transport Aspects of ZIP in Plant -- Chapter 11. The Function of HAK as K+ Transporter and AKT as Inward Rectifying Agent in The K+ Channel -- Chapter 12. The Mechanism of Silicon Transport in Plants -- Chapter 13. The Copper Transport Mechanism in Plants -- Chapter 14. Plant Metal Tolerance Proteins: Insight Into their Roles in Metal Transport and Homeostasis for Future Biotechnological Applications -- Chapter 15. Co-Transport Mechanism in Plants for Metals and Metalloids -- Chapter 16. Metal Nanoparticles Implication, Transport, and Detection in Plants -- Chapter 17. Transcription Factors and Metal Stress Signalling in Plants -- Chapter 18. Heavy Metal Transporters, Phytoremediation Potential and Biofortification -- Chapter 19. Phytoremediation and Biofortification: Contrasting Yet Similar Approaches of Manipulating Plant Metal(Loid) Homeostasis for Societal Benefit.
    Abstract: This edited book stands as a one place knowledge hub for plant metal(loid) transporters. The book comprehensively covers holistic aspect of metal(loid) transporters involved in uptake and translocation of essential as well as toxic metal(loid)s. Essential and beneficial metal(loid)s are required in every biological process for normal plant growth and development, however in excess they are toxic. There are toxic metal(loid)s also whose accumulation in plants interferes with normal cellular functioning and hampers growth of plants. Hence, metal(loid) uptake and accumulation in plants is a highly regulated phenomenon involving the role of several transporters, enzymes, metabolites, transcription factors and post translational modifications. The book contains chapters from the experts and the contents of the book are presented in simple language and represented through beautiful and scientifically informative figures and tables. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, doctoral and graduate students working in the area of plant physiology, environmental biotechnology, plant biotechnology metal(loid) stress, phytoremediation and crop biofortification.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 454 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811961038
    DDC: 580
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  • 4
    Keywords: Botany. ; Biochemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Chemical Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. An overview of medicinal plants of the Asteraceae family and their impact on human health -- Chapter 2. Artemisia annua L.: Traditional uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacological activities -- Chapter 3. Artemisia indica Wild.: Ethnobotany, phytochemistry, pharmacological attributes and safety profile -- Chapter 4. Arnica montana L.: Traditional uses, bioactive chemical constituents, and pharmacological activities -- Chapter 5. Aster tataricus L.f.: Ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological activities -- Chapter 6.Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC.: Ethnobotany, phytochemistry, pharmacological attributes and safety profile -- Chapter 7. Carthamus tinctorius L.: Traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological activities -- Chapter 8.Chrysanthemum morifolium Ramat.: A Medicinal Plant with Diverse Traditional Uses, Bioactive Constituents, and Pharmacological Activities -- Chapter 9.Crassocephalum crepidioides (Benth.) S.Moore: Traditional uses, chemical constituents and biological activities -- Chapter 10. Dolomiaea costus (Falc.) Kasana & A. K. Pandey: Ethnomedicinal uses, bioactive chemical constituents and Pharmacological activities -- Chapter 11.Eclipta prostata (L.) L.: Traditional use, phytochemistry and pharmacology -- Chapter 12. Helianthus annuus L.: Traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological activities -- Chapter 13. Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn.: Traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological activities.
    Abstract: This book highlights 12 major plants in the Asteraceae family from the aspects of traditional uses as food and medicine, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities. Asteraceae is one of the largest family of flowering plants comprising over 1,600 plant genera and 32,000 plant species. Plants belonging to this family have a long history of being used as medicinal plants for the treatment of various diseases. Many of them are also used in the preparation of foods, beverages, and also used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. In addition, plants such as Artemisia annua have played an important role in the discovery of novel drugs. The book summarizes the traditional uses of the plants in the family Asteraceae and their scientific validation, which helps readers understand their relation and impact on human health. It also explains the Phytochemistry of the species and presents the pharmacological activities and mechanisms in detail. Understanding current scientific knowledge will help in the commercialization of products based on these plants and also helps to find the research gaps that should be fulfilled in the future for their optimal use. It also helps in increasing the awareness of the plant species related to conservation, cultivation, and sustainable utilization. This edited volume comprises chapters contributed by experts from around the world. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 230 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811960802
    DDC: 580
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  • 5
    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: An Overview -- Chapter 2. Agrochemicals- Provenance, Environmental Fate and Remediation Measures -- Chapter 3. Impact of Agrochemicals on Soil Microbiota -- Chapter 4. Agriculture Pollution in Kerala, India with Special Reference to Endosulphan -- Chapter 5. An Intergenerational Community-Based Approach to Safe Farming and Environmental Health -- Chapter 6. Guidance on Pesticides Handling in Farming -- Chapter 7. Impact of Pesticides, Herbicides and Insecticides on the Ecosystem -- Chapter 8. Pesticides and its Effects on Plants: A Case Study of Deltamethrin -- Chapter 9. The Use of Glyphosate in Regions of Argentina and Colombia and its Socio-environmental Impacts -- Chapter 10. Impact of Insecticides on Soil and Environment and their Management Strategies -- Chapter 11. Role of Insect Pest Management in Agriculture Conservation -- Chapter 12. Mobility of Trace Elements in Agricultural Soils- Chapter 13. The effects of nutrient enrichment on nutrient-poor ecosystems: Insights from the study of serpentine soil plant relations -- Chapter 14. Soil Erosion and Sedimentation - A Source of Contamination and Impact on Agriculture Productivity -- Chapter 15. Plastics in the Soil Environment: An Overview -- Chapter 16. Lead and cadmium contamination in the soil environment: Impacts on plant growth and human health -- Chapter 17. Heavy metals contamination on farmlands in the crude oil exploration area -- Chapter 18. Effect of Trace Elements in Soils and Its Management -- Chapter 19. Remediation of Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment -- Chapter 20. Alleviation in the Toxicity of Heavy Metals on Agricultural Crops by Metal Resistant Bacteria -- Chapter 21. Bioremediation Strategies to Mitigate the Impact of Atrazine in the Environment: Recent Advances and Prospects. Chapter 22. Aspergillus Mediated Bioremediation of Agrochemicals- Current Progress and Future Perspectives -- Chapter 23. Implications of Phytohormones as Agro-chemicals under Dynamic Environmental Conditions -- Chapter 24. Role of Genetically Modified Bacteria for Alleviating of Agrochemical Impact on the Environment -- Chapter 25. ‘Omics Perspective’ - Molecular Blue-print for Agrochemical Remediation -- Chapter 26. Impact and Remediation of Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: Conclusions and Future Perspectives.
    Abstract: This volume ‘Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: Impacts and Remediation’ is a comprehensive collection of important literature on agrochemical contamination. The main focus of this book is to point out undesirable changes in biological, physical and chemical characteristics of agricultural soils and its impacts on global agricultural crop productivity. Soil is one of the important resources of basic needs for our sustenance but due to various anthropogenic activities like urbanization and industrialization, the soil is losing its basic quality characteristics. Soil microorganisms, water holding capacity, minerals, salts and nutrients are under the direct threat due to agrochemicals therefore, agricultural sector is facing a serious challenge. Lack of proper knowledge and luxurious applications of agrochemicals resulting into degradation and deterioration of soil quality, loss of soil and crop productivity and threatening the food security. Therefore, it is imperative to develop indices, indicators and soil parameters for the monitoring and impact assessment of agricultural contaminants. Further, biotic and abiotic stresses and their tolerance mechanisms in plants in relation to the soil contaminants such as toxic pollutants, heavy metals, inorganic and organic matters, variety of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, agricultural runoffs and solid wastes, and chemical fertilizers are also highlighted in this volume. This book also discusses causes of reduced agriculture productivity and suggests sustainable measures such as plant-based technologies, bioremediation and nanotechnology, that can be used to overcome the crop losses. The book is interest to research students, teachers, agricultural scientists, agronomists, environmentalists as well as policy makers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXVI, 612 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811693106
    DDC: 580
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  • 6
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    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Animal biotechnology. ; Nanobiotechnology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Animal Biotechnology. ; Nanobiotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_Introduction -- Chapter 2_Application of ultrasonography in bovine reproduction -- Chapter 3_Infrared thermal imaging and its application in animal reproduction. -Chapter 4_Technological advancements for early pregnancy diagnosis in cattle and buffaloes -- Chapter 5_Bull sperm selection for assisted reproduction -- Chapter 6_Nano purification of semen: A novel technique for enrichment of superior quality spermatozoa. -Chapter 7_Sperm transcriptome sequencing for predicting bull Fertility-Concepts, facts and future directions -- Chapter 8_Semen proteomics and metabolomics: Emerging tools for discovering fertility markers -- Chapter 9_Spermatogonial stem cells: Their use in fertility restoration -- Chapter 10_Multiple Ovulation and Embryo Transfer in Livestock Production -- Chapter 11_Ovum pick-up and in vitro embryo production in bovine -- Chapter 12_Milestones and recent developments in farm animal cloning -- Chapter 13_Advances and applications of transgenesis in farm animals -- Chapter 14_Offspring sex pre-selection in mammals: An Update -- Chapter 15_Genomic selection of bovines for fertility -- Chapter 16_Prospects of Stem Cells in Fertility Management in Bovine -- Chapter 17_Conclusion.
    Abstract: This book details the frontier technologies in the area of bovine reproduction. It describes the importance and significance of different technologies for improving reproduction efficiency in bovines. The book delineates the advancements in the technologies that are currently in use for faster multiplication of elite germ plasm including multiple ovulation and embryo transfer, ovum-pick-up, in vitro fertilization and embryo production, and semen sexing. Other emerging technologies, having potential for improving reproductive efficiency in bovines, including stem cells are also discussed with special reference to spermatogonial stem cells. Simple but effective tools having a great scope for day-to-day application in bovine farms for effective reproductive management like ultrasonography and thermal imaging are also covered in this book. The chapters on sperm transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics provide current developments in these areas and use of integrated approach for identification of fertility biomarkers. The chapters also describe technological advancements for early pregnancy diagnosis and offspring sex pre-selection in bovines. Additionally, this book discusses different sperm selection procedures including application of nanotechnology to obtain superior spermatozoa for assisted reproduction. Futuristic technologies including genomic selection and transgenesis are also discussed in detail. Finally, the book also elucidates a comprehensive description of challenges perceived with bovine reproduction and how effectively these technologies can help in improving fertility in bovines.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 341 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811930720
    DDC: 636.089
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  • 7
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    Online Resource
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
    Keywords: Botany. ; Anatomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Anatomy. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. History of Biodiesel -- Chapter 3. Anacardiaceae -- Chapter 4. Apocynaceae -- Chapter 5. Arecaceae -- Chapter 6. Asteraceae -- Chapter 7. Betulaceae -- Chapter 8. Brassicaceae -- Chapter 9. Caryocaraceae -- Chapter 10. Chrysobalanaceae -- Chapter 11. Clusiaceae -- Chapter 12. Combretaceae -- Chapter 13. Compositae -- Chapter 14. Cornaceae -- Chapter 15. Cucurbit -- Chapter 16. Cyperaceae -- Chapter 17. Dipterocarpaceae -- Chapter 18. Euphorbiaceae -- Chapter 19. Fabaceae -- Chapter 20. Irvingiaceae -- Chapter 21. Linaceae -- Chapter 22. Magnoliaceae -- Chapter 23. Malvaceae -- Chapter 24. Meliaceae -- Chapter 25. Nyssaceae -- Chapter 26. Oleaceae -- Chapter 27. Papavaraceae -- Chapter 28. Pedaliaceae -- Chapter 29. Poaceae -- Chapter 30. Putranjivaceae -- Chapter 31. Rosaceae -- Chapter 32. Rutaceae -- Chapter 33. Salicaceae -- Chapter 34. Salvadoraceae -- Chapter 35. Sapindaceae -- Chapter 36. Sapotaceae -- Chapter 37. Schisandraceae -- Chapter 38. Simaroubaceae -- Chapter 39. Simmondsiaceae -- Chapter 40. Solanaceae -- Chapter 41. Sterculiaceae -- Chapter 42. Theaceae -- Chapter 43. Zygophyllaceae -- Chapter 44. Catalyst for Transesterification -- Chapter 45. Standards for Biodiesel.
    Abstract: This book offers an exhaustive coverage of process modifications in biodiesel production from oil drawn from 84 oleaginous plant species occurring in all parts of the world, thereby enlisting the scope and potential of many new and non-conventionally obscure plant sources. Biodiesel, now prepared from major vegetable oils, has become a compulsion to offset the dwindling reserve of petro-diesel, which naturally intrudes into the cooking oil demand. This has necessitated search for new sources. The book consolidates the biodiesel production from oils being extracted from conventional plants and also from a plethora of new and non-conventional plants along with their habit and habitats, history of biodiesel’s invention, explanation on species-wise biodiesel process variables, catalytic inclusions, global standards, fuel properties varying with species, blending benefits, cost effectiveness, shelf life, ignition characteristics, fuel consumption and engine performances with eco-friendly exhaust. This book is of immense use to teachers, researchers, scientists of climatology and carbon footprint, energy consultants, fuel chemists, students of agriculture and forestry, automobile engineering, industrial chemistry, environmental sciences and policy makers or anyone who wishes to scale up the biodiesel industry.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXIV, 675 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811647758
    DDC: 580
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  • 8
    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Breeding Field Crops – History, Current Status And Introspections -- Chapter 2: Wheat Breeding -- Chapter 3: Rice Breeding -- Chapter 4: Maize Breeding -- Chapter 5: Barley Breeding -- Chapter 6: Pearl Millet Breeding. Chapter 7: Sorghum Breeding. Chapter 8: Small Millets Breeding -- Chapter 9: Sugarcane Breeding -- Chapter 10: Jute Breeding -- Chapter 11: Cotton Breeding -- Chapter 12: Maintenance Breeding Of Pusa Basmati Varieties -- Chapter 13: Maintenance Breeding -- Chapter 14: Efficient Breeding Of Crop Plants -- Chapter 15: Brassica Breeding -- Chapter 16: Groundnut Breeding -- Chapter 17: Soybean Breeding -- Chapter 18: Castor Breeding -- Chapter 19: Sunflower Breeding -- Chapter 20: Chickpea Breeding -- Chapter 21: Pigeonpea Breeding -- Chapter 22: Mungbean Breeding -- Chapter 23: Urdbean Breeding -- Chapter 24: Lentil Breeding -- Chapter 25: Fieldpea Breeding -- Chapter 26: Lathyrus Breeding.
    Abstract: This book is an advanced textbook and a reference book for the post-graduate plant-breeding students and the plant breeders. It consolidates fundamental concepts and also the latest advances in plant-breeding practices including development in crop genomics. It contains crop wise explanation on origin, reproduction, genetics of yield contributing traits, biotic and abiotic stresses, nutritional improvement and crop specific plant-breeding procedures and techniques. The chapters are planned to describe crop-focused breeding procedure for the major crop plants as per their economic importance. The recent developments in breeding of field crops have been reported. The recent progress made in mapping traits of economic importance has been critically reviewed for each crop. The progress made in markers assisted selected in few crops has been summarized. This book bridges the knowledge gap and bring to the researchers and students information on modern breeding tools for developing biotic and abiotic stress tolerant, climate resilient and micronutrient rich varieties of field crops. The chapters in book are contributed by experienced Plant Breeders.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 1389 p. 109 illus., 98 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811692574
    DDC: 580
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  • 9
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    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
    Keywords: Botany. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. The Current Status of Population Extinction and Biodiversity Crisis of Medicinal Plants -- 2. Medicinal Plants and Bioactive Phytochemical Diversity: A Fountainhead of Potential Drugs against Human Diseases -- 3. Threats and opportunities for sustainable use of medicinal plants in Brazilian Atlantic Forest based on the knowledge of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities -- 4. Climate Change Impact on Medicinal Plants: An Insight from the IUCN Red List Of Threatened Species -- 5. Securing Conservation Status of Paris Polyphylla, a Medicinally Important Plant of the Indian Himalayan Region -- 6. Endophytic Fungal Diversity in Solanaceous Medicinal Plants and Their Beneficial Impact -- 7. Genetic Studies on Threatened Medicinal Plants of Brazil: Mind the Gap -- 8. Medicinal Plants of North-east India: Biodiversity and Their Ethno-Medicinal Values -- 9. Strategies for Conservation and Sustainable Use of Medicinal Plants -- 10. Scientific Databases for Conservation of Medicinal Plants -- 11. International Trade of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) -- 12. Inventorization of Ecology, Ethnobotany and Conservation Status of Dactylorhiza hatagirea: Problems Progress and Prospects -- 13. Conservation and Sustainable Use of Medicinal Plants -- 14. Traditional Practices of Ethnomedicinal Plants in North-East Region of India and Their Conservation for Sustainable Utilization -- 15. Occurrence and Diversity of Major Naphthoquinones in Higher Plants: Their Distribution and Conservation Strategies -- 16. Astragalus fridae genetic Source,Applications, and Conservation -- 17. Tinospora cordifolia as a Potential Candidate for Health Care Of Post-Menopausal Women -- 18. The Potential Role of Medicinal Plants, Traditional Herbal Medicines and Formulations to Overcome SARS-CoV-2 Induced Health Crisis -- 19. Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal Plants and Its Therapeutic Uses in the Traditional Health Care System -- 20. In-Vitro conservation and propagation of endangered Ethno-Medicinal Orchids from the Northeast Region of India -- 21. Artificial Seed Production and Cryopreservation Technology for Conservation of Plant Germplasm with Special Reference to Medicinal Plants -- 22. Biotechnological Studies on Nasturtium Officinale (Watercress) - An Endangered Species of Significant Relevance in Medicine, Cosmetic, and Food Industries -- 23. Isatis tinctoria L. (woad) – Cultivation, Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, Biotechnology, and Utilization -- 24. Tissue Culture Techniques to Conserve Endangered Medicinal Plants with Antimicrobial and Antiviral Activities -- 25. Insights into the In Vitro Approaches for the Production of Secondary Metabolites Towards The Conservation of Medicinal Orchids -- 26. Biotechnological Approaches for Ex Situ Conservation of Medicinal Plants -- 27. Conservation of Medicinal Plants by Tissue Culture Techniques -- 28. Current Status of Metabolic Engineering of Medicinal Plants for Production of Plant-derived Secondary Metabolites -- 29. Stationary, Agitated and Bioreactor Cultures of Verbena officinalis L. (Common Vervain) - A Potential Rich Source of Bioactive Phenolic Compounds for Pharmacy, Health Food Industry and Cosmetology.
    Abstract: This contributed volume provides a comprehensive, in-depth and subject-based reviews on the current status of active ingredients, sustainable use, biodiversity and conservation of certain endangered medicinal plants. The book also explores conventional and non-conventional biotechnological interventions for their biodiversity conservation. Medicinal plants have been used in worldwide as a major source of raw material for the traditional herbal healthcare practices as well as for drug discovery and development in pharmaceutical industry. The cumulative consequences of various human activities and environmental factors cause decline in the biodiversity of medicinal plants at an unprecedented rate worldwide. Thus, the overall understanding of ecology, species and genetic diversity along with assessment of the status of different threats and their impact on medicinal plants is crucial to sustain existing biodiversity, its utilization and conservation. All the latest advancements in the biotechnological approaches for the conservation research of endangered medicinal plants and the future perspectives have been described. This book provides comprehensive reviews spreading over about 25 chapters divided in three sections. The chapters of this book are written by recognized scientists in their respective fields which are useful to students, academicians, researchers, botanists, biotechnologists, policy makers, conservationists and industries interested in biodiversity conservation and medicinal plant research for the production of secondary metabolites.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIX, 906 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811999369
    Series Statement: Sustainable Development and Biodiversity, 33
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  • 10
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    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Pathology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 -- Root-knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.), Chapter 2 -- Meloidogyne species: Threat to Vegetable Produce, Chapter 3 -- hemotaxis in Root-Knot Nematodes, Chapter 4 -- Phytohormone-Mediated Feeding Site Development, Chapter 5 -- 5. Current and Future Studies on the Genes for Parasitism in Meloidogyne, Chapter 6 -- Natural Product Repertoire for Suppressing the Immune Response of Meloidogyne species, Chapter 7 -- Epigenetic Mechanisms and their Role in Root Gall Formation,Chapter 8 -- Mass Spectrometry Imaging (MSI) and Root Gall Elucidation, Chapter 9 -- 9. Root-Knot Disease Complex: An Interactive Perspective with Microorganisms, Chapter 10 -- Breeding for Resistance in Vegetables against Meloidogyne species causing Root Gall Disease, Chapter 11 -- An Overview of Predacious Fungi for the Management of Root-knot Disease in Vegetables, Chapter 12 -- Biofertilizer of Organic Origin for Management of Root Galling Disease of Vegetables, Chapter 13 -- Prospects for the Use of Metabolomics Engineering in Exploring and Harnessing Chemical Signalling in Root Galls.
    Abstract: This book provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date review of research on vegetable plants associated with root-galls disease caused by root-knot nematodes (RKNs), Meloidogyne spp. Vegetables retain a key position in cultural cuisines and their consumption worldwide due to rich sources of micronutrients, including vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, but root galls disease of these crops caused by RKNs steals both quantity and quality from production. The field of plant nematology has experienced exponential growth over the past decade, and these RKNs are now known as widely damaging obligate plant parasites of vegetable plants. Advances are being made in understanding their biology, parasitism in the root system, giant cell development, root gall formation, chemical signalling, root-knot disease complexes, and management systems. This compilation provides an invaluable resource for studying root-galls disease of vegetable plants to those readers associated with plant nematology, plant pathology, plant protection, and agricultural science, including researchers, teachers, advanced undergraduates and graduate students, and even agricultural extension agents and farmers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIX, 338 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819938926
    DDC: 580
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  • 11
    Keywords: Botany. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Agronomic Biofortification- An Effective Tool for Alleviating Nutrient Deficiency in Plants and Human Diet -- 2. The Role of Biofortification in Enhancing Plant Growth, Development, Yield, and Quality -- 3. Improving Zinc Biofortification in Plants 4. Biofortification of Zinc: Uptake from the Soil and Transportation up to the Grains through ZIP Family Transporters -- 5. Mechanisms of Iron Uptake and Homeostasis in Plants: Implications for Biofortification in Cereal Grains -- 6. Selenium Biofortification in Agronomic Crops -- 7. Selenium Bio-fortification in Cereal Crops: An Overview -- 8. Nanoparticles Based Biofortification in Food Crops: Overview, Implications, and Prospects -- 9. Role of Nanoparticles in Improving Biofortification -- 10. Role of Nanoparticles in Improving Biofortification of Zinc and Iron in Vegetables -- 11. Scope of Seed Priming in Inducing Biofortification in Plants -- 12. Biofortification Through Seed Priming in Food Crops; Potential Benefits and Future Scope -- 13. Biochar for the Improvement of Crop Production -- 14. Phytohormones as Stress Mitigators in Plants.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive summary of the recent advances in the biofortification of plants under climate change and how it affects food security globally. The need for mineral biofortification to eradicate or alleviate malnutrition through sustainable agriculture is also discussed. Biofortification of edible plants is considered the most appropriate approach to alleviate nutritional problems and nutrient deficiencies. In contrast, biofortification focuses on improving the nutritional content of the region's current agricultural biodiversity while preserving its habits and customs. Emphasis is also placed on recent advances and developments in omics, particularly metabolomics and related techniques, to unravel the potential alterations in plants caused by biofortification. The book brings together eminent scientists to present the latest developments in the field. This timely publication addresses practical scenarios of bio-fortified food production and climate change. The book focuses on the methods, techniques, and environmental changes used to enhance and improve agricultural products. This book is one of the first to provide information on the use of modern biotechnologies to modify crops for health benefits. It also examines the mechanisms of the plant responses to genetically induced biofortification, the production and responses of fortified plants under climate change, and their effects on food security. The book will be useful for students and researchers, especially crop scientists, environmental scientists, biotechnologists, botanists, and agronomists, to understand the techniques and mechanisms of biofortification, and responses of biofortified plants under climate change.
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    Pages: XI, 338 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819940905
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Importance of integrating physiological breeding to augment crop breeding -- 2. Stacking of complex traits through physiological pre breeding -- 3. Strategies to develop heat and drought tolerant wheat varieties following physiological breeding -- 4. Developing crop varieties by physiological breeding for improving plant nutrition -- 5. Role of Transpiration in Regulating Leaf Temperature and its Application in Physiological Breeding -- 6. Photosynthesis as a trait for improving yield potential in crops -- 7. Cuticular waxes and its application in crop improvement -- 8. Radiation use efficiency (RUE)-target for improving yield potential: Current status and future prospect -- 9. Application of Stable Isotopes in Crop Improvement -- 10. Root phenotyping for improved resource use efficiency in crops -- 11. Root system architecture and phenotyping for improved resource use efficiency in crops -- 12. Harnessing Root associated traits and Rhizosphere efficiency for Crop improvement -- 13. High throughput phenomics of crops for water and nitrogen stress -- 14. Metabolomics as a selection tool for abiotic stress tolerance in crops -- 15. Remote Sensing Algorithms and their Applications in Plant Phenotyping -- 16. Endophyte mediated crop improvement: Manipulation of abiotic stress‐specific traits -- 17. Impact of high temperature stress on selected food grain crops -- 18. Morpho-physiological basis of finger millet to withstand climatic extremes: A special reference to drought -- 19. Comprehending the physiological efficiency of millets under abiotic stress -- 20. Role of Next-generation sequencing in trait identification, genetic mapping, and crop improvement -- 21. Application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Agriculture.
    Abstract: This book covers different physiological processes, tools, and their application in crop breeding. Each chapter emphasizes on a specific trait/physiological process and its importance in crop, their phenotyping information and how best it can be employed for crop improvement by projecting on success stories in different crops. It covers wide range of physiological topics including advances in field phenotyping, role of endophytic fungi, metabolomics, application of stable isotopes, high throughput phenomics, transpiration efficiency, root phenotyping and root exudates for improved resource use efficiency, cuticular wax and its application, advances in photosynthetic studies, leaf spectral reflectance and physiological breeding in hardy crops like millets. This book also covers the futuristic research areas like artificial intelligence and machine learning. This contributed volume compiles all application parts of physiological tools along with their advanced research in these areas, which is very much need of the hour for both academics and researchers for ready reference. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policy makers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, physiology, botany, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists will also find this a useful resource.
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    Pages: XIV, 457 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811974984
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Epidemiology. ; Public health. ; Veterinary Science. ; Epidemiology. ; Public Health.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1-Veterinary Public Health -- Chapter 2-Zoonoses -- Chapter 3- Epidemiology -- Chapter 4- Ecological concepts -- Chapter 5- Causation of disease -- Chapter 6-Agent, Host and Environmental Factors -- Chapter 7-Disease Transmission -- Chapter 8-Disease Distribution in Population -- Chapter 9-Data in Epidemiology -- Chapter 10-Measures of Disease -- Chapter 11-Strategies of Epidemiology -- Chapter 12-Sampling Techniques -- Chapter 13-Measurement of Causal association -- Chapter 14-Investigation of an outbreak -- Chapter 15-Diagnostic test and its evaluation -- Chapter 16-Surveillance -- Chapter 17- Prevention, Control and Eradication -- Chapter 18-Economics of Disease -- Chapter 19-World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) -- Chapter 20-Food borne infection & intoxication -- Chapter 21-Investigation of Foodborne outbreak – Source attribution -- Chapter 22-Viral infections-Norwalk -- Chapter 23-Hepatitis A -- Chapter 24-Hepatitis E -- Chapter 25-Rota virus -- Chapter 26-PRIONS/BSE -- Chapter 27-Viruses occasionally reported as foodborne -- Chapter 28- Foodborne Bacterial Infections-Salmonellosis -- Chapter 29-Escherchia coli -- Chapter 30-Klebsiella -- Chapter 31-Aeromonas hydrophila -- Chapter 32-Staphylococcus spp -- Chapter 33-Streptococcus suis -- Chapter 34-Clostridium perfringens -- Chapter 35-Botulism -- Chapter 36-Campylobacteria -- Chapter 37-L. monocytogenes -- Chapter 38-Bacillus cereus -- Chapter 39-Food borne parasites -- Chapter 40-One Health.
    Abstract: This book introduces and reviews the essential principles of Veterinary Public Health, Zoonoses, One Health, principles and applications of epidemiology in studying infectious diseases including foodborne infections and intoxications.The initial chapters discuss the concept and principal functions of Veterinary Public Health. The book further covers the impacts of Veterinary Public Health on human Health particularly in management of zoonoses. The following section discusses theapplication of epidemiology in the study of outbreaks, epidemic, pandemics and their prevention and control strategies. It helps understanding the factors associated with disease causation transmission and spread and also investigate the emergence of antimicrobial resistance. The chapter on foodborne illnesses illustrates how the knowledge of epidemiology is applied in the study of diseases in community, spread of causative agents from farm to fork. The definition, cause, symptoms, management, control and prevention of foodborne infection and intoxication are dealt with. The last chapter introduces the concept, objectives, and definition of One Health and discusses the advancements made and challenges in One Health around endemic and emerging zoonotic diseases. .
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    Pages: XXIX, 424 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biology Technique. ; Biology. ; Molecular biology. ; Biochemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biological Techniques. ; Biological Sciences. ; Molecular Biology. ; Chemical Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.Phytochemical genomics: integration of omics approaches for understanding genomic basis of phytochemicals -- 2.Gene-metabolite networks -- 3.Computational approaches in phytochemical genomics -- 4.Databases relevant to phytochemicals and genes responsible -- 5.Biosynthetic pathways of important metabolites using genomics and metabolomics approaches -- 6.Phytochemical diversity and the diverse roles of phytochemicals in plants -- 7.Role of genomics and metabolomics for breeding crops with higher quantity of metabolites -- 8.Metabolic quantitative trait loci mapping of medicinal plants and crops -- 9.Tools for metabolomics analysis of plants -- 10.Trichomes as an important chemical factories of metabolites -- 11.Stress and metabolites -- 12.Evolution of metabolite diversity and defense mechanisms in plants -- 13.Pathway engineering of genes -- 14.Demand-supply of phytochemicals and the need for ensuring sustainable supply of plants -- 15.Drug discovery and omics -- 16.Gene editing technologies for scaling up production of secondary metabolites -- 17.Medicinal plants and use of omics approaches -- 18.Metabolomics of important medicinal plants -- 19.Transcriptomics of important medicinal plants.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive reference for various plant bioactive compounds for research and pharmacological significance across the entire spectrum of phytochemical genomics. The book opens with general information on diversity, analysis and genomic basis of phytochemicals, computational approaches, databases for responsible genes, and biosynthetic pathways, and it delves very much into the details behind phytochemical diversity and diverse roles of plant metabolites. The later parts of the book also explore the direct drug discovery and omics approaches including metabolomics, transcriptomics, as well as gene editing technology experiments to further inspire readers into its unlimited potentials. Each chapter includes detailed analysis and relevant experiments for better and deeper understanding of the concepts. The book will be an invaluable aid for medicinal plant researchers and a rich source of information and advice for advanced undergraduates and graduates in the fields of medicine, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, flavor, and fragrance studies.
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    Pages: XVIII, 698 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811957796
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Biotic communities. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Soil Acidification and Its Impact on Plants -- Chapter 2: Challenges to Organic farming in Restoration of Degraded Land in India -- Chapter 3: Biochemical and Molecular Responses of Plants exposed to Radioactive Pollutants -- Chapter 4: Cadmium: A Threatening Agent for Plants -- Chapter 5: Effect of Soil Polluted by Heavy Metals: Effect on Plants, Bioremediation and adoptive evolution in plants -- Chapter 6: Plant Responses to Sewage Pollution -- Chapter 7: Soil Pollution caused by Agricultural Practices and Strategies to Manage Them -- Chapter 8: Inorganic Soil Contaminants and their Biological Remediation -- Chapter 9: Phytoremediation of pollutants from soil -- Chapter 10: Impacts of Soil Pollution on Human Health with Special Reference to Human Physiognomy and Physiology -- Chapter 11: Impact of Herbicide Use on Soil Microorganisms -- Chapter 12: Biological Magnification of Soil Pollutants -- Chapter 13: Soil Pollution and Human Health -- Chapter 14: Emission of Greenhouse Gases from Soil: An Assessment of Agricultural Management Practices.
    Abstract: Soil is a vital support system for all life forms, and is directly or indirectly exposed to various pollutants and harmful chemicals. Any pollutant entering the soil system not only affects the quality of the soil, but also the plants and crops growing in it. Further, soil pollution has far-reaching impacts, since harmful chemicals can become biomagnified and enter the food chain, causing severe health concerns. Degraded soils can adversely affect various plant systems by creating biotic and abiotic stress, which increases the chances of biochemical and physiological disorders. Chronic diseases and lower yield have been reported as consequences of soil pollution. Drawing on decades of soil-related research, this book focuses on soil pollution, types of soil pollutants, and their impacts on plant physiological and biochemical systems, along with crop productivity. The book begins with a brief introduction to soil pollution and continues with a discussion of the different types and their effects, together with remediation methods. It highlights various sources of soil pollution such as herbicides, acidification, chemical fertilizers, sewage sludge, heavy metals, and radioactive pollutants. It also covers plant responses to combinations of pollutants, effects of pollutants on plant ultrastructure, interactions between pollutants and plant diseases, and interactions between pollutants and agricultural practices. In closing, it addresses the challenges involved in the restoration of degraded land, side effects of agricultural practices in the form of greenhouse gases, and strategies for mitigating these effects. Plant Responses to Soil Pollution offers an essential guide for students, environmental consultants, researchers and other professionals involved in soil and plant-related research.
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    Pages: XXI, 248 p. 27 illus., 17 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811549649
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Animal biotechnology. ; Diagnosis. ; Animal culture. ; Veterinary Science. ; Animal Biotechnology. ; Diagnosis. ; Animal Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_Introduction -- Chapter 2_Reproduction efficiency in bovine: Trend and targets -- Chapter 3_Advancing puberty and sexual maturity: Recent developments -- Chapter 4_Automation in estrus detection -- Chapter 5_Salivary fern pattern and microRNAs for estrus detection -- Chapter 6_Timed AI and estrus synchronization in bovine animals: Advancements in protocols -- Chapter 7_Uterine infection in bovines -- Chapter 8_Endometrial TLRs and post-partum uterine infection in bovine -- Chapter 9_Nutritional strategies to improve bovine reproduction -- Chapter 10_Advances in understanding the mechanism of MRP in bovine -- Chapter 11_Metabolic hormones: Influence on gonadal functions and fertility in bovine -- Chapter 12_Recent developments in semen cryopreservation and frozen semen quality control -- Chapter 13_Advanced in vitro sperm function tests for fertility prediction -- Chapter 14_Sperm transcriptome sequencing for bovine fertility prediction: Lesson learned -- Chapter 15_Post-translational modifications in spermatozoa and fertility -- Chapter 16_Epigenetic bearing on fertility in bovine -- Chapter 17_Conclusion.
    Abstract: This book provides updated information on the current concepts in bovine reproduction. It describes the complex issues associated with fertility and infertility in bovines and suggests strategies for achieving high reproductive efficiency. It discusses topics related to the fertility trend in bovines, estrus detection, controlled breeding, postpartum uterine health, uterine infections, and its therapeutic management. The essential roles of metabolic hormones on gonadal functions and fertility are also covered. Additionally, the book presents new insights in maternal recognition of pregnancy in bovines and suggest nutritional strategies to improve reproductive efficiency. The chapters on male fertility provide current information on semen cryopreservation, sperm quality assessment and measures to improve sperm fertility. A special chapter on intricacies in buffalo semen cryopreservation and measures to improve the quality of cryopreserved sperm is also included in this book. Lastly, the book introduces the immunobiological roles of anti-microbial peptides during sperm transport in reproductive tract and epigenetic bearing on fertility. This book is an invaluable resource for veterinary scientists, students and practitioners to understand the current developments in bovine reproduction for improving reproductive efficiency.
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    Pages: X, 342 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811901164
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Biology Technique. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Biological Techniques. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Science and philosophy -- Chapter 2 Student’s proposal, dissertation, or thesis -- Chapter 3 Research integrity and publication ethics -- Chapter 4 Good Research Practices -- Chapter 5 Publication 101 -- Chapter 7 Lessons learned from Nature’s reports -- Chapter 8 Success can be learned.
    Abstract: This monograph offers a comprehensive guide to good research practices and mindsets, covering a wide range of topics across 8 chapters. Readers will find numerous themes and strategies that can help them develop their research skills and achieve their objectives, from effective proposal writing to stress management and upskilling. This book explains the purpose, process, tips, and mistakes of writing proposals, theses, articles, and reviews in clear and straightforward language, allowing readers to develop good research plans. By applying the advice and insights offered in this book, students and researchers can improve the quality of their work, cultivate research integrity, and develop good publication plans, write well, and reduce rejection rates. Research outputs will be more likely to be of high quality if students and researchers are encouraged to cultivate these pieces of advice. The focus of the book is not solely on the outcomes of research. Rather, it also delves into mindset, habits, adaptability, time management, stress management, recent tools for upskilling, planning, and execution. Throughout the book, the author seeks to instill a growth mindset in the readers, encouraging them to develop positive research habits and behaviors. KPIs, particularly publications, shall not be used as a reason to erode research integrity and ethnicity; therefore, plagiarism, self-citation, falsifying data, exaggerating findings, authorship in publications, the use of AI tools, CRediT, and COPE are discussed. This book contains interviews with high-profile researchers, top management at institutions, policy advisers, etc., whose opinions and advice the readers will find valuable. Overall, this all-in-one guide is an essential resource for postgraduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and academics who are struggling to find a survival strategy in the rapidly changing research environment. The book assists readers in developing right mindset, planning their research and publications, and in achieving their predetermined objectives. .
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    Pages: XXIII, 241 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819928125
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Ecology . ; Biotic communities. ; Plant Science. ; Ecology. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Mangroves: Types and Importance -- Chapter 2. Biogeography of the Mangrove Ecosystem: Floristics, population structure and conservation strategies -- Chapter 3. Mangroves as feeding and breeding grounds -- Chapter 4. Factors influencing mangrove ecosystems -- Chapter 5. Energy Flux in Mangrove Ecosystems -- Chapter 6. Nitrogen and Phosphorus budget in mangrove ecosystem -- Chapter 7. Mangroves as a Carbon Sink/Stocks -- Chapter 8. Estimation of Blue Carbon stock of mangrove ecosystem and its dynamics in relation to hydrogeomorphic settings and land use-landcover -- Chapter 9. Responses of Mangrove Ecosystems to Climate Change in the Anthropocene -- Chapter 10. Roles of mangroves in combating the climate change -- Chapter 11. Role of mangroves in pollution abatement -- Chapter 12. Measurement and modeling of above-ground root systems as attributes of flow and wave attenuation function of mangroves -- Chapter 13. Mangrove as Natural Barrier to Environmental Risks and Coastal Protection -- Chapter 14. Diversity and community structure of polychaetes in mangroves of Indian coast -- Chapter 15. Structure and Diversity of Plants in Mangrove Ecosystems -- Chapter 16. Livelihood of Forest Dependent Dwellers in relation to the Exploitation of Resources at the fringe of Indian Sundarban -- Chapter 17. The Roles of Mangroves in Sustainable Tourism Development -- Chapter 18. Aquaculture in Mangroves -- Chapter 19. Ecological Valuation and Ecosystem Services of Mangroves -- Chapter 20. Management Action Plans for Development of Mangrove Forest Reserves -- Chapter 21. Geo-spatial tools for Mapping and Monitoring Coastal Mangroves.
    Abstract: Mangroves are one of the most productive and biologically important blue-carbon ecosystems across the coastal intertidal zone of earth. In the current scenario of serious environmental changes like global warming, climate change, extreme natural disasters, mangrove forests play a vital role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and maintaining ecosystem balance. Mangroves are unique ecosystems with rich biological diversity of different taxonomic groups exhibiting great ecological and commercial importance. The book consolidates existing and emerging information on ecology of mangroves, with a special reference to their biodiversity and management. It emphasizes on the role of mangroves in providing various ecological services. The book is a comprehensive compilation covering all aspects of mangrove ecology. It is useful for students and researchers in ecology, plants sciences and environmental sciences. .
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    Pages: XIII, 551 p. 107 illus., 80 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811624940
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Metabolism, Secondary. ; Plants. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Secondary Metabolism.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of orchid mycorrhizal symbiosis from genetic information -- 2. Breeding of orchids using conventional and biotechnological methods: Advances and future prospects -- 3. Biotechnological interventions and societal impacts of some medicinal orchids -- 4. Gene expression profiling in orchid mycorrhizae to decipher the molecular mechanisms of plant-fungus interactions -- 5. Exploring the potential of in vitro cultures as an aid to production of secondary metabolites in medicinal orchids -- 6. Ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry, medicinal potential and biotechnology strategies for the conservation of orchids from the Catasetum genus -- 7. Diversity and antimicrobial potential of Orchidaceae-associated fungal endophytes -- 8. Asymbiotic seed germination in terrestrial orchids: Problems, progress and prospects -- 9. Progress and prospect of orchid breeding: An overview.
    Abstract: This book provides comprehensive insights into the existing and emerging trends in orchid biology based on the findings of omics, high-throughput technology, biotechnology, molecular breeding, and genome editing approaches in orchids. It illustrates molecular mechanisms of orchid mycorrhizal symbiosis according to the recent achievements of transcriptomics and bioinformatics studies which accelerate the progress of orchid research with the aid of their high-throughput tools. In this book, a comprehensive view of orchid breeding was presented, and it includes fundamental methods as well as advanced strategies through the combination of several technologies such as genetic engineering, omics, computational biology, and genome editing. These resulting knowledge and tools are highly beneficial for obtaining novel and fascinating varieties in the orchid market which is a competitive industry of global trade. Another interesting content is the focus on the production of orchid bioactive compounds and their values in the field of ethnomedicine. Their sources chiefly came from secondary metabolites and can be enriched through elicitors and produced more efficiently by improved tissue culture protocols and bioreactors. In this edited collection, we provided space for presenting an updated review of in vitro seed germination which is a routine technology for well-trained researchers but can give a complete demonstration for the potential audiences including growers and research beginners. This book collects refined knowledge from a broad source of scientific literature by experts in the field of orchid research and surely is an adequate reference and textbook for students, teachers, and researchers. It includes methods and applications of orchid breeding technology which would gain high attention from growers, breeders, and the related fields of agriculture.
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    Pages: XIV, 283 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819910793
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Animal biotechnology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Animal Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_Introduction to sperm sexing -- Chapter 2_Semen and sperm characteristics of farm animals -- Chapter 3_Conventional methods of sperm sexing -- Chapter 4_ Sperm sexing using flow cytometry: Principles and applications -- Chapter 5_Recent advances and challenges in the development of novel sperm sexing methods -- Chapter 6_Semen extenders for preservation of sorted semen -- Chapter 7_Commercial and ethical aspects of sperm sexing.
    Abstract: This book presents basic principles and discusses the state-of-the-art methods of sperm sexing in livestock. It reviews the challenges and critical opinions on the conventional sperm sexing methods and characteristic features of spermatozoa of farm animals which could help to develop novel methods of sperm sexing. The book also presents principles and applications of flow cytometry for sperm separation. The chapters of the book elucidate methods and difficulties in developing sperm sexing methods. Notably, it covers recent research on immunological and nanotechnology-based sperm sexing methods. The book also provides information on the development of semen extenders. Towards the end, the book examines ethical and commercial aspects of sperm sexing. It is an ideal reference book for students, researchers and professionals working towards improving livestock production.
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    Pages: XV, 112 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811917905
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Physiology. ; Cardiovascular system. ; Reproduction. ; Veterinary Science. ; Animal Physiology. ; Cardiovascular Physiology. ; Reproductive Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section 1: Introduction -- Chapter 1.1. Veterinary physiology - past, present and future perspective -- Chapter 1.2. Cellular and molecular physiology -- Chapter 1.3. Action potential -- Section 2: Hematology and Immune System -- Chapter 2.1. Hematology -- Chapter 2.2. Immune system -- Section 3: Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Excretory System -- Chapter 3.1. Cardiovascular system -- Chapter 3.2. Physiology of respiration -- Chapter 3.3. Fluid and electrolyte balance -- Chapter 3.4. Excretory physiology -- Section 4: Neuro-muscular System and Special Senses -- Chapter 4.1. Muscular system -- Chapter 4.2. Nervous system -- Chapter 4.3. Special senses -- Section 5: Digestive System -- Chapter 5.1. Physiology of digestion -- Chapter 5.2. Ruminant digestion -- Section 6: Endocrine System -- Chapter 6.1. General endocrinology and hormones of hypothalamus and pituitary -- Chapter 6.2. Hormonal regulation of metabolism, water, and minerals -- Chapter 6.3. Hormones of gonads and non-classical endocrine organs -- Section 7: Reproductive System -- Chapter 7.1. Development of sex organs -- Chapter 7.2. Functional morphology of the male reproductive system -- Chapter 7.3. Spermatogenesis and Semen -- Chapter 7.4. Functional morphology of the female reproductive system -- Chapter 7.5. Female reproductive physiology -- Chapter 7.6. Fertilisation, gestation and parturition -- Chapter 7.7. Assisted reproductive technologies in farm animals -- Section 8: Lactation Physiology -- Chapter 8. Lactation physiology -- Section 9: Physiology of Growth and Behaviour -- Chapter 9.1. Physiology of growth -- Chapter 9.2. Physiology of animal behaviour -- Section 10: Environment and Thermoregulation -- Chapter 10.1. Environmental physiology and thermoregulation in farm animals -- Chapter 10.2. Thermoregulation in birds.
    Abstract: This textbook explores the fundamental qualitative and quantitative aspects of veterinary physiology. It presents the morphological description of the organs, tissues, and cells involved in the physiological system with species variation. The book provide the most up-to-date information and in depth knowledge in animal physiology. The book addresses a broad range of topics, including the physiology of digestion in, monogastric animals, ruminants, and birds, and cardio vascular and respiratory system in different animals. The chapters contain a wealth of information on the areas related to the endocrine system, excretory system, body fluid homeostasis, hematology, male and female reproductive systems, coordination of body functions, and regulation of brain functions and sense organs. Further, this book acquaints students with advanced topics like immune system, assisted reproductive technology, ovarian dynamics, environmental physiology and thermoregulation, and behavioral physiology. This textbook contains clear illustrations including graphical abstracts and study questions for each chaptermaking this book a valuable learning resource for veterinary sciences and veterinary medicine students.Further to attract students and create interest in them, interesting facts related to animal physiology have also been highlighted in form of “Know more widges”.
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    Pages: XXIII, 803 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994104
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Biotechnology. ; Food science. ; Nutrition   . ; Veterinary Science. ; Biotechnology. ; Food Science. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Brief History of Animal Nutrition -- Chapter 2. Relationship of Soil, Water, Air, Solar Energy, Plant and Animals -- Chapter 3. Chemicals of Life and Chemical Reactions in the Animal Cells -- Chapter 4. Partitioning of Foods -- Chapter 5. Water -- Chapter 6. Carbohydrates -- Chapter 7. Proteins and Other Nitrogenous Substances of Nutritional Significance -- Chapter 8. Lipids -- Chapter 9. Mineral Nutrition -- Chapter 10. Vitamins -- Chapter 11. Enzymes -- Chapter 12. Hormones in Nutrition -- Chapter 13. Use of Feed Additives on Livestock Production -- Chapter 14. Digestion, Absorption and Metabolism of Nutrients -- Chapter 15. Feeding Processes -- Chapter 16. Energy Partitioning -- Chapter 17. Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition.-.
    Abstract: The book provides comprehensive information about the different aspects of veterinary nutrition in tropical countries.The introductory chapter discuss the importance of nutrition, feeds and feeding of balanced and optimum feeds specifically required for the sustenance of life .The second chapter, discusses briefly the history of research in animal nutrition.The book further talks about the relationship between the environment and nutrition in animals; the chemical composition of plants and animals; and the various sources of feed for animals. It provides details on the different phases of life cycle in animals, and the effect of nutrition on the performance. Various Nutrients and its importance in livestock nutritionand production has been illustrated in details. Various nutrients such as water, carbohydrate, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals etc are individually dealt in a separate chapter. The digestive system,digestion and metabolism of carbohydrates, protein and fats in ruminant and non ruminant livestock have been illustrated. A dedicated chapter fully describes the activity of enzymes which are directly involved in nutrition. Also this book deals with the harmful components of animal feed which are found mainly in the unconventional feeds. The books also provide chapters like partitioning of feed& energy and also the therapeutic and clinical nutrition which are very importantfor the under graduate & post graduate students and researchers of animal nutrition and livestock production and management. This book is useful for researchers, undergraduate and post graduate students studying veterinary sciences, animal husbandry, zoology and biochemistry.
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    Pages: XIX, 269 p. 87 illus., 14 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811591259
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plants Evolution. ; Plants Development. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Evolution. ; Plant Development.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. The two contrary theories about organogenesis in morphology of the higher plants.-chapter 2. Saunders’ Leaf-skin Theory of Stem -- Chapter 3. Leaves are split axes -- Chapter 4. Re-evaluation of the evidences for the Telome Theory -- Chapter 5. What do hooded-awn barley, bitter bamboo, tortoise shell bamboo, paspalum and crabgrass show us? -- Chapter 6. The ontogenesis of higher plants -- Chapter 7. The organogenesis of higher plants -- Chapter 8. Conclusion.
    Abstract: This book written by Professor Chi Yen of Sichuan Agricultural University in Chinese was published by China Agriculture Press (ISBN 978-7-109-22791-0). It describes a new theory on the constitution of organs of the higher plants based on experimental evidence, the multiple secondary axis theory. This theory states that all organs of the higher plants are the constitution of multiple secondary axes. The primary axis extends bipolarly to initiate the above- and the below-ground parts of a plant, from which secondary axes develop. Leaves are split, expanded upper ends of terminal secondary axes. Stems are merged lower ends of the secondary axes, Vascular bundles are secondary structures developed within the axes which interconnect with each other to form the central core of the stem and branches and the veins in the leaves. Roots form through the downward extension of the lower ends of the axes toward or within the underground and branch roots are unsplit secondary axes. All new axes emerge from the inner side of existing, split axes. All floral organs including fruits, seeds and vegetative reproduction organs such as bulbils and plantlets, are deformed axes. This theory is significant in guiding the scientific design of the ideotype of crops to optimize the development of the economically important organ(s) of a crop.
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    Pages: XII, 160 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811916854
    DDC: 580
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. An Introduction to Haematococcus -- Chapter 2. Nutritional studies and optimization of biomass from unicellular microalgae Haematococcus sp.-Chapter 3. Abiotic stress factors and high astaxanthin accumulation in Haematococcus pluvialis -- Chapter 4. Haematococcus: Cultivation for Astaxanthin Production -- Chapter 5. Bottlenecks in the cultivation processes of Haematococcus pluvialis -- Chapter 6. Biochemistry of Haematococcus -- Chapter 7. Lipids, lipidomics and biosurfactants of Haematococcus -- Chapter 8. Genetic engineering approaches for Haematococcus: Recent developments in genome sequencing and strain improvement -- Chapter 9. Food and Food Packaging Technology -- Chapter 10 Algae Materials for Bionanopesticides: Nanoparticles and composites -- Chapter 11. Environmental Impacts Related to Upstream and Downstream Processing of Haematococcus pluvialis -- Chapter 12. Therapeutic potential of Haematococcus pluvialis in the field of drug delivery -- Chapter 13. Clinical applications of Haematococcus. - Chapter 14. In silico exploration of therapeutics in Haematococcus pluvialis -- Chapter 15. Algal Polymers, Proteins and Pigments for Industrial Applications -- Chapter 16. Valorising Haematococcus biomass for commercial applications -- Chapter 17. Biotechnological applications of Haematococcus: Future perspectives -- Chapter 18. Commercialization of Haematococcus-based products: Current status and future forecast -- Chapter 19. Bioenergy Applications of Haematococcus.-.
    Abstract: This book offers a comprehensive analysis of microalgal cultivation methods and optimization of astaxanthin production for various applications, including clinical uses, algae polymers, proteins and pigments, food applications and packaging, algae forming, cosmetics, and more. Microalgae are unicellular living forms and are the primary producers that play a major role in the ecosystem. Commercially, while many documents are available, some recent fields are yet to be explored. The book comprises 19 chapters contributed by experts and reviews the recent developments in the cultivation, harvest, and genetic engineering of H. pluvialis-derived astaxanthin. It also discusses their bottlenecks and challenges in commercial-scale production, as well as current and prospective global market. Current research supports the exploration of new topics and practical applications of microalgae and their products, which will also benefit academia. The book will be an important resource for researchers and industry, providing comprehensive knowledge on broad topics. Flow charts, updated methods, and colour images are included to help the readers' understanding.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 359 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819929016
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Forestry. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Wood degradation, challenges and mitigation -- Chapter 2. Wood Decay by fungi: Challenges and Prevention -- Chapter 3. Wounding of Trees: The Precursor of Wood Decay -- Chapter 4.Economically important wood feeding insects - their Diversity, Damage -- Chapter 5. Wood degradation by termites: ecology, economics and protection -- Chapter 6. Wood borers of important fruit trees with special reference to Cerambycids -- Chapter 7. Prospects and advances in management of coconut wood borers -- Chapter 8. Teak heart wood borer Alcterogystia cadambae(Cossidae :Lepidoptera) a potential wood pest of teak and its Management -- Chapter 9. Hoplocerambyx spinicornis Newman: major heartwood borer of Sal Shorea robusta and its management in India -- Chapter 10.Bio-deterioration of Sandalwood (Santalum album L.): Agents and their Management -- Chapter 11.Insect borers of bamboo and their management -- Chapter 12. Wood Biodeterioration in marine environment -- Chapter 13. Natural durability of timber in terrestrial and marine realms of India: A contrasting feature -- Chapter 14. Degradation of Wood and Wooden products by insects and their Management -- Chapter 15. Basics of Wood Drying /Seasoning -- Chapter 16. Chemical Preservatives in Wood Protection . Chapter 17. Potential of Botanicals for Wood Protection -- Chapter 18. Preservation of Engineered Wood Composites (Solid wood Plywood, Block boards/Flush doors) made from Plantation Timbers -- Chapter 19. Wood modification for wood protection -- Chapter 20. Advancements in Nanotechnological Applications for Wood protection -- Chapter 21. Biodegradation: A Vital Component in Life Cycle Assessment of Wood -- Chapter 22.Invasion of wood degraders through wood import and need to strengthen the plant quarantine measures in India.
    Abstract: This edited book covers all aspects of wood degradation from its formation and growing in trees to its end usages when it is put into human usage. Wood is an age-old traditional fascinating material with a sensory-rich immersive experience that kindles aesthetics and creativity. The utility, durability, and functionality of wood render it a cosmopolitan material. It constitutes an integral part of human lives from ancient times to modern societies being used by various sectors viz., construction, furniture, panel products, paper and pulp, sports goods, agricultural implements, etc., Wood, being a biological material, is susceptible to degradation both by physical and biological means, and the need to protect the wood and prevent heavy economic losses constitutes a major challenge. Also, wood formed by the trees is the major sinks of carbon and the carbon remains locked-up for the life of the wood, thereby serving as important tool to mitigate the climate change. But the carbon stored in wood returns to the atmosphere when it degrades and will have positive effect on climate change. Hence, wood protection aiming for extending the service life of wood plays a key role in locking the carbon for a longer period in the wood and also substantially reduce the demand and depletion of forest resources. The book focuses on wood as an important natural bio-resource, inventory of wood protection, usage, utilization, preservatives, protection technologies and wood protection from all forms of degradation. Special focus is given on the eco-friendly way of protecting wood and its importance in mitigating climate change. The book is useful for Indian and international readers, who are working in wood domains. It is of interest to wood technologists, teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policymakers. It is of immense importance as a guide and study material to the graduate and postgraduate students of wood science in various universities of India and abroad.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VII, 744 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811687976
    DDC: 580
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Veterinary microbiology. ; Zoology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Veterinary Microbiology. ; Zoology.
    Description / Table of Contents: PART I.Microbiome of Finfish -- Chapter 1_ Introduction to fish microbiome and its importance -- Chapter 2_Isolation and Identification of Fish Gut Microbiome -- Chapter 3_ Gut Microbiome and Fish Health: An overview in Finfish Aquaculture Prospective -- Chapter 4_Fish microbiome and metagenomics -- Chapter 5_Fish and Shellfish microbiome and bioinformatics Skills -- Chapter 6_Microbiome applications for the growth and development of the aquaculture/biopharma industry.-PART II.Microbiome of Shellfish -- Chapter 7_Shellfish Microbiome -- Chapter 8_Shellfish microbiome and its significant role in immune response and health management -- Chapter 9_Microbiome and shrimp health -- Chapter 10_Microbial Metagenomics and the Shellfish Microbiome -- Chapter 11_Shellfish microbiome and Probiotics: A Decade in Review -- Chapter 12_Impact of climate change on the gut microbiome of fish and shellfish. .
    Abstract: This book helps us to understand the importance of the microbiome associated with finfish and shellfish inhabiting different locations and varied environmental and biological situations. It covers modern molecular tools for identifying microbiome composition and their precise identification at the species level. The book also covers the molecular structural composition of individual microbes, metabolite resources from microbiome species, their functional properties, and production aspects. Notable, the book covers the microbiome applications in the gut systems of finfish and shellfish to the digestion, nutrition, growth, reproduction, immune system, and vulnerability of the host to diseases. It also reviews diversity and functional properties, relationships with diseases, health status, data on species-specific metagenomics, and probiotic research. It highlights the relevance of microbial communities for the development of new and innovative bio-products to build bio and pharmaceutical industries, including aquaculture. This book is an invaluable source for researchers and professionals involved in fishery science, fisheries and aquaculture, fish biotechnology, and fish microbiology and pathology .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 294 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819908523
    DDC: 636.089
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant ecology. ; Plant Science. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. Plant diversity and its conservation in China -- Chapter 1. An overview of China’s vegetation and plant diversity -- Chapter 2. The rare and endangered plants in China -- Chapter 3. In situ and ex situ conservation of Chinese plants -- Chapter 4. Reintroduction of rare and endangered plants in China -- Part 2. Reintroduction cases of rare and endangered plants in China -- Chapter 5. Reintroduction of Primulina tabacum Hance, a critically endangered Calciphilous perennial herb, in southern China -- Chapter 6. Artificial propagation and reintroduction of Dayaoshania cotinifolia W.T. Wang -- Chapter 7. Reintroduction of Tigridiopalma magnifica C. Chen, a critically endangered endemic plant, in southern China -- Chapter 8. Reintroduction of Camellia changii Ye (Theaceae), a critically endangered plant endemic to southern China -- Chapter 9. Conservation translocation of the rare and endangered tree Euryodendron excelsum in South China -- Chapter 10. Conservation translocations of Manglietia longipedunculata, a critically endangered tree in South China -- Chapter 11. Reintroduction of Parakmeria omeiensis Cheng, a critically endangered endemic plant, in Southwest China -- Chapter 12. Reintroduction of Hopea hainanensis Merr. et Chun, a wild plant with extremely small populations, in southern China -- Chapter 13. Reintroduction of Trigonobalanus doichangensis, a threatened plant species with extremely small populations -- Chapter 14. Reintroduction of Craigia yunnanensis to private plots, an innovated case with help from local volunteers -- Chapter 15. Reintroduction of Myricaria laxiflora (Franch.) P.Y. Zhang et Y.J. Zhang, a critically endangered shrub, in central China -- Chapter 16. Reintroduction of Bretschneidera sinensis Hemsl. an endangered endemic tree -- Chapter 17. Reintroduction of Paphiopedilum wardii Sumerh, an endangered terrestrial orchid in China -- Chapter 18. Reintroduction and assisted colonization of Paphiopedilum spicerianum: An orchid with extremely small populations in China -- Chapter 19. Orchid conservation translocation efforts in China -- Chapter 20. Reintroduction of wild Cycas species in China.
    Abstract: The book offers a comprehensive review of the advances in conservation and the reintroduction of rare and endangered plants in China. It systematically discusses plant diversity, in situ and ex situ protection and plant reintroduction in China, including the reintroduction species list and orchid plant reintroduction up to November 2019. A useful reference resource for students, instructors and scientific researchers in the field of wild plant protection, botany, biodiversity protection, and natural land protection and management, the book also provides valuable insights for government departments involved in plant management.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 233 p. 93 illus., 80 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811553011
    DDC: 580
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Stem cells. ; Veterinary Science. ; Veterinary Clinical Medicine. ; Stem Cell Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in cartilage regeneration -- Chapter 2: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in bone regeneration -- Chapter 3: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in muscle, tendon and ligament regeneration -- Chapter 4: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in peripheral nervous system disorders -- Chapter 5: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in central nervous system disorders -- Chapter 6: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in cardiovascular disorders -- Chapter 7: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in gastrointestinal disorders -- Chapter 8: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in lung disorders -- Chapter 9: Mesenchymal stem cells in reproductive system: reproductive and therapeutic applications -- Chapter 10: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in urinary system disorders -- Chapter 11: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in integumentary system disorders -- Chapter 12: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in endocrine disorders -- Chapter 13: Mesenchymal stem cells therapeutic applications in eye and adnexa ailments.
    Abstract: This book reviews the potential therapeutic and reproductive applications of mesenchymal stem cells in veterinary regenerative and reproductive medicine. The systemic approach focuses on musculoskeletal structures like cartilage, bone, muscle, tendon, ligaments and nervous tissues. It also focuses on other body systems like gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, urogenital, respiratory and integumentary system. Besides, the special glands or organs like endocrine glands and eye and its adnexa are also focused. The book chapters discusses the problems and the need for regenerative medicine employing MSCs. It provides an ex vivo basis of MSCs therapeutics and reproductive potential followed by their in vivo applications. The book further provides an understanding on the behavior and mechanisms of action of mesenchymal stem cells. The book also abridges challenges and provides future prospects of mesenchymal stem cells in clinical and reproductive applications. As such, the book offers a valuable resource for students, veterinarians, and scientists working in the regenerative and reproductive sciences in human and veterinary medicine.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVII, 408 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811932779
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Physiology. ; Bioclimatology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Animal Physiology. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Abstract: This book describes the importance of sustainable livestock production from a food security perspective in the changing climate scenario. It covers the amelioration of climate change impacts and describes the various mitigation strategies to reduce enteric methane emissions. The book targets sustainable livestock production by covering diverse concepts of amelioration, mitigation, and policy up-gradation. Further, it examines various adverse impacts of climate change on growth, meat, milk, and reproduction in livestock. Most importantly, the book covers novel aspects of quantifying heat stress response of livestock based on non-invasive methodologies, including infrared thermal imaging, sensor-based applications, hair, urine, and fecal cortisol estimation. Particular emphasis was given to describing the skin-based novel approaches to establish climate resilience in indigenous breeds. The book provides detailed descriptions of alleviating climate change impacts on shelter management, nutritional interventions, and genetics-based strategies involving advanced genomic tools. Lastly, it highlights the livestock species which could be considered ideal climate-resilient animal models to withstand the adversities associated with climate change.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXV, 321 p. 48 illus., 41 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811698361
    DDC: 636.089
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Fertility, Human. ; Veterinary Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Fertility.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Buffalo in the World: Situation and Perspectives -- Chapter 2. Water buffalo genomic diversity -- Chapter 3. Advances in Buffalo Breeding: A Journey from classical Breeding to Genomic Selection -- Chapter 4. Reproductive Management of Dairy Buffaloes -- Chapter 5. Behavior and welfare of dairy buffaloes: calving, weaning and milking -- Chapter 6. Buffalo’s milk and its products: Composition, Nutrition, and Benefits -- Chapter 7. Welfare of buffaloes at slaughter -- Section-II Omics approaches to understand buffalo’s genome, physiology, and reproduction -- Chapter 8. Molecular evolution and genome architecture of water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis), the ‘living bank’ for marginal farmers in developing countries -- Chapter 9. Fertility biomarkers in buffalo -- Chapter 10. Being Sweet is Being Smart: Lessons Learnt from Buffalo Spermatozoa -- Chapter 11. Protein signatures of lactation and early pregnancy diagnosis in buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) -- Chapter 12. Induced pluripotent stem cells in buffalo: Basics to translation applications -- Chapter 13. Domesticated buffalo- A model for human biomedical research -- Section-III Reproductive Biotechnologies -- Chapter 14. Advances in embryo production in buffaloes: in vivo versus in vitro procedures -- Chapter 15. Application of Fixed-Time Artificial Insemination in Water Buffaloes -- Chapter 16. Semen sexing in buffalo -- Chapter 17. Advances in cryopreservation of buffalo semen -- Chapter 18. Advances in Semen Quality Assessments in AI Programs in Buffalo -- Chapter 19. Reproductive ultrasonography in buffalo – Basic concepts and recent advances -- Chapter 20. Spermatogonial stem cells and testis-tissue cryopreservation as a tool for conservation of buffalo germplasm -- Chapter 21. Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer and its Applications in Buffalo (Bubalus bubalis).
    Abstract: This book comprehensively reviews the advancements in biotechnological applications for the enhanced production and conservations of buffalo (Bubalus bubalis). The book discusses developments in assisted reproduction to improve productivity and the produce novel products for applications to human health and nutrition. The initial chapters of the book discuss the global distribution and domestications of buffalo, and nutritive values of buffalo milk, while the subsequent sections examine the applications of the genome-wide association traits to identify potential genetic variants affecting important economic traits. It identifies predictive biomarkers for postpartum or peripartum diseased-state and presents potential protein biomarkers for the diagnosis of early pregnancy in buffalo. Lastly, it discusses recent scientific developments such as induced pluripotent stem cells, spermatogonial stem cells, somatic cell nuclear transfer, and buffalo as a model for human biomedical research. This book is a useful source to students, academicians, researchers, and policymakers who are involved in buffalo science and industry.
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    Pages: XII, 457 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811675317
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Module 1_Functional Genomics and Proteomics -- Module 2_Microbial Genomics and Novel Biotechnological approaches to enhance animal health -- Module 3_Bioinformatics, Big Data, and Integrated Omics.
    Abstract: This book comprehensively discusses the applications of molecular genetics, functional and structural genomics, and proteomics vis-a-vis bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and robotics in livestock healthfulness and productivity. It reviews the biotechnological approaches in veterinary sciences for increasing productivity and resistance to disease. The book emphasizes the approaches based on artificial intelligence to analyze the data collected on animals, pathogens, and their environment. It underscores artificial intelligence applications in disease diagnosis, epidemiological studies, and detecting biological phenomena, including heat-detection, pregnancy, docility, and infections. Further, the book examines the genomics and proteomics approaches for understanding the gut microbiota and the role of pathogen-host interactions in animal health and disease. Lastly, it explores both pathogenic and non-pathogenic microbial transfer between humans, animals, and the environment across one health spectrum.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXVI, 451 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819922093
    Series Statement: Livestock Diseases and Management,
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Animal culture. ; Animal biotechnology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Animal Science. ; Animal Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_Vitellogenin: Outline and History -- Chapter 2_Previtellogenesis and Vitellogenesis -- Chapter 3_Diversification and classification of Vitellogenin in fishes -- Chapter 4_State-of-art of multiple vitellogenin systems in fishes -- Chapter 5_Tools for identification and characterization of Vitellogenin -- Chapter 6_Functional aspects of Vitellogenin in oogenesis and its regulatory mechanism -- Chapter 7_Role of Vitellogenin as immunocompetent molecule -- Chapter 8_Vitellogenesis and Reproductive Strategies -- Chapter 9_Vitellogenin: as a hormone -- Chapter 10_Vitellogenin as a biomarker -- Chapter 11_Fish vitellogenin induction and its related egg yolk proteins -- Chapter 12_Vitellogenin receptors in fishes -- Chapter 13_Molecular cloning and induction of vitellogenins -- Chapter 14_Significance of Vitellogenin in egg yolk production and egg quality -- Chapter 15_Concentration of Vitellogenin and disruption of the endocrine system in Fish -- Chapter 16_Biological activities of Vitellogenin and its mechanism -- Chapter 17_Multivalent properties of Vitellogenin in marine and freshwater fishes. -Chapter 18_Effect of Vitellogenin in growth of ornamental fishes -- Chapter 19_Future prospective of Vitellogenin research. .
    Abstract: This book provides basic and advanced information on vitellogenin in fish. The proposed book discusses the history of vitellogenin, previtellogenesis, their diversification and classification in fishes, and tools for their identification and characterization. Further, their functional aspects in oogenesis and its regulatory mechanism, role as the immunocompetent molecule, and reproductive strategies are discussed. The book further examines vitellogenin as a hormone and biomarker, its related egg yolk proteins, and its mechanism on molecular cloning and induction. In addition, the book discusses its role in the disruption of the endocrine system in fish, its biological activities, its multivalent mechanism in marine and freshwater fishes, and its impact on the growth of ornamental fishes. Moreover, this book elaborates on the multiple vitellogenin genes, each with unique promoter regions and varying sensitivity to induction by estradiol, and multiple Vtg proteins themselves, with variable degrees of post-translational modification. As such, this book is helpful for researchers and students interested in the reproduction of fishes and reproductive biology. .
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    Pages: XVI, 281 p. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819953400
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant ecology. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Ecology. ; Plant Pathology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Ch 1. Plant invasion and climate change: a global overview -- Ch 2. Impacts of plant invasions on ecosystem functionality: a perspective for ecosystem health and ecosystem services -- Ch 3. Menace of Plant Invasion: A View from Ecological Lens -- Ch 4. Role of extreme climate events in amplification of plant invasion -- Ch 5. Plant Invasion as Gleaned from Parasara's Vrkshayurveda -- Ch 6. Water, wind, and fire: extreme climate events enhance the spread of invasive plants in sensitive North American ecosystems -- Ch 7. Understanding eco-geographical relationship in invaded ranges by Acacia longifolia (Andrews) Willd. – An intercontinental case study on Acacia invasions -- Ch 8. Invasive plants in India: their adaptability, socio-ecological impacts, and response to changing climate -- Ch 9. Plant invasion in an aquatic ecosystem: A new frontier under climate change -- Ch 10. Plant invasion and soil processes: A mechanistic understanding -- Ch 11. Plant invasion dynamics in mountain ecosystems under changing climate scenario -- Ch 12. The role of epigenetics on plant invasions under climate change scenario -- Ch 13. Comparative assessment of Machine Learning Algorithms for habitat suitability of Tribulus terrestris (Linn): An economically important weed -- Ch 14. Strategies of plant invasion and management for the conservation and restoration of degraded poor agricultural lands -- Ch 15. Plant Invasion and Climate Change: An Overview on History, Impacts and Management Practices -- Ch 16. Biochar: a tool for combatting both invasive species and climate change -- Ch 17. An action plan to prevent and manage alien plant invasions in India.
    Abstract: This edited book provides an ensemble of contemporary research related to the challenges, impacts and precautionary measures for tackling plant invasions in the context of changing climate in different regions of the world. In current scenario, plant invasions are expansive and significant component of anthropogenic global climate change. Temperature variations may compromise the adaptability of native species, thereby stressing them and decreasing the resistance potential of natural communities to invasion. Invasive alien species under the current scenario have been suggested as a major threat to biodiversity. It is also predicted that increasing disturbances or extreme events such as fires, floods, cyclones, storms, heat-waves, droughts, etc. will be direct consequences of changing climate supporting the invasive alien species. A comprehensive understanding of the interaction between species invasion and climate change will be supplemental in forecasting future shifts in biodiversity. Further, different predictive models indicate a plausible increase in the abundance and impact of invasive alien species which may have direct implications for future research and target-oriented policy and decision making. However, these predictions become more complicated considering the complexity of interactions between the impacts of changing climate with other components of global change (changes in land use, nitrogen deposition, etc.) which are affecting the distribution of native plant species, ecosystem dynamics as well as non-native/invasive species. This book will be suitable for students (undergraduate and postgraduates) of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences; teachers, researchers, and climate change scientists in academic and research institutions. It will also be applicable to environmental management agencies, government agencies and policy makers. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVII, 418 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819959105
    DDC: 580
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Orthopedics. ; Veterinary Science. ; Veterinary Clinical Medicine. ; Orthopaedics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Module 1_Basic Considerations -- Module 2_Principles of Fracture Fixation Techniques -- Module 3_ Management of Specific Fractures in Small Animals -- Module 4_Management of Specific Fractures in Large Animals.
    Abstract: This textbook emphasizes the fundamentals of bone fracture and its fixation, including advanced techniques of osteosynthesis in both small and large animals. Various fracture fixation techniques and devices have been described in simple language with the help of sketches and photographs. The chapter on the basic considerations in fracture fixation narrates bone structure and types, bone development and growth regulation, types of fracture and fracture healing, first aid and emergency treatment, selection of fracture fixation technique, anesthetic management, and fracture fixation implants and instruments. The book highlights principles of different external, internal, and external skeletal fixation techniques. It also presents various basic and advanced techniques used to manage specific fractures in different bones, separately for small and large animal patients. It also includes specific topics like fracture fixation in young, osteoporotic, and avian bones, open fracture management, bone grafts and scaffolds, and fracture fixation complications. Towards the end, the book elucidates miscellaneous but essential topics in veterinary orthopedics such as metabolic bone diseases, antebrachial bone deformities, joint luxations, arthritis, common tendon, and ligament injuries, bone tumors, and physiotherapy and rehabilitation of patients. This textbook is essential reading for veterinary students, practitioners, and researchers working in veterinary orthopedic surgery.
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    Pages: XVIII, 459 p. 342 illus., 118 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819925759
    DDC: 636.089
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