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    A Field Guide to Tropical Plant Families (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant anatomy. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Anatomy and Morphology. ; Biodiversity.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I – User manual and architectural concepts. Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. How to use this book 6 -- Chapter 3. Architectural concepts and key to the models -- Part II. Identification keys -- Chapter 4. Key to the groups of families of trees and shrubs (groups 1 to 52) -- Chapter 5. Keys to families of trees and shrubs -- Chapter 6. Supplementary keys -- Chapter 7. Keys to the groups of families of lianas and woody epiphytic (groups 53 to 57) -- Chapter 8. Keys to families of lianas and woody epiphytes -- PART III. Description of the families -- Chapter 9. Acanthaceae to Asteraceae -- Chapter 10. Bignoniaceae to Buxaceae -- Chapter 11. Cactaceae to Cycadaceae -- Chapter 12. Dichapetalaceae to Dipterocarpaceae -- Chapter 13. Ebenaceae to Euphorbiaceae -- Chapter 14. Fagaceae -- Chapter 15. Gentianaceae to Goupiaceae -- Chapter 16. Hamamelidaceae to Humiriaceae -- Chapter 17. Icacinaceae s.l. to Irvingiaceae -- Chapter 18. Juglandaceae -- Chapter 19. Lamiaceae to Lythraceae -- Chapter 20. Magnoliaceae to Myrtaceae -- Chapter 21. Nyctaginaceae,- Chapter 22. Ochnaceae to Oxalidaceae -- Chapter 23. Pandaceae to Putranjivaceae -- Chapter 24. Rhabdodendraceae to Rutaceae -- Chapter 25. Sabiaceae to Symplocaceae -- Chapter 26. Tetramelaceae to Torricelliaceae -- Chapter 27. Ulmaceae s.l. to Urticaceae -- Chapter 28. Verbenaceae to Vochysiaceae -- Chapter 29. Zygophyllaceae s.l -- Chapter 30. Herbaceous versus arborescent habit in the families and orders of flowering plants - evolutionary trends.
    Abstract: This book provides an identification system permitting recognition of plant families in all seasons by means of morphological and macroanatomical features which are easily observable, such as bark, exudates, stems and leaves characters. Studies of forest vegetation may differ in their underlying objectives, but they all require taxonomic knowledge. The process of taxonomy begins with an inventory of the flora, which has been based to a large extent on reproduction-related organs, such as flowers and fruits. But, those are often difficult to observe and may not exist in the field at a given time. Unlike most such guides or keys, this book can be used anywhere in the tropics and provides, in a straightforward two or three-step process, identification to the level of families, which are now circumscribed according to molecular as well as morphological characters in the universally accepted scheme of the Angiosperm Phylogeny Group. Plant architecture is not a prerequisite theme for plant identification; however, we think that an introduction to this subject is not out of place in this book (architectural traits are taxonomically sound): it is now time for botanists working in the tropics to have an idea on how the whole organism keeps growing. Within the family accounts, there is information concerning important economic plants with notes on the larger genera and, particularly helpfully, discussion of families readily confused and how to separate them. Descriptions of the families rely on short diagnosis bolstered by many photographic pictures, lines drawings and extracts from the author’s field books, all showing features of plants as they are found in the forest.
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    Pages: XVII, 494 p. 909 illus., 850 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031059421
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05942-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-05942-1
    DDC: 580
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    The Flax Genome (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Reference genome sequence of flax -- Repeat DNA sequences in flax genomes -- Pale flax (Linum bienne): an underexplored flax wild relative -- Flax breeding -- QTL mapping: strategy, progress and prospects in flax -- Genetics of abiotic stress in flax. QTL and candidate genes for flax disease resistance -- Key stages of flax bast fiber development through the prism of transcriptomics -- Metabolomics and transcriptomics-based tools for linseed improvement.
    Abstract: The Flax Genome is a comprehensive compilation of most recent studies focused on reference genome, genetic resources and molecular diversity, breeding, QTL mapping, gene editing tools, functional genomics and metabolomics, molecular breeding via genomic selection, and genomic resources. The flax genome reference sequences and the new genome assemblies are presented. A list of flax QTL and candidate genes associated with more than 35 traits, including yield and agronomic, seed quality and fatty acid composition, fibre quality and yield, abiotic stress, and disease resistance traits, are summarized. A QTL- based genomic selection strategy and genome–editing tools are systematically introduced. In addition, huge amounts of flax genomic resources generated in the last decade are summarized. The book contains 13 chapters with about 390 pages authored by globally reputed researchers in the relevant fields to this crop The book is intended to be useful to students, teachers, and researchers interested in traditional and molecular breeding, pathology, molecular genetics and breeding, bioinformatics and computational biology, and functional genomics.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 294 p. 74 illus., 70 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031160615
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-16061-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-16061-5
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    The Citron Compendium : The Citron (Etrog) Citrus medica L.: Science and Tradition (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Judaism. ; Religion and science. ; Arts. ; Plant Science. ; Judaism. ; Religion and Sciences. ; Arts.
    Description / Table of Contents: The Biology of the Citron -- Citron Genomics -- Citron Phytochemistry -- Selected Aspects of Commercial Production in Etrog Orchards -- Preserving Etrog Quality After Harvest: Doctrine and Practice -- Citron Arthropod Pests in the Mediterranean, Their Origin and Notes On Their Biology and Management -- Diseases of the Etrog Citron and Other Citrus Trees -- The Citron ( Citrus medica L.) in China -- The Citron in Italy and Its cultivation in Calabria -- The Citron in Corsica -- The Citron in the United States -- The Citron in Mediterranean Food and Beverages -- 'Fruit of the Goodly Trees’: The Talmudic Discourse on the Etrog Citron -- From Theophrastus to the Present: The Citron in Medicine -- The Etrog Citron in Art -- The Etrog Citron in Midrashic and Kabbalistic Literature -- From ‘An Etrog’ to ‘One's Etrog’: A Literary Analysis of S.Y. Agnon’s Story -- History of the Citron in Ancient Israel and the Near East -- The Etrog Citron Trail to the North: Genoa and Trieste -- The Corfu Etrog Citron Polemic -- The Grafted Etrog Citron Controversy -- Etrog Citrons of the Land of Israel in Modern Times.
    Abstract: This comprehensive book covers the theoretical and practical aspects of citron trees and fruit. The citron (Citrus medica L.), one of the three primary species ancestral to most citrus types, is used for traditional medicine and is highly revered in the Jewish religion during the Tabernacles feast, referred to by the name 'Etrog'. This book’s three sections address biology (botany, genomics, Chinese and Mediterranean citrons, diseases, pests, and horticulture), tradition (Talmudic discourse, mysticism, medicine, literature, art, food, and beverages) and history (archaeology, trade, grafting controversies); these sections are supplemented by a glossary and pictorial album. The 22 chapters, some new and some translated and considerably expanded from the 2018 Hebrew edition, were written by world-renowned specialists from Israel, Italy, France, the U.S.A., China and Australia. The book is written in an accessible scientific style aimed at a wide range of readers. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVIII, 607 p. 228 illus., 196 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031257759
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-25775-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-25775-9
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    Plant-Based Therapeutics, Volume 1 : Cannabis sativa (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Alternative medicine. ; Pharmacology. ; Medicinal chemistry. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Complementary and Alternative Medicine. ; Pharmacology. ; Medicinal Chemistry. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 The History of Cannabis -- Chapter 2 The Bioactive Components of Plants -- Chapter 3 Chemical Constituents of Cannabis -- Chapter 4 The Bioactive Components of Cannabis -- Chapter 5 Neurological Effects of Cannabis -- Chapter 6 Psychotropic Effects of Cannabis -- Chapter 7 The Analgesic effects of Cannabis -- Chapter 8 Cannabis and Perinatal Development -- Chapter 9 Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis -- Chapter 10 Cannabis and Cancer -- Chapter 11 Cannabis and Parkinson’s disease -- Chapter 12 Cannabis and the Skin -- Chapter 13 Antiviral Activities of Cannabis -- Chapter 14 Alkaline Phosphatase Stimulation.
    Abstract: By examining historical applications of the compounds found in plants, this five-volume series serves as a reference for quality assurance, research, product development, and regulatory guidance of the compounds found in plant-based medicines. This work supports the growing consumers' interest in herbal medicine for wellness and health. Plant-Based Therapeutics, Volume 1: Cannabis sativa, the first in the series, covers a unique plant species and provides the framework to integrate its evidence-based scientific discoveries with healthcare therapies. Cannabis has been used in religious ceremonies and medical purposes for thousands of years. Cannabidiol (CBD), the main non-psychoactive component of Cannabis, was isolated in the 1940s, and its structure was established in the 1960s. In 1964 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive component, was isolated. Cannabis has more than 500 components, of which 104 cannabinoids have been identified. Two of them, THC and CBD, have been the primary components of scientific investigations. They were approved by the FDA for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in 1985; for appetite stimulation in wasting conditions, such as AIDS, in 1992, and in 2018 for treating two forms of pediatric epilepsy, Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Beyond the indications for which cannabinoids are FDA-approved, the evidence reveals that cannabinoid receptors are present throughout the body, embedded in cell membranes, and are believed to be more numerous than any other receptor system. When cannabinoid receptors are stimulated, a variety of physiologic processes ensue. Thus, other constituents of Cannabis are extremely promising either as individual compounds or their potential synergistic or entourage effects in the treatment of numerous medical conditions. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXI, 657 p. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031351556
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-35155-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-35155-6
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    Gasotransmitters Signaling in Plant Abiotic Stress : Gasotransmitters in Adaptation of Plants to Abiotic Stress (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plants. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Signalling. ; Plant Stress Responses.
    Description / Table of Contents: Gasotransmitters signaling in plants under abiotic stress: An overview -- Influence of gasotransmitters on the physiology of plants with respect to abiotic stress tolerance -- Gasotransmitters and omics for abiotic stress tolerance in plants -- Advancement in the biology of gasotransmitters: H2S, NO, and ethylene -- Hydrogen sulfide: An evolving gasotransmitter regulating salinity and drought stress response in plants -- Ethylene synthesis and redox homeostasis in plants: Recent advancement -- Nitric oxide and cellular redox homeostasis in plants -- The function of hydrogen sulfide in plant responses to salinity and drought: new insights -- Hydrogen peroxide and its role in abiotic stress tolerance in plants -- Interaction of ethylene and H2S in plant stress management.
    Abstract: This book deals with the gasotransmitters signaling in redox reactions and homeostasis for the adaptation of plants to unfavorable abiotic stress environments. There are lots of interesting chapters in this book that cover both research and educational objectives. This book serves as a reference illustrated book for all who are interested in the regulation of gasotransmitters and redox homeostasis in agriculture. Maintenance of redox homeostasis strengthens the potentiality of plants to resist abiotic stress conditions through the enhanced antioxidant system and the subsequent impact on other signaling molecules. The book presents novel outcomes and implications in plant biology concerning the study of different types of gasotransmitters signaling such as nitric oxide (NO), ethylene, hydrogen sulfide (H2S), etc. under diverse abiotic stresses in one place. The chapters of the book discuss the recent progress and current perspectives on the role of gasotransmitters relevance to plant functions and adaptations to abiotic stresses, the influence of gasotransmitters on the physiology of plants with respect to abiotic stress tolerance, gasotransmitters and omics for abiotic stress tolerance, advancement in the biology of gasotransmitters in regulating salinity and drought stress response in plants, new insights of gasotransmitters and cellular redox homeostasis in plants and the chapter also deliberate the emerging role of gasotransmitters in regulating redox homeostasis for plant stress management. This book is the first comprehensive book covering all aspects and advancements in the biology of gasotransmitters in redox homeostasis conferring different abiotic stress tolerance, from which readers from all backgrounds can get benefitted. This book will appeal to researchers, students, scientific societies, agriculturists, etc.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 221 p. 20 illus., 16 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031308581
    Series Statement: Signaling and Communication in Plants,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-30858-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-30858-1
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    The Mulberry Genome (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Background of Mulberry: Origin and Distribution, Domestication, Taxonomy, Cytology and Biodiversity -- Cultivation, Utilization and Economic benefits of mulberry in an Indian Context -- Mulberry Breeding for higher leaf Productivity -- Mulberry genome analysis: Current status, challenges, and future perspective -- Relationship between genome size and ploidy level in mulberry -- Transcriptomics: Current status and future prospects for identifying trait specific genes in mulberry -- Proteomics in mulberry -- Current status and importance of DUS testing in Mulberry -- Molecular diagnostics of soil borne and foliar diseases of mulberry: Present trends and future perspectives -- Transgenic Mulberry (Morus spp.) for Stress Tolerance: Current Status, Challenges and Future Perspectives -- Application of mulberry and mulberry silkworm by products for medical use -- Application of green synthesized nanoparticles in sustainable mulberry production: current trends and future perspectives -- Future Perspectives of Mulberry Genomic Research.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of current knowledge on mulberry (Morus L.) covering botany, cytogenetics, biodiversity, genetics and breeding, tissue culture and genetic transformation, biotic and abiotic stresses, molecular mapping, QTL identification, whole genome sequencing and elucidation on functional genomics. As mulberry is one of the most economically important trees in Asian countries, it has attracted the attention of both academicians as well as industrialists. Being highly heterozygous due to long juvenile life coupled cross pollination among species, the genetics of this important crop species is yet to be unravelled. Nonetheless, the recent success of sequencing the genomes of haploid and diploid domesticated species has ushered in an era of intense molecular and genetic research to understand this crop well for its better utilization for mankind. In this book, efforts have been made to bring together key information on origin and distribution, taxonomy, morphological features, economic importance, abiotic stress responses, disease and pest resilience, current breeding strategies and their constraints, progress and prospects of gene mapping, elucidation of genes controlling metabolic and physiological pathways, and their utilization in crop improvement which are elaborated in about 250 pages over 13 chapters authored by globally leading experts on the species presented. This book is useful to the sericulture community in the world in general and students, teachers, and scientists in the academia for forage and fruit production, genetics, breeding, pathology, entomology, physiology, molecular genetics, in vitro culture and genetic engineering, and structural and functional genomics. This book is also useful to seed and biofuel industries.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIX, 298 p. 37 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031284786
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-28478-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-28478-6
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    Nanomaterial Interactions with Plant Cellular Mechanisms and Macromolecules and Agricultural Implications (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction: Impact of Nanotechnology on Plant Cell Biology -- Part I Cellular Mechanisms -- 2. Effect of Nanomaterials on Water and Solutes Translocation in Plants -- 3. Response of Plant Photosynthesis to Nanomaterials -- 4. Impact of Nanomaterials on Chlorophyll Content in Plants -- 5. Interactions of Nanomaterials with Plant Pigments -- 6. Impact of Nanomaterials on Plant Secondary Metabolism -- 7. Toxic Effects of Nanomaterials on Plant Cellular Mechanisms -- Part II Cellular Macromolecules -- 8. Interaction of Nanoparticles with Plant Macromolecules: Carbohydrates and Lipids -- 9. Interaction of Nanomaterials with Plant Macromolecules: Nucleic Acid, Proteins and Hormones -- 10. Influence of Nanomaterials on Non-Enzymatic Antioxidant Defense Activities in Plants -- 11. 2D-Nanosheets Based Hybrid Nanomaterials Interaction with Plants -- Part III Agricultural Implications -- 12. Nanomaterial Impact on Plant Morphology, Physiology and Productivity -- 13. Role of Nanomaterials in Improving Crop Productivity -- 14. Role of Nanomaterials in Plant Cell and Tissue Culture -- 15. Role of Nanomaterials in Improving the Nutritional Value of Crops -- 16. Role of Nanomaterials in Improving Crop Tolerance to Abiotic Stress -- 17. Plant Mediation to Tolerate Cadmium Stress with Selenium and Nano-selenium -- 18. Synthesis and Applications of Cellulose Nanomaterials Derived from Agricultural Waste and Byproducts.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the recent progress of nanotechnology with emphasis on the interaction between nanoparticles and plants on the cellular level. It is devoted to understanding the pathways of nanomaterials entry into plant cell and their influence on cellular organelle processes and influence on crop yield. It consists of 16 chapters grouped in 3 parts: Part I Cellular mechanisms, Part II Cellular macromolecules, and Part III Implications of nanomaterials. Chapters present the plant response to nanomaterial applications including morphological, physiochemical, and anatomical changes and their effect on plant growth and productivity. The book discusses the mechanisms of absorbance and translocation of nanoparticles and their interaction with the plant cellular biochemical compounds and organelles. It presents the current perspective of nanomaterials influence on cellular processes which include photosynthesis, photorespiration and pigment synthesis and accumulation. In addition, it provides current understanding of the impact of nanomaterials on cellular macromolecules including carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, proteins, hormones, and antioxidant defense activities. Collectively, these processes and biochemical compounds have implications on crop yield. Chapters are written by globally recognized scientists and subjected to a rigorous review process to ensure quality presentation and scientific precision. Chapter begins with an introduction that covers similar contexts and includes a detailed discussion of the topic accompanied by high-quality color images, diagrams, and relevant details and concludes with recommendations for future study directions. Chapter "Impact of Nanomaterials on Plant Secondary Metabolism" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 507 p. 73 illus., 65 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031208782
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-20878-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-20878-2
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    Wheat Evolution and Domestication (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction -- 2. Taxonomy and Evolution of the tribe Triticeae Dumort -- 3. Genome structure of Triticeae species -- 4. B Chromosomes -- 5. Orphan genera of the subtribe Triticineae Simmonds -- 6. Secale L -- 7. Classification of the wheat group (the genera Amblyopyrum, Aegilops, and Triticum) -- 8. Amblyopyrum (Jaub. &Spach) Eig -- 9. Aegilops L -- 10. Triticum L. -- 11. Evolution of the diploid species of the sub-tribe Triticineae -- 12. Evolution of the allopolyploid species -- 13. Evolution of wheat under cultivation -- 14. Future prospects -- 15. References. .
    Abstract: This open access book covers a century of research on wheat genetics and evolution, starting with the discovery in 1918 of the accurate number of chromosomes in wheat. We re-evaluate classical studies that are pillars of the current knowledge in light of recent genomic data in the wheat group comprising 31 species from the genera Amblyopyrum, Aegilops, Triticum, and other more distant relatives. For these species, we describe morphology, ecogeographical distribution, phylogeny as well as cytogenetic and genomic features. For crops, we also address evolution under human selection, namely pre-domestication cultivation and domestication. We re-examine the genetic and archeological evidence of where, when, and how domestication occurred. Several species are polyploids, including bread wheat which is a young allohexaploid. We discuss unique aspects of genome evolution and maintenance under polyploidization. Finally, we propose some thoughts on the future prospects of wheat improvement. As such, it can be of great interest to wheat researchers and breeders as well as to plant scientists and students interested in plant genetics, evolution, domestication, and polyploidy.
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    Pages: XXIII, 673 p. 28 illus., 22 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031301759
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-30175-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-30175-9
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    Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of India Vol. 2 (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Pathology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India: A bridge from Traditions to modern wellbeing -- 2. Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum L.) - an important indian medicinal and aromatic plant: its properties, utilization and genetic improvement -- 3. Ethnomedicinal Importance of Common Weeds of the Family Asteraceae in the Tribal Belt of Rajasthan, India -- 4. Cydonia oblonga Mill. - Wound healing properties -- 5. Artemisia annua L. - A comprehensive review on pharmacological properties -- 6. Mesua ferrea L - Ethnobotany, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology -- 7. Linum usitatissimum L. - Rich store house of pharmacologically active metabolites -- 8. Gymnema sylvestre R.Br.: - Phytochemicals and Medicinal Properties -- 9. Medicinal and Aromatic plants of India used in the treatment of skin disorders -- 10. Traditional uses and properties of Indian medicinal plants in the treatment of Vitiligo -- 11. Indian MAPs with hepato-protectant potentials -- 12. Selected Medicinal Plants for Treatment of Mucormycosis, in India -- 13. Selected Indian Medicinal And Aromatic Plants For Prophylactic Therapy -- 14. Conservation Strategies Of Indian Medicinal Plants.
    Abstract: This book is the 9th volume in the series Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World. India being one of the countries with the longest and richest past/present/future of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant (MAP) production and utilization has accumulated more than sufficient knowledge to fill two volumes. This is shown by the vivid interest of Indian colleagues to contribute. Similar to the previous volumes, this one deals with the various important aspects (from botanical through phytochemical to pharmacological) of MAPs', famous or simply known of India. Scientific and technological achievements will be equally presented. In addition to the first volume, India V1, this volume is aimed to look carefully at our present knowledge of this vas interdisciplinary domain with an Indian focus. In the era of global climate change and pandemics, building on the huge Indian traditions, this book is expected to make an important contribution to the better knowledge and understanding of MAPs.
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    Pages: X, 302 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031449147
    Series Statement: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World, 9
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-44914-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-44914-7
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    Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of Turkey (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction to MAPs in Turkey -- Ethnobotany in Turkey: Retrospect and Prospect -- Natural Dye Plants in Turkey -- Phytochemical and Biological Characteristics of Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) Species from Turkey.-The genus Salvia in Turkey: Morphology, Ecology, Phytogeograpy, Endemism and Threat Categories -- Threatened Medicinal and Aromatic Plants and Conservation Studies in Turkey -- Cultivation and Breeding of MAPs in Turkey -- Traditional Uses and Cultivation of St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum L.) in Türkiye -- Turkish Oregano (Origanum spp.) – Biodiversity, Cultivation, Traditional & Commercial Uses -- Traditional Medicinal and Aromatic Trees in Turkiye: Laurel (Laurus nobilis), Sumac (Rhuscoriaria), Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) and Carob (Ceratonia siliqua) -- Turkish Soaproot (Radix gypsophylae) -- Traditional Farming of Apiaceae Species in Turkiye: Pimpinella anisum L., Foeniculum vulgare Mill., Cuminum cyminum L.) -- Traditional Uses of Turkish Asteraceae Species -- Anti-aging effect of Turkish medicinal plants on skin: Focus on recent studies.
    Abstract: This is meant to be the 10th volume of the series Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World. Similarly, to the previous volumes, the work will deal -in a monographic form- with MAPs characteristic/famous or simply known of Turkey, a large country that is connecting Europe with Asia. Turkey has extremely rich and varied topographic/ecologic conditions. As a result, the flora of Turkey abounds in an astonishingly great number of endemic MAP species. Traditional, present and possible prospective uses will be discussed. Scientific and technological achievements will be equally presented. Briefly, the volume is aimed to look carefully at our present knowledge of this vast interdisciplinary domain of medicinal and aromatic plants with a focus on Turkey. In the era of global climate change and Covid-pandemics, building on the huge Turkish traditions, the proposed volume of the series is expected to make an important contribution to the better knowledge and understanding of the MAP wealth of the World.
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    Pages: X, 327 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031433122
    Series Statement: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World, 10
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-43312-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-43312-2
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    Phytosequestration : Strategies for Mitigation of Aerial Carbon Dioxide and Aquatic Nutrient Pollution (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Environment. ; Ecology . ; Environmental protection. ; Civil engineering. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Ecology. ; Soil and Water Protection.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter. 1. Introduction to Phytosequestration - Strategies for Mitigation of Aerial Carbon Dioxide and Aquatic Nutrient Pollution -- Chapter. 2. Global Climate: Chronological Perspective -- Chapter. 3. Sources and Monitoring Tools of Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide -- Chapter. 4. Global Warming: Impacts of Temperature Escalation -- Chapter. 5. Carbon Capture and Storage -- Chapter. 6. Future Climate through the Window of Climate Models -- Chapter. 7. Societal Responses to Anthropogenic Climate Change -- Chapter. 8. Monitoring of Nutrient Pollution in Water -- Chapter. 9. Impacts of Nutrient Pollution -- Chapter. 10. Phytomediation of Nuisance Pollution.
    Abstract: Most imperative environmental concerns are Cultural eutrophication pertaining to industrialization and urbanization which lead to proliferation of weeds in aquatic environs disturbing these ecosystems. Alarming increase in CO2, CH4, CFC’s, N2O and water vapour in the atmosphere cause enhanced greenhouse effect, among all these CO2 is accountable for 55-60 % of total enhanced effect. Phyto- and Nutrient sequestration via plants helps storage of atmospheric CO2 in the vegetation to get rid of contaminants. Carbon and nutrient sequestration can be braided together for sustainable development goals. The chapters adopt the hierarchy as follows: significance of quality environs, quantification and bio-monitoring of culprit contaminants, the issues relevant to global warming and accelerated eutrophication and their ecological impacts followed by various sequestration technologies.
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    Pages: XVII, 97 p. 9 illus., 7 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031269219
    Series Statement: SpringerBriefs in Environmental Science,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-26921-9
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    Plant Mycobiome : Diversity, Interactions and Uses (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant diseases. ; Fungi. ; Mycology. ; Microbiology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Ecology . ; Plant Science. ; Plant Pathology. ; Fungi. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Mycotoxins and Their Producers: Diversity, Side Effects and Control -- Chapter 2. Seed-Borne Mycoflora and Their Management -- Chapter 3. Rhizosphere Mycobiome: Roles, Diversity, and Dynamics -- Chapter 4. Phyllosphere Mycobiome: Diversity and Function -- Chapter 5. Plant Mycobiome in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 6. Plant-Fungus Interactions in Rust Diseases -- Chapter 7. Rust Haustoria -- Chapter 8. Recent Advancement in Fungal Biocontrol Agents -- Chapter 9. New Perspectives on Fungal Siderophores -- Chapter 10. Biogenic Synthesis of Nanoparticles Mediated by Fungi -- Chapter 11. Plant Growth-Promoting Fungi for Growth Improvement and Resistance Induction -- Chapter 12. An Insight into Fungi in Forest Ecosystems -- Chapter 13. Recent Progress on Fungal Enzymes -- Chapter 14. Endophytic Fungi as Sources of Novel Natural Compounds -- Chapter 15. Symbiotic Relationships with Fungi: From Mutualism to Parasitism -- Chapter 15. Symbiotic Relationships with Fungi: From Mutualism to Parasitism -- Chapter 16. Roles and Benefits of Mycorrhiza -- Chapter 17. Mycorrhizal Networks: A Secret Interplant Communication System -- Chapter 18. Impacts of Climate Change on Plant Mycobiome. .
    Abstract: Plant mycobiome represents a diverse array of plant-associated communities of endophytic and epiphytic fungi. These communities fundamentally affect plant health, development, adaptation, and communication with the surrounding ecosystem. Furthermore, they have key roles in the establishment, diversification, productivity, and sustainability of different natural ecosystems. However, some of these communities are pathogenic for the plant itself or dangerous for the consumers, due to the production of mycotoxins. In other words, plant mycobiome represents two faces of a coin. This book aimed to explore contributions of the plant mycobiome in plant-environment interactions from different perspectives. Chapters of this book address numerous themes covering the recent advances in roles, diversity, and dynamics of these fungi as biocontrol agents, biofertilizers, growth promoters, and their secondary metabolites in the area of crop improvement for sustainability and biotechnology, as well as the plant pathogenic and toxigenic fungi. This book will be useful to postgraduate students, botanists, mycologists, ecologists, plant pathologists, and physiologists.
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    Pages: XII, 496 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031283079
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-28307-9
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    Progress in Botany Vol. 83 (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Forestry. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Biotic communities. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Forestry. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Ecosystems. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Plant Evolution and Systematics 1982–2022: Changing Questions and Methods as Seen by a Participant -- Plants in Space: Novel Physiological Challenges and Adaptation Mechanisms -- Terrestrialization: The Conquest of Dry Land by Plants -- Legacies of Human Land Use Impacts in Central European Forests -- Global Forest Biodiversity: Current State, Trends, and Threats -- An Overview on Dendrochronology and Quantitative Wood Anatomy Studies of Conifers in Southern Siberia (Russia) -- Holobionts in the Plant Kingdom -- Evolution of Holobiont-Like Systems: From Individual to Composed Ecological and Global Units -- Plant Proteolysis in Development: Insights and Functions -- Experimental Evidence for Fruit Memory and Its Applications to Post-harvest Physiology and Technology: An Overview -- Movement of Aquatic Oxygenic Photosynthetic Organisms -- An Overview of the Ability to Capture Nutritional and Water resources through the Leaves and Roots of Epiphytic Bromeliads -- Phi Thickenings: Their History, Current Status and Role(s) in Mechanically Strengthening the Plant Root.
    Abstract: With one volume each year, this series keeps scientists and advanced students informed of the latest developments and results in all areas of the plant sciences. This latest volume includes reviews on plant physiology, biochemistry, genetics and genomics, forests, and ecosystems.
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    Pages: XII, 402 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031127823
    Series Statement: Progress in Botany, 83
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-12782-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-12782-3
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    The Watermelon Genome (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Origin of watermelon -- Whole genome sequencing of watermelon and other relevant genomic resources -- Watermelon Genetic Resources and Diversity -- Watermelon genomic resources for disease resistance -- - The NLR family of disease resistance genes in cultivated watermelon and other cucurbits: opportunities and challenges -- Mapping of economic and quality related loci in watermelon -- Genetics and genomics of fruit and quality traits of watermelon -- Genetics and genomics of host resistance and develop disease tolerant cultivars of watermelon -- Molecular and Metabolic Regulation of Nutraceuticals in Watermelon -- Challenges of Traditional breeding in watermelon.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of deliberations on botany, genetic resources and diversity, classical genetics and traditional breeding, genetic transformation, and detailed enumeration on molecular maps and mapping of economic genes and QTLs, whole genome sequencing and comparative genomics in watermelon, and elucidation on functional genomics. The genomic resources for disease resistance, genomics of fruit and quality traits of watermelon, and molecular and metabolic regulation of nutraceuticals in watermelon are discussed. Mapping of quality traits, and biotic and abiotic resistance is also to be discussed. The genome draft of watermelon and application of genome editing are covered. The book contains approximately 250 pages and over 10 chapters authored by globally reputed experts on the relevant field in this crop. This book is useful to the students, teachers, and scientists in academia and relevant private companies interested in horticulture, genetics, breeding, pathology, entomology, physiology, molecular genetics and genomics, in vitro culture and genetic engineering, and structural and functional genomics. This book is also useful for seed industries. .
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    Pages: V, 172 p. 33 illus., 31 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031347160
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-34716-0
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    Melatonin: Role in Plant Signaling, Growth and Stress Tolerance : Phytomelatonin in normal and challenging environments (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plants. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plant Science. ; Plant Signalling. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Stress Responses.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- I. Melatonin as an antioxidant -- Chapter 1. Melatonin and the metabolism of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in higher plants -- II. Melatonin, biosynthesis, plant growth, development and reproduction -- Chapter 2. Melatonin in Plants: Biosynthesis, Occurrence and Role in plants -- Chapter 3. Abiotic stress-induced modulation of melatonin biosynthesis accompanying phytohormonal crosstalk in plants -- Chapter 4. Role of melatonin in embryo, seed development and germination -- Chapter 5. Melatonin metabolism in seeds: physiological and nutritive aspects -- Chapter 6. Melatonin in plant growth and signaling -- Chapter 7. Functions and prospects of melatonin during pre-fertilization reproductive stages in plants -- Chapter 8. Melatonin and fruit ripening physiology: crosstalk with ethylene, nitric oxide, hydrogen peroxide and hydrogen sulfide -- Chapter 9. Melatonin and postharvest biology of fruits and vegetables: augmenting the endogenous molecule by exogenous application -- Chapter 10. Melatonin language in postharvest life of horticultural crops -- III. Melatonin and its signaling in biotic and abiotic stress -- Chapter 11. Melatonin-mediated regulation of biotic stress responses in plants -- Chapter 12. Emerging roles of melatonin in mitigating pathogen stress -- Chapter 13. Eco-physiological and morphological adaptive mechanisms induced by melatonin and hydrogen sulfide under abiotic stresses in plants -- Chapter 14. Melatonin in plants under UV stress conditions -- Chapter 15. Molecular physiology of melatonin induced temperature stress tolerance in plants -- Chapter 16. Melatonin-mediated salt tolerance in plants -- Chapter 17. Role of phytomelatonin in promoting ion homeostasis during salt stress -- Chapter 18. Positive regulatory role of melatonin in conferring drought resistance to plants -- Chapter 19. Potential, mechanism and molecular insight of melatonin in phytoremediation.
    Abstract: The new edited volume on phytomelatonin and its diverse roles in plants under a challenging environment shall be an important reference book with updated information and future perspectives on the involvement of this biomolecule in stress resilience in plants. Investigations on different aspects of melatonin in plants have undergone a prolific surge in the last decade. In view of such a considerable volume of investigations in melatonin, the proposed new volume will collate its role in different aspects of plants signaling, growth and metabolism. In this context, it has been important to understand its function as a stress priming molecule that executes associative synergistic relation with various other plant growth regulators (viz. nitric oxide, hydrogen sulfide, inorganic ions, and enzymes). Thus, crop management under diverse stressful environments can be better achieved by elucidating our current understanding of the role of melatonin and its interplay with various plant metabolites. The book shall provide a collation of recent advancements in genomic, transcriptomic, and metabolomic approaches to decipher the molecular mechanisms of melatonin signaling and its agronomic importance in plants. .
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    Pages: IX, 386 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031401732
    Series Statement: Plant in Challenging Environments, 4
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-40173-2
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    Gasotransmitters Signaling in Plants under Challenging Environment (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 01: The Role of Gas Transmitters in Plant Hormonal Responses to Abiotic Stress -- Chapter 02: Understanding the involvement of gasotransmitters in the regulation of cellular signalling and adaptive responses against UV-B mediated oxidative stress in plants -- Chapter 03 Signaling Pathways of Gasotransmitters in Heavy Metal Stress Mitigation -- Chapter 04: Volatile signaling molecules in plants and their interplay with the redox balance under challenging environments: new insights -- Chapter 05: Alleviation of Plant Stress by Molecular Hydrogen -- Chapter 06: Understanding the role of nitric oxide and its interactive effects with phytohormones in mitigation of salinity stress -- Chapter 07 Nitric oxide – a small molecule with big impacts on plants under heavy metal stress -- Chapter 08: Nitric oxide: a key modulator of postharvest fruit and egetable physiology -- Chapter 09: Interaction of hydrogen sulfide with other phytohormones during physiological and stress conditions -- Chapter 10: Gasotransmitter hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and its role in plant development and defense responses -- Chapter 11 Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) signaling in plants responding to abiotic stresses -- Chapter 12 Hydrogen sulfide metabolism and its role in regulating salt and drought stress in plants -- Chapter 13 Functional Roles of Hydrogen Sulphide in Postharvest Physiology of Fruit and Vegetables -- Chapter 14: Carbon compounds as gasotransmitters in plants under challenging environment -- Chapter 15: Carbon monoxide (CO) and its association with other gasotransmitters in root development, growth and signaling.
    Abstract: The book "Gasotransmitters Signaling in Plants under Challenging Environment" provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on the role of gasotransmitters in plant stress responses. This edited volume delves deep into the captivating realm of gasotransmitters and their pivotal role in plant response to challenging environmental conditions. It brings together a wealth of cutting-edge research from around the world by leading experts in the field of gasotransmitter signaling in plants. Gasotransmitters, including nitric oxide, hydrogen sulfide, and carbon monoxide, have long been recognized as essential mediators of cellular signaling in animals. However, recent research has unveiled their incredible importance in orchestrating plant responses to environmental stresses. From drought and heat to pollution and pathogens, these tiny molecules serve as potent messengers, navigating plants through adversity and fostering their resilience in the face of an ever-changing world. As the world faces unprecedented environmental challenges, the knowledge presented in this book opens new avenues for sustainable agriculture and biotechnological interventions. The book provides an overview of the basic biology of gasotransmitters, including their production, metabolism, and signaling mechanisms. Further, it discusses the role of gasotransmitters in plant responses to specific abiotic stresses, such as drought, salinity, heavy metal toxicity, and high temperatures. The book also focuses on the potential applications of gasotransmitters in plant biotechnology. "Gasotransmitters Signaling in Plants under Challenging Environment" is an essential resource for researchers, students, and anyone interested in understanding the role of gasotransmitters in plant stress responses.
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    Pages: VIII, 328 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031430299
    Series Statement: Plant in Challenging Environments, 5
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-43029-9
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    Auxins, Cytokinins and Gibberellins Signaling in Plants (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: How the three organ-produced signals: auxin, cytokinin and gibberellin, induce and regulate wood formation and adaptation -- Role of plant growth regulators in the plant-environment interaction and epigenetic regulation of auxin -- The role of auxin and cytokinin signaling components in de novo shoot organogenesis -- Mechanism of crosstalk between cytokinin and gibberellin -- In vitro responses of some Mediterranean fruit crops to auxin, cytokinin and gibberellin treatments -- Integrative approach of the root architecture by interaction between auxin and nutrients -- Insights into Biosynthesis and Signaling of Cytokinins during Plant Growth, Development and Stress Tolerance -- Cytokinin signaling in plants under salt stress -- Auxin and Cytokinin Signaling in Plant Stress Response -- Gibberellins' cross talk and signal transduction in plant stress response -- Crosstalk between Salicylic acid and Auxins, Cytokinins and Gibberellins under biotic stress -- Understanding the crosstalk between chromatin remodeling mechanism and phytohormones signaling for maintenance of plant developmental plasticity: an insight -- Phytohormone-mediated regulation of sprouting in tuber and storage root crops -- Role of phytohormones in plant-microbial interaction -- Iron toxicity tolerance in rice: roles of auxins and gibberellins -- New auxin and cytokinin related compounds based on synthetic low molecular weight heterocycles.
    Abstract: Plant hormones have pivotal roles in the regulation of plant growth, development, and reproduction. Their signaling pathways are interconnected in a complex network, which provides plants with an enormous regulatory potential to rapidly adapt to their environment and to utilize their limited resources for growth and survival in a cost-efficient manner. Auxin is a hormone molecule whose activity levels are most important for its regulatory roles during plant cell, organ, and tissue development. Therefore, the precise regulation of auxin levels is an essential mechanism to fine-tune the activity of this powerful hormone during plant growth and development. Likewise, cytokinins exhibit a wide range of physiological functions, including regulation of shoot and root apical meristems, stimulation of branching, vascular development, chloroplast differentiation, stabilization of the structure and function of the photosynthetic machinery, delay of senescence, stomata opening, and elevation of the sink strength and nutritional signaling. Moreover, gibberellins also regulate many aspects of plant growth and development including seed germination, stem elongation, leaf expansion, and flower and fruit development. The broad implication of gibberellins in plant development is strictly associated with tight regulation of their metabolism by multiple environmental and endogenous factors, ranging from light and temperature to other hormones including feedback control. Understanding the significant roles of these phytohormones in plant biology, the current subject has attracted the attention of scientists from across the globe. This comprehensive volume “Auxins, Cytokinins and Gibberellins Signaling in Plants” highlights the various prospects involved in the current scenario. The book comprises the chapters from diverse areas dealing with biotechnology, molecular biology, proteomics, genomics, metabolomics, etc.
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    Pages: IX, 377 p. 63 illus., 39 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031054273
    Series Statement: Signaling and Communication in Plants,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05427-3
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    Plant Molecular Farming : Applications and New Directions (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Pharmaceutical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Proteins . ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Pharmaceutics. ; Agriculture. ; Protein Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter. 1. Molecular Farming in Plants: Introduction and Applications -- Chapter. 2. Tools and Techniques Used in Plant Molecular Farming -- Chapter. 3. Production of plant natural products in heterologous microbial species -- Chapter. 4. Sustainable Manufacturing of Vaccines, Antibodies, and other Pharmaceuticals -- Chapter. 5. Limitations, Biosafety, ethics, regulatory issues in molecular farming in plants -- Chapter. 6. Conclusion and Perspectives.
    Abstract: Molecular farming is a biotechnological approach that includes the genetic adjustment of agricultural products to create proteins and chemicals for profitable and pharmaceutical purposes. Plant molecular farming describes the manufacture of recombinant proteins and other biologically active product in plants. This approach depends on a genetic transformation of plants that can be accomplished by the methods of stable gene transfer, such as gene transfer to nuclei and chloroplasts, and unstable transfer methods like viral vectors. The requirement for recombinant proteins in terms of quality, quantity, and diversity is increasing exponentially This demand is traditionally met by recombinant protein construction technologies and the engineering of orthodox expression systems based on bacteria or mammalian cell cultures. However, majority of developing countries cannot afford the high costs of medicine derived from such existing methods. Hence, we need to produce not only the new drugs but also the cheaper versions of those already present in the market. Plant molecular farming is considered as a cost-effective technology that has grown and advanced tremendously over the past two decades. This book summarizes the advances and challenges of plant molecular farming for all those who are working on or have an interest in this rapidly emerging area of research.
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    Pages: IX, 77 p. 10 illus., 9 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031127946
    Series Statement: SpringerBriefs in Plant Science,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-12794-6
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    Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of India Vol. 1 (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agronomy. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant Science. ; Agronomy. ; Plant Pathology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. History of medicinal plants research in India -- Chapter 2. Importance of medicinal and aromatic plants in our day-to-day life -- Chapter 3. Major diseases of important medicinal and aromatic plants An Indian subcontinent perspective -- Chapter 4. Introduction to MAPs in India : Distribution , diversity and conservation and uses -- Chapter 5. Diversity of MAPs in India and its potential -- Chapter 6. Ethnomedicinal , phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of Arnebia species -- Chapter 7. Diversity of medicinal and aromatic plants with special reference to endemic plants of India -- Chapter 8. Distribution, chemical composition and ethnomedicinal appraisal of endangered medicinal plants of Kashmir Himalaya , India -- Chapter 9. Chemical diversity and ethnobotanical survey of Indian MAP species -- Chapter 10. Traditional uses of medicinal and aromatic plants among Indian tribes -- Chapter 11. Opportunities and challenges in ethnobotanical survey of Indian medicinal and aromatic plants -- Chapter 12. Breeding of MAPs in India : Achievements and prospects -- Chapter 13. Conservation of wild MAPs : Constraints achievements and prospects -- Chapter 14. Quality assurance and quality control of MAPs in India -- Chapter 15. Chromatographic analysis of medicinal plants for quality control -- Chapter 16. Expanding horizones : Role of biotechnology in MAP research, production and utilization -- Chapter 17. Role of biotechnology in MAP research, production and utilization -- Chapter 18. Integrated transcriptomics and proteomics approaches to study secondary metabolic pathways in medicinal plants: Recend trends -- Chapter 19. Demand and use of medicinal plants of India -- Chapter 20. Major diseases of medicinal and aromatic plants : An overview of constraints in production and management strategies -- Chapter 21. Role of medicinal and aromatic plants in the cosmetic industry -- Chapter 22. Harbouring the potential of medicinal and aromatic plants of India: A biotechnological approach -- Chapter 23. Quality assurance of cultivated and aromatic plants : Good agricultural and collection practices (GAP and GCP) -- Chapter 24. Breeding and Germplasm preservation of medicinal and aromatic plants of India.
    Abstract: This book is the 8th volume of the popular series ‘Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World’. Like the previous volumes, this volume is being introduced in a monographic format containing an extremely rich and diverse medicinal flora of India. Both well-known and somewhat still ignored species have been described in view of their traditional, present day and prospective uses. The scientific and technological achievements are also included aptly in this volume, together with a careful and critical consideration to our contemporary knowledge of this vast interdisciplinary domain with an Indian focus. In the era of global climate change and pandemics, building on the huge Indian traditions, this volume will make an important contribution to the better knowledge and understanding of MAPs. The Indian flora has always been recognized for its medicinal and aromatic plant values and this volume is explicitly focusing in that direction. With the rapidly expanding scope of natural nutraceuticals and herbal formulations, this book will be a fruitful acquisition for the interested readers globally.
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    Pages: XVIII, 430 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030987015
    Series Statement: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World, 8
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-98701-5
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    The Brassica juncea Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Brassica juncea: A Crop for Food and Health -- Chapter 2. Botanical Descriptions of Brassica juncea: Taxonomy, Cytology, Cytogenetics and Phylogenetic Relationships -- Chapter 3. Chemical Composition of Oil and Cake of Brassica juncea: Implications on Human and Animal Health -- Chapter 4. Genepools of Brassica -- Chapter 5. Genetic Diversity Characterization and Population Structure in Brassica juncea -- Chapter 6. Classical Genetics and Traditional Breeding in Brassica juncea -- Chapter 7. Heteroploidy in Brassica juncea: Basics and Applications -- Chapter 8. Introgression Breeding in Brassica juncea -- Chapter 9. In vitro Culture for Micropropagation, Somatic Embryogenesis, Somatic Mutation, and Somatic Hybridization in Brassica juncea -- Chapter 10. Genetic Modification of Brassica juncea: Current Scenario and Future Prospects -- Chapter 11. Molecular Linkage Mapping in Brassica juncea: Founding the basis for Marker Assisted Selection -- Chapter 12. Brassica juncea Genome Sequencing: Structural and Functional Insights -- Chapter 13. Brassica juncea Genome Assemblies – Characteristics and Utilization -- Chapter 14. Resequencing in Brassica juncea for Elucidation of Origin and Diversity -- Chapter 15. Large Scale Genome Analysis: Genome Sequences, Chromosomal Reorganization, and Repetitive DNA in Brassica juncea and Relatives -- Chapter 16. Brassica juncea L. : Chloroplast Genome -- Chapter 17. Transcriptomics Research and Resources in Brassica spp -- Chapter 18. Metabolomics of Brassica juncea -- Chapter 19. Proteomics Approach to Uncoverkey Signaling Pathways in Brassica juncea in Abiotic and Biotic stress -- Chapter 20. Genomics Approaches to Understand the Evolution of Brassica juncea -- Chapter 21. Regulatory Genes in Development and Adaptation, and Their Utilization in Trait Improvementin Brassica juncea: Challenges and Opportunities -- Chapter 22. Advanced Molecular Breeding for Yield -- Chapter 23. Advanced Breeding for Oil and Oil Cake Quality in Brassica juncea -- Chapter 24. Advances in Breeding Strategies for Improving Stress Tolerance in Brassicas -- Chapter 25. Genome Editing in Polyploid Brassica Crops.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of deliberations on elucidation and augmentation of the genome of Brassica juncea, one of the leading oilseed crops of the world, popularly called as brown mustard, Indian mustard, Chinese mustard, or Oriental mustard. It includes discussions on genepools; genetic diversity and its characterization; classical genetic and traditional breeding; basics and application of heteroploidy; techniques and applications of introgressive hybridization; in vitro culture for micro-propagation, somatic mutation, somatic embryogenesis, and somatic hybridization; genetic engineering including genetic transformation and gene silencing; and molecular genetic mapping and mapping of genes and comprehensive delineations on genome sequencing and comparative genomics; resequencing for elucidation of origin and diversity; large-scale genome analysis; plastid genome sequence; transcriptomics; metabolomics; proteomics; evolutionary genomics; role of regulatory genes in development and adaptation and their utilization in trait improvement; precise breeding for yield, quality, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses; and prospects of genome editing.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030915070
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-91507-0
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    Pharmacovigilance for Herbal and Traditional Medicines : Advances, Challenges and International Perspectives (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Alternative medicine. ; Pharmacovigilance. ; Plant Science. ; Complementary and Alternative Medicine. ; Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance.
    Description / Table of Contents: Adverse effects of herbal medicines -- Interactions between herbal and conventional medicines -- Molecular basis of herbal adverse drug reactions (ADRs) -- Detecting and assessing signals of herbal safety concerns -- Spontaneous reporting of suspected herbal ADRs: national and global perspectives -- Herbal-sector: initiated schemes for reporting herbal ADRs -- Industry and regulatory perspectives on herbal ADRs and ADR reporting -- Applying pharmacoepidemiological methods to investigating safety of herbal medicines -- Impact of traditional herbal medicinal products directive on pharmacovigilance of herbal medicines -- Communication of herbal safety concerns -- Risk management strategies for herbal medicines -- Pharmacogenomics and herbal medicines -- Nomenclature and quality of herbal medicines. .
    Abstract: This remarkable new book is the first text dedicated to the topic of pharmacovigilance for herbal and traditional medicines. Taking a truly global perspective, this volume draws together contributions from a diverse group of experts, writing on current knowledge and practices in pharmacovigilance for herbal and traditional medicines, and on advances and innovation in monitoring the safety of this unique and complex category of products and preparations. In part one, the book discusses the current status of pharmacovigilance for herbal and traditional medicines, including the importance of natural products chemistry to harms, and its relevance in considering how pharmacovigilance for these products could be undertaken. Several other chapters discuss methodological approaches and ongoing challenges in pharmacovigilance for herbal and traditional medicines, including issues relating to nomenclature, coding and classification, and the nuances involved in causality assessment. Part two of the book focusses on pharmacovigilance for herbal and traditional medicines around the world, with chapters from authors in several different countries representing diverse historical, ethnic, cultural, social and political contexts. These chapters provide deeper insights and perspectives into spontaneous reporting for herbal and traditional medicines in those countries, and in the context of the local use, practice and regulatory landscape for these products. Part two also provides an overview and new analysis of international case safety reports for herbal medicines held in VigiBase (the World Health Organization's global database of individual case safety reports, maintained by the Uppsala Monitoring Centre). This book is aimed at pharmacists, doctors, nurses and other health professionals, herbal-medicine practitioners and organisations, herbal medicine and pharmaceutical industry personnel, pharmacovigilance specialists, medicines’ regulators, health and social science researchers and academics, pharmacovigilance and health professional students, and students of herbal and traditional medicine, throughout the world. It is an extremely valuable resource for all individuals whose work touches the intersection between herbal medicines and pharmacovigilance, and it provides both an introduction to the topic and a deeper, comprehensive, contemporary account of the topic.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031072758
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-07275-8
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    Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Oilseed Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomic Designing For Abiotic Stress Tolerant Soybean -- Designing the Rapeseed Genome for Abiotic Stress Tolerance -- Sunflower and Abiotic Stress: Genetics and Breeding for Resistance in the Post-Omics Era -- Integration of Genomics Approaches in Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.): An overview -- Drought Tolerance in Rape and Mustard: Conventional and Molecular Approaches -- Genomic Designing For Sesame Resistance To Abiotic Stresses -- Abiotic Stresses in Castor Plant -- Designing Genomic Solutions to Enhance Abiotic Stress Resistance in Flax.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants to the abiotic stresses caused by heat, cold, drought, flooding, submergence, salinity, acidity, etc., important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in oilseed crops is imperative for addressing FHNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has provided precise information regarding the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to abiotic stresses. The eight chapters each dedicated to a oilseed crop in this volume elucidate on different types of abiotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with the crop; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to abiotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing abiotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating abiotic stress-resistant crops. .
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    Pages: XXIII, 283 p. 18 illus., 16 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030900441
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-90044-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-90044-1
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    Aspects of Brazilian Floristic Diversity : From Botany to Traditional Communities (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant ecology. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Plant Science. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant Ecology. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Flowering phenology in a restinga community: seven years of study -- Dioecy: the dimorphic sexual system and pollination in restinga vegetation -- Male and female sterility in flowering plants -- Broad-scale variation of phytoplankton richness in Brazilian inland waters -- The Importance of Palynology to Taxonomy -- Ecological Palynology -- Scientific Exploration Commission (1859-1861): Freire Allemão and the invisible network of collaborators -- The former Imperial Plant Nursery of Quinta da Boa Vista -- Medicinal plants used in Quilombola communities in Piranga, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil -- From mulungu to mamulengo”: The sharing of knowledge among teachers, academic researchers and mamulengueiros (traditional puppeteers) in a participatory workshop -- Biocultural heritage through museological narrative as a way of return on research in historical ethnobotany -- Conclusion of the reflections on Aspects of Brazilian Floristic Diversity: From Botany to Traditional Communities.
    Abstract: Aspects of Brazilian Floristic Diversity: From Botany to Traditional Communities offers a unique approach in floristic diversity of the Neotropical region, specifically encompassing the Brazilian flora. This volume combines both theoretical and applied aspects of scientific making knowledge in different perspectives of Botanical Science. In this volume, botanical specialists discuss the many different approaches of taxonomic, reproductive, ecological and ethnobotanical aspects of Brazilian floristic diversity, thereby enlightening the global interest in Neotropical species, in particular those from the Brazilian territory. The book addresses relevant questions from many points of view, including anatomy, reproduction, palinology, conservation and ethnobotany, creating an in-depth perception of the flora in its complexity constitution. The book provides a comprehensive outlook on Botany Sciences, considering the history and traditional knowledge of plants, and relating it to contemporary problems and concerns of flora conservation today. With this current perspective, this book reaches a vast audience from the research lines of Botany, and encompasses a broader and interdisciplinary understanding of Aspects of Brazilian Floristic Diversity.
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    Pages: XXIV, 268 p. 49 illus., 42 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031074530
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-07453-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-07453-0
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    Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Vegetable Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Tomato -- Potato -- Capsicums -- Eggplant -- Vegetable Brassica -- Cucurbits -- Allums -- Amaranth.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants to the abiotic stresses caused by heat, cold, drought, flooding, submergence, salinity, acidity, etc., important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in vegetable crops is imperative for addressing FHNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has provided precise information regarding the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to abiotic stresses. The nine chapters each dedicated to a vegetable crop or crop group in this volume elucidate on different types of abiotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with the crop; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to abiotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing abiotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating abiotic stress-resistant crops.
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    Pages: XXIII, 324 p. 16 illus., 13 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031039645
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-03964-5
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    Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Fruit Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomics of Abiotic Stress Resistance in Malus domestica -- Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Banana -- Genetic Improvement of Citrus Limon (L. Burm f.) for Resistance to Mal Secco Disease -- Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Grapevine -- Wild and Related Species as a Breeding Source for Abiotic Stress Resistance of Peach Cultivars and Rootstocks -- Genomic Designing of new Almond-Peach Rootstock-variety Combinations Resistance to Plum pox virus -- Genomic Designing of New Plum Pox Virus Resistant Plumcot -- Integrated Genomic Designing and Insights for Disease Resistance and Crop Protection against Pathogens in Cherry -- Development of Abiotic Stress Tolerant Berries.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants to the abiotic stresses caused by heat, cold, drought, flooding, submergence, salinity, acidity, etc., important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in fruit crops is imperative for addressing FHNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing in many of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has provided precise information regarding the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to abiotic stresses. The seven chapters each dedicated to a fruit crop and a fruit crop group in this volume elucidate different types of abiotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with the crops; enumerate the available genetic diversity with regard to abiotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing abiotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate different genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating abiotic stress-resistant crops. .
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    Pages: XXII, 249 p. 16 illus., 15 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031098758
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-09875-8
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    Underutilised Crop Genomes (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. The Broomcorn Millet Genome -- Chapter 2. Buckwheat Genome and Genomics -- Chapter 3. Tef [Eragrostistis tef (Zucc.) Trotter] -- Chapter 4. The Apricot Genome -- Chapter 5. Chinese Jujube: Crop Background and Genome Sequencing -- Chapter 6. The Longan (Dimocarpus longan) Genome -- Chapter 7. The Mangosteen Genome -- Chapter 8. The Passion Fruit Genome -- Chapter 9. The Soursop Genome (Annona muricata L., Annonaceae) -- Chapter 10. Underutilised Fruit Tree Genomes from Indonesia -- Chapter 11. The Bambara Groundnut Genome: From the Crop to the Genome -- Chapter 12. Grasspea -- Chapter 13. The Lablab Genome -- Chapter 14. The Perennial Horse Gram (Macrotyloma axillare) Genome, Phylogeny, and Selection Across the Fabaceae -- Chapter 15. Breeding and Genomics of Pigeonpea in the Post-NGS Era -- Chapter 16. Rice Bean -- Chapter 17. The Winged Bean Genome: One Species Supermarket -- Chapter 18. Castor Bean: Recent Progress in Understanding the Genome of this Underutilized Crop -- Chapter 19. Genome Resources for Ensete Ventricosum (enset) and Related Species -- Chapter 20. Yam Genomics -- Chapter 21. The African Eggplant -- Chapter 22. Sequencing of the Bottle Gourd Genomes Enhances Understanding of the Ancient Orphan Crop -- Chapter 23. Advances and Prospects in Genomic and Functional Studies of the Aquatic Crop, Sacred Lotus -- Chapter 24. Utilising Public Resources for Fundamental Work in Underutilised and Orphan Crops.
    Abstract: This book highlights the uses for underutilized crops, presenting the state-of-the-art in terms of genome sequencing for over 30 crops, previously understudied and under-researched. In a changing climate and with significant pressure on the land, it is the ideal time to be discussing novel crops, with significant biotic and abiotic tolerances and/or rich nutrient profiles for consumers. Previously, the only species with sequenced genomes were high-profile internationally recognized crops, but in the current era genomes are being sequenced for dozens of crops, including those previously classified as underutilized, now being investigated. This book covers food crops, from fruits to tubers, and from grasses to legumes, as well as crops with non-food applications. Some of these crops have draft genomes, and others have polished genomes with extensive resequencing panels. Each chapter tells the story of an individual crop or crop group, written by experts, focusing on the genome data available, revealing more about crop domestication and genetic variation, and the current and future prospects given that this data is now becoming available. It also highlights how even small sequencing projects can provide draft genome sequences suitable for gene discovery, comparative genomics, and identification of molecular markers for understanding these crops further.
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    Pages: XXIV, 450 p. 125 illus., 105 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031008481
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-00848-1
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    The Seabuckthorn Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Biosystematics and Botanical Descriptions of Seabuckthorn (Hippophae Sp.) in India -- Genetic Diversity, Evolution and Biogeography of Seabuckthorn -- Current Status of Chromosome-based Gender Determination in Seabuckthorn -- Analytical Techniques for the Biochemical Profiling in Seabuckthorn -- Effect of Processing and Storage on Seabuckthorn Products -- Metabolomic Diversity of Seabuckthorn Collections from Different Geographical Regions -- Deciphering the Proteomes and Nanotechnological Potential of an Unexplored Plant Seabuckthorn -- Biotechnological Approaches for Seabuckthorn Improvement -- Repertoire of Molecular Markers and their Applications in Seabuckthorn -- Barcoding-based Identification of Hippophae species -- Transcriptome Sequencing and Analysis of Seabuckthorn (Hippophae Sp.) -- Mining of Microsatellites and Transcription Factors in Seabuckthorn (Hippophae Sp.) Transcriptomes -- Frankia – The Endo-micro-symbiont of Hippophae Sp -- Medicinal and Nutraceutical Properties of Seabuckthorn -- Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of the Anti-oxidative Activity of Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) -- Knowing More About Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides)- A Promising Source of Safe and Effective Medical Radiation Countermeasure -- Methods in Seabuckthorn Breeding -- Global Distribution of Seabuckthorn (Hippophae Sp.) Resources and their Utilization .
    Abstract: This work is the first compilation of comprehensive deliberations on botany, cytogenetics and sex determination, genetic resources and diversity, classical breeding, molecular markers and genome sequence resources, and application of omics technology including transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics resources in the multipurpose medicinal plant seabuckthorn. The book also presents a detailed narrative on antioxidative, radioprotective nutraceutical, and medicinal applications of seabuckthorn products. A detailed treatment has been included on analytical techniques and processing technologies. Altogether, the book contains about 300 pages over 17 chapters contributed by globally reputed experts on the relevant field in this important plant species. This book will be useful to the research students, teachers, and scientists in the academia and private sector engaged in horticulture, genetics, breeding, molecular biology, biotechnology, and breeding. The book will also be a useful source for workers involved in the development of plant-based medicines, nutraceuticals, therapeutics, and cosmeceuticals and extension workers involved in the development of rural farmers and small-scale industries.
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    Pages: XXIX, 368 p. 74 illus., 63 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031112768
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-11276-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-11276-8
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    Grape Rootstocks and Related Species (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Grape Species -- Grape Rootstocks Breeding -- Grape Scion And Rootstock -- Biotic Stresses And Rootstock Selection -- Abiotic Stresses And Rootstock Selection -- Rootstocks And Vineyard Design Considerations -- Function Of Grape Rootstock -- Choosing Grape Rootstock -- Nursery Stock Certification And Testing Programs -- Commercial Grape Rootstocks Selections. .
    Abstract: This book covers about 20 grape species that are vitally important in breeding programs and provide information on approximately 150 of the most familiar grape rootstocks in the world. Today, grape rootstocks play a fundamental role in resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses and adaptation of grapevine to different environmental conditions, a factor that has opened commercial grape growing up to regions that might otherwise be overlooked. Grape rootstocks can be used for adaptation to a variety of soil conditions, including soil texture, depth, nutrient availability, pH, salinity, lime content, water availability (drought), and water drainage. Rootstocks can also be used to shift scion cultivar; the timing of various key phenological events and indirectly affects vineyard design. There are around 1500 grape rootstocks developed in the world, of which around 50 are commonly used as commercial rootstock. North American species account for around 30 species, and two-third of them have already been used for rootstock breeding at one time or another. However, the most commonly available rootstocks are derived from just three American species (V. berlandieri, V. rupestris, and V. riparia). Therefore, the most common grape rootstocks have a narrow genetic base, and efforts to extend the gene pools for breeding programs by using the other species are of ongoing importance to the industry and scientific community. .
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    Pages: XVIII, 201 p. 32 illus., 17 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030994075
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-99407-5
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    Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Pulse Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Designing Commonbean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.)For Abiotic Stress Tolerance -- A Scintillating Journey Of Genomics In Simplifying Complex Traits And Development Of Abiotic Stress Resilient Chickpeas -- Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Pea (Pisum sativum L.) -- Advanced Breeding Strategies For Abiotic Stress Tolerance In Cowpea -- Breeding For Abiotic Stress Tolerance In Lentil In Genomic Era -- Genomic Design For Abiotic Stress Resistance In Pigeonpea -- Genetic and Genomic Research for Abiotic stresses in faba bean -- Genomic Designing For Abiotic Stress Tolerance In Mungbean And Urdbean -- Genomic Designing Towards Development of Abiotic Stress Tolerant Grass Pea for Food and Nutritional Security.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants to the abiotic stresses caused by heat, cold, drought, flooding, submergence, salinity, acidity, etc., important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in pulse crops is imperative for addressing FHNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has provided precise information regarding the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to abiotic stresses. The nine chapters each dedicated to a pulse crop in this volume elucidate on different types of abiotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with the crop; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to abiotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing abiotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating abiotic stress-resistant crops. .
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    Pages: XXV, 381 p. 31 illus., 27 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030910396
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-91039-6
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    The Finger Millet Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. History, Botanical and Taxonomic Description, Domestication and Spread -- Chapter 2. Economic, Nutritional and Health Importance -- Chapter 3. Genetic and Genomic Resources for Crop Improvement in Finger Millet -- Chapter 4. Paradigm Shift from Genetics to Genomics: Characterization of Diversity and Prospects of Molecular Markers -- Chapter 5. Molecular Mapping in Finger Millet -- Chapter 6. The Complete Genome Sequence of Finger Millet -- Chapter 7. Comparative Genomics in Finger Millet -- Chapter 8. Finger Millet Transcriptome Analysis Using High Throughput Sequencing Technologies -- Chapter 9. Seed Biology and Packaging of Finger Millet Using Omics Approaches for Nutritional Security -- Chapter 10. A Nutritional Crop Factory of Quality Seed Storage Proteins for Combating Malnutrition -- Chapter 11. Finger Millet Genome Analysis and Nutrient Transport -- Chapter 12. Finger Millet as Input Use Efficient and Organic By Default Crop -- Chapter 13. Molecular Basis of Biotic and Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Finger Millet -- Chapter 14. Genetic Transformation for Crop Improvement and Biofortification -- Chapter 15. Novel Prospective On Suppression of Ageing By The Consumption of Finger Millet -- Chapter 16. Finger Millet Holistic Value Chain Approach.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of deliberations on domestication, genetic and genomic resources, breeding, genetic diversity, molecular maps & mapping of important biotic stress as well as nutritional quality traits, genome sequencing, comparative genomics, functional genomics and genetic transformation. The economic, nutritional and health benefits especially antioxidants mediated antiaging effects of finger millet are also discussed. It also presents the input use efficiency, wide adaptation, post-harvest processing and value addition of the crop. Altogether, the book contains about 300 pages over 16 chapters authored by globally reputed experts on the relevant field in this crop. This book is useful to the students, teachers and scientists in the academia and relevant private companies interested in genetics, pathology, molecular genetics and breeding, genetic engineering, structural and functional genomics and nutritional quality aspects of the crop. This book is also useful to seed and pharmaceutical industries.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031008689
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-00868-9
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    Bacilli in Agrobiotechnology : Plant Stress Tolerance, Bioremediation, and Bioprospecting (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Bioinformatics. ; Microbial ecology. ; Physical geography. ; Plant Science. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Bioinformatics. ; Microbial Ecology. ; Earth System Sciences.
    Abstract: The third volume of the series ‘Bacilli and Agrobiotechnology’ is comprised of 25 chapters that bring a unique perspective to the readers about Bacillus-mediated biotic and abiotic plant stress tolerance, bioremediation and bioprospecting. These chapters are prepared by the leading scientists of global repute. The negative impacts of agrochemicals such as chemical fertilizers and pesticides on human health and environment are paramount. Bacillus and allied genera of beneficial plant-associated microbes are presenting beacon of hope to the farmers, plant scientists and stewards of environment. Several chapters of this volume focus on the induction of various signaling pathways in plants by Bacillus spp. to alleviate biotic and abiotic stresses impacted by global climate change Agricultural lands contaminated with heavy metals affect the ecological food chain starting from crop cultivation. How the toxic effects of trace metals originating from industrial effluents and agrochemicals can be remediated? This book addresses how to overcome these issues by applying elite strains of Bacillus. Bioprospecting is a systematic and organized search for conversion of bioresources to industrially important products by utilizing microbe-derived metabolites. This volume is enriched by including the bioprospecting aspects mediated by Bacillus spp. with novel insights.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030854652
    Series Statement: Bacilli in Climate Resilient Agriculture and Bioprospecting,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-85465-2
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    The Medicago truncatula Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. The Model Legume, Medicago truncatula in the Genomic Era: Speeding Up Discoveries in Legume Biology -- Chapter 2. Genome-Wide Association Studies in Medicago truncatula -- Chapter 3. Tnt1 Insertional Mutagenesis In Medicago truncatula for Gene Function Analysis -- Chapter 4. Fast Neutron Bombardment (FNB)-Induced Mutant Resources in Medicago truncatula -- Chapter 5. Medicago Truncatula as s Model to Decipher Powdery Mildew Resistance in Legumes -- Chapter 6. Transcriptional Networks in Medicago truncatula: Genomic and Functional Overview During Root Nodule Symbiosis -- Chapter 7. Understanding of Root Nodule Development at Level of Systems Biology as Obtained by High Throughput Transcriptomic Approach -- Chapter 8. Whole Genome Sequencing Identifies a Medicago truncatula Tnt1 Insertion Mutant in the VIT8 Gene that is Essential for Symbiotic Nitrogen Fixation -- Chapter 9. Regulation of Leaf Blade Outgrowth: In Medicago truncatula -- Chapter 10. Function of Medicago truncatula WOX Genes and their Diversity -- Chapter 11. Early Stages of Seed Development In Medicago truncatula: Lessons from Genomic Studies -- Chapter 12. Seed Maturation Events in Medicago truncatula: Focus on Desiccation Tolerance -- Chapter 13. Functional Genomic and Genetic Studies of Organ Size Control in Medicago truncatula: An Overview.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the discoveries in M. truncatula genomic research which has been undertaken in the last two decades. Legumes are important for their economic values as food, feed, and fodder and also serve as the pillar of sustainable agriculture because of its biological nitrogen fixation capacity. Medicago truncatula was established as a model legume in the 1990s and has been well adopted as a model internationally since then. M. truncatula is an autogamous, diploid (2n = 16) species with a short generation time, and relatively small genome size (~375 Mbp). The M. truncatula genome was initially sequenced by the International Medicago Genome Annotation Group (IMGAG) in 2011 and has been well-annotated. M. truncatula research benefits from the availability of several genetic and genomic tools, such as gene expression atlas (MtGEA), insertion and neutron bombardment mutant populations, and a HapMap panel containing 384 sequenced inbred lines for genome-wide association studies. This book covers the current status and latest advancements of the M. truncatula genomics and transcriptomics resources along with a glimpse of newly developed tools that makes M. truncatula a front runner model in functional genomic studies.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030907570
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-90757-0
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    Plant and Algae Biomass : Feasible Sources for Biofuel Production (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Environment. ; Biotechnology. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Cogeneration of electric power and heat. ; Fossil fuels. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Biotechnology. ; Renewable Energy. ; Fossil Fuel.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction: values of pollution free atmosphere -- Plant and Algae Classes Recognition, Biomass Production and Potential Source of Biofuel -- Plant and Algae Metabolites Alternative and Clean Source of Energy -- Mechanism and methods of extraction of biofuels -- Metabolic routes to biofuels extraction -- Optimizations on steps involved on biofuel obtainment and their validation -- Economic consideration on biofuel and energy security -- Technical challenges of biofuel obtainment -- Conclusion and Future Perspectives.
    Abstract: This volume discusses how plant and algae organisms play a pivotal role in the transformation of solar energy to essential metabolites, and explores the numerous beneficial roles these metabolites have at an industrial level. It presents information on the utilization of plant and algae for biomass production, and shows how this is a practical option for large scale biofuel production. The book examines how these bio-metabolites can then be used to extract biofuel. Biomass produced from plants and algae can act as the source of feedstock for biofuel production and industrially important compounds. This book also explores that by curtailing culturing cost using wastewater, seawater, and industrial water as a nutrient and water source, biomass becomes an economical energy source. The introductory chapters of the book focus on the appreciative values of a pollution-free atmosphere, with special reference to enhanced greenhouse effect, and then are followed by chapters on the potential of plant and algae as a liquid energy resource. This book targets researchers, graduate students, and energy and fuel industry professionals interested in the plant sciences, biotechnology and renewable energy. .
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    Pages: XV, 164 p. 21 illus., 20 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030940744
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-94074-4
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    Handbook of Techniques in Plant Histopathology (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Biology Technique. ; Cytology. ; Imaging systems in biology. ; Plant Science. ; Biological Techniques. ; Cell Biology. ; Biological Imaging.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 - Introduction to Plant Histopathology -- Chapter 2 - Sample Preparation for light and Electron microscopy -- Chapter 3 - Plant Histopathology techniques -- Chapter 4 - Fungal detection Chapter 5 - Bacteria detection -- Chapter 6 - Virus detection.
    Abstract: This handbook presents a compilation of plant histopathology laboratory practices and microscopy techniques for study plant tissues under biotic stress. It will serve as an easy-to-reference material for professors, undergraduate and graduate students and researchers from different areas who work with the interaction between plants and pathogens, whether they are fungi, viruses or bacteria. Besides, it will also help unveil the structural, ultrastructural and histochemical changes induced by plants when challenged by plant pathogens.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031146596
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-14659-6
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    Plant Stress: Challenges and Management in the New Decade (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Bioclimatology. ; Environment. ; Plant Science. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I Understanding and management of abiotic and biotic stress in plants -- 1. Plant responses under abiotic stress and mitigation options towards agricultural sustainability -- 2. Plant viruses: Factors involved in emergence and recent advances in their management -- 3. Crop plants under metal stress and its remediation -- 4. Exploiting host resistance in management of vascular wilt in major pulses of India -- 5. Atmospheric nitric oxide (NO) regulates ozone (O3)-induced stress in plants: Ally or Foe? -- 6. Brassinosteroids: A wonder growth regulator to alleviate abiotic stresses in plants -- 7. Structural and functional role of plant dehydrins in enhancing stress tolerance -- 8. Adaptation of microalgae to temperature and light stress -- 9. Halopriming: Sustainable approach for abiotic stress management in crops -- 10. Naturally growing native plants of wastelands: Their stress management strategies and prospects in changing climate -- 11. Vulnerability and resilience of sorghum to changing climatic conditions: Lessons from the past and hope for the future -- 12. Recent updates in plant disease management -- 13. Heat stress in wheat: Impact and management strategies towards climate resilience -- Part II Potential of microbes in plant stress management -- 14. Plant-microbe interactions in combating abiotic stresses -- 15. Cadmium stress management in plants: Prospects of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria -- 16. Harnessing the power of microbes to overcome heavy metal stress in crop plant -- 17. Halotolerant plant growth promoting rhizobacteria: A futuristic direction to salt stress tolerance -- 18. Outside the cell surface: Encoding the role of Exopolysaccharide producing rhizobacteria to boost the drought tolerance in plants -- 19. Potential of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria for enhancement of plant growth and its role in improving soil health under abiotic stress -- 20. Soil application of plant growth promoting fungi for sustainable agriculture in the new decade -- 21. Deep insights into the role of endophytic fungi in abiotic stress tolerance in plants -- 22. Post-green revolution degradation of agricultural land in India: Role of mycorrhizae in the sustainability of agriculture and ecosystems -- Part III Strategies and technological advances for crop improvement -- 23. Integrated OMICS approaches to ameliorate the abiotic stress in Brassica napus -- 24. Proteomics – A powerful tool for understanding saline stress response in germinating seed -- 25. Role of secondary metabolites and prospects of engineering secondary metabolite production for crop improvement -- 26. Interventions of nanotechnology for the growth and stress tolerance in crop plants -- 27. Remote Sensing Technology: A new dimension in the detection, quantification and tracking of abiotic and biotic stresses.
    Abstract: This book presents an inclusive approach to deal with plant stresses in light of recent technological advances. As we have entered into a new decade, researchers and scientists should review and evaluate the recent findings in the field of plant stress management and visualize what we need to focus upon in the near future to increase crop yield. Above all, global climate changes present the greatest challenges of all time for plant scientists. In this context, the book highlights the recent findings and future perspectives in crop improvement to the faculties, scientists, research scholars, and postgraduate students. Major features of the book include an inclusive approach in understanding the mechanism of stress tolerance; recent advances and innovations in the field of allied disciplines like microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, plant breeding, nanobiotechnology, etc., for improving plant stress tolerance; and illustrative sketches to convey the mechanism and strategies of stress alleviation.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030953652
    Series Statement: Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation, IEREK Interdisciplinary Series for Sustainable Development,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-95365-2
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    Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Technical Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Cassava -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Cocoa -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Coconut -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Coffee -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Cotton -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Ornamental Crops -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Jute -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Mulberry -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Sugarcane -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Tobacco -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Yam.
    Abstract: Biotic stresses cause yield loss of 31-42% in crops in addition to 6-20% during post-harvest stage. Understanding interaction of crop plants to the biotic stresses caused by insects, bacteria, fungi, viruses, and oomycetes, etc. is important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in technical crops is imperative for addressing FHEE (food, health, energy and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing have facilitated precise information about the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to biotic stresses. The 15 chapters dedicated to 13 technical crops and 2 technical crop groups in this volume will deliberate on different types of biotic stress agents and their effects on and interaction with crop plants; will enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to biotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; will brief on the classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; will enunciate the success stories of genetic engineering for developing biotic stress resistant varieties; will discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying biotic stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; will enunciate on different emerging genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery and gene pyramiding for developing resistant crop varieties with higher quantity and quality; and will also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating disease and insect resistant crops. .
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    Pages: XXIX, 616 p. 43 illus., 36 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031092930
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-09293-0
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    Atlas of Rangeland Plants in Hulun Buir (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant anatomy. ; Plant ecology. ; Biodiversity. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Plant Science. ; Plant Anatomy and Morphology. ; Plant Ecology. ; Biodiversity. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Hulun Buir Steppe floristic features and vegetation classification -- Chapter 2. The atlas of main communities on the Hulun Buir Steppe -- Chapter 3. The atlas of main rangeland plants on the Hulun Buir Steppe.
    Abstract: This book includes description of main morphological characteristics of 435 species (including varieties and subspecies) belonging to 57 families and 233 genera of endemic and endangered plants of Hulun Buir Rangeland in China. A brief description of the morphological characteristics of each plant, flowering period, zoning, habitat, and the usage habits of most plants, together with 1 to 4 photographs taken in the field are provided. This work is designed not only for researchers working in rangeland science, ecological restoration and protection but also for professionals working in rangeland and related fields. The work is a result of many years of rangeland plant collection and specimens identification.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031072772
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-07277-2
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    The Persimmon Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. History and Current Status of Worldwide Production -- Chapter 2. Origin, Evolution, Taxonomy, and Germplasm -- Chapter 3. Scion Cultivar Breeding -- Chapter 4. Rootstock Breeding and Propagation -- Chapter 5. D. lotus Genome -- Chapter 6. D. oleifera Genome -- Chapter 7. Chloroplast Genome of Diospyros Species -- Chapter 8. Sexual System and Its Evolution -- Chapter 9. Sex Expression in Chinese Persimmons -- Chapter 10. Chinese PCNA -- Chapter 11. Japanese PCNA -- Chapter 12. Fruit Size Control -- Chapter 13. Transcriptomics During Artificial Deastringency Treatment.
    Abstract: This book will expound the latest information on the current state of persimmon genomics and transcriptomics, with a particular focus on the latest findings and analysis in relation to the most important agronomic traits. The genus Diospyros contains about 400 species distributed all continents of the globe. Most of Diospyros species are distributed in the tropical and subtropical regions, while cultivated persimmon or simply kaki (Diospyros kaki) originates in East Asia and has been grown in China, Japan and Korea for many years. World production of persimmon has been increasing continuously since 1990s, with China being the most producer. Outside Asia, kaki production has been rapidly increasing in Spain in recent years. Because kaki is mostly hexaploid (2n = 6x =90) and its genome size is quite large with the flow cytometric analysis estimation of about 900 Mb, genetic and molecular studies in persimmon are quite complicated. Diploid close relatives of kaki, D. lotus and D. oleifera have been recently used as model species of kaki. Utilizing these species, molecular basis of several economically molecular basis of important traits such as sexuality and astringency has been studied, giving important information for kaki breeding.
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    Pages: XVII, 176 p. 91 illus., 71 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031055843
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05584-3
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    Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Vegetable Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Tomato -- Potato -- Capsicums -- Eggplant -- Vegetable Brassicas -- Cucurbits -- Allium -- Amaranth -- Carrot.
    Abstract: Biotic stresses cause yield loss of 31-42% in crops in addition to 6-20% during post-harvest stage. Understanding interaction of crop plants to the biotic stresses caused by insects, bacteria, fungi, viruses, and oomycetes, etc. is important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomics-assisted breeding and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in vegetable crops is imperative for addressing FPNEE (food, health, nutrition. energy and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing have facilitated precise information about the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to biotic stresses. The nine chapters each dedicated to a vegetable crop or crop-group in this volume will deliberate on different types of biotic stress agents and their effects on and interaction with crop plants; will enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to biotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; will brief on the classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; will enunciate the success stories of genetic engineering for developing biotic stress resistant varieties; will discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying biotic stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; will enunciate on different emerging genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery and gene pyramiding for developing resistant crop varieties with higher quantity and better quality; and will also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating disease and insect resistant crops.
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    Pages: XXIII, 379 p. 19 illus., 17 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030977856
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-97785-6
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    Systematics, Evolution, and Ecology of Melastomataceae (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant ecology. ; Plants Reproduction. ; Plants Evolution. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Plant Science. ; Plant Ecology. ; Plant Reproduction. ; Plant Evolution. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Melastomataceae diversity and distribution -- 2. History of Classification of the Melastomataceae -- 3. General morphology and terminology -- 4. Historical biogeography of Melastomataceae -- 5. An overview of Melastomataceae classification and phylogenetics -- 6. Revisiting character evolution in the Myrtales and its bearing on classification: Should the circumscription of Melastomataceae include the “memecyloids”? -- 7. Systematics of Kibessieae -- 8. Systematics of Astronieae -- 9. Phylogeny and systematics of Henrietteeae -- 10. The tribe Miconieae: many genera or one genus? -- 11. Systematics and taxonomy of the Merianieae -- 12. Systematics of Bertolonieae and Trioleneae -- 13. Systematics of Blakeeae -- 14. The tribe Cyphostyleae; exceptions that prove the rules -- 15. Systematics of Sonerileae and Dissocheteae: creating order out of chaos -- 16. Systematics of Cambessedesieae -- 17. Systematics of Rhexieae -- 18. Systematics of Microlicieae -- 19. Systematic studies in the Neotropical tribe Marcetieae -- 20. Melastomateae: a review on the taxonomic history- morphology- molecular phylogeny and biogeography -- 21. Comparative floral ontogeny of Melastomataceae -- 22. Seed morphological features in Melastomataceae -- 23. Patterns of Chromosome Number Diversity and Evolution in the Melastomataceae -- 24. Apomixis in Melastomataceae: Diversity of developmental mechanisms and ecological consequences -- 25. Pollination syndromes and flower diversification in Melastomataceae -- 26. Stamen diversity in Melastomataceae: morphology- color and function -- 27. Patterns of diversification of Miconia (Miconieae) in the Greater and Lesser Antilles -- 28. Colonization by Melastomataceae and its diversification in the Atlantic Forest -- 29. A review of the paleobotanical record of Melastomataceae -- 30. Shapes of species responses to soil fertility in lowland Amazonian Melastomataceae -- 31. Seed germination ecology in Neotropical Melastomataceae -- 32. Seed dispersal ecology in Neotropical Melastomataceae -- 33. Myrmecophytism in the Melastomataceae -- 34. How non-native invasive Melastomataceae inform a greater understanding of the biology and genetics of the family -- Conclusions.
    Abstract: This book presents a synthesis of critical new information for the Melastomataceae, one of the ten richest families among flowering plants with over 5,800 species that has its diversity highly concentrated in the tropics tropical or subtropical areas. It describes the family’s global diversity and distribution and summarizes recent advances in systematics, evolution, biogeography, reproductive biology and ecology.
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    Pages: XXIV, 793 p. 83 illus., 63 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030997427
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-99742-7
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    Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Oilseed Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomic Design for Biotic Stresses in Soybean -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistance In Rapeseed.-Designing Sunflower For Biotic Stress Resilience: Everlasting Challenge -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Peanut -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistance In Rape And Mustard -- Genomic Designing For Resistance To Biotic Stresses In Sesame -- Biotic Stresses In Castor Plant -- Genomic Designing For Genetic Improvement Of Biotic Stress Resistance In Flax.
    Abstract: Biotic stresses cause yield loss of 31-42% in crops in addition to 6-20% during post-harvest stage. Understanding interaction of crop plants to the biotic stresses caused by insects, bacteria, fungi, viruses, and oomycetes, etc. is important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in oilseed crops is imperative for addressing FPNEE (food, health, nutrition. energy and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing have facilitated precise information about the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to biotic stresses. The eight chapters each dedicated to an oilseed crop in this volume elucidate on different types of biotic stress agents and their effects on and interaction with the crop plants; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to biotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on the classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing biotic stress resistant varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying biotic stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different emerging genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery and gene pyramiding for developing resistant crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields; and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating disease and insect resistant crops.
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    Pages: XVI, 214 p. 38 illus., 34 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030910358
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-91035-8
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    Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Pulse Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Crops -- Chickpea Biotic Stresses -- Development of Biotic Stress Resistant Pea in the Post-Genomics Era -- Development of Biotic Stress Resistant Cowpea -- Tackling Lentil Biotic Stresses in the Genomic Era -- Development of Biotic-stress Resistant Pigeonpea -- Application of Genetic and Genomic Strategies to Address the Biotic Stresses in Faba Bean -- Genomic Designing Towards Biotic Stress Resistance in Mungbean and Urdbean -- Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistance in Grasspea.
    Abstract: Biotic stresses cause yield loss of 31-42% in crops in addition to 6-20% during post-harvest stage. Understanding interaction of crop plants to the biotic stresses caused by insects, bacteria, fungi, viruses, and oomycetes, etc. is important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in pulse crops is imperative for addressing FPNEE (food, health, nutrition. energy and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing have facilitated precise information about the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to biotic stresses. The nine chapters each dedicated to a pulse crop in this volume elucidate on different types of biotic stress agents and their effects on and interaction with the crop plants; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to biotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on the classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing biotic stress resistant varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying biotic stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different emerging genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery and gene pyramiding for developing resistant crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields; and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating disease and insect resistant crops.
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    ISBN: 9783030910433
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    Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Fruit Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomics of Biotic Stress Resistance in Malus domestica -- Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Banana -- Genetic Improvement of Citrus Limon (L. Burm f.) for Resistance to Mal Secco Disease -- Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Grapevine -- Wild and Related Species as a Breeding Source for Biotic Stress Resistance of Peach Cultivars and Rootstocks -- Genomic Designing of new Almond-Peach Rootstock-variety Combinations Resistance to Plum pox virus -- Genomic Designing of New Plum Pox Virus Resistant Plumcot -- Integrated Genomic Designing and Insights for Disease Resistance and Crop Protection against Pathogens in Cherry -- Development of Biotic Stress Tolerant Berries.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on the molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants with the biotic stresses caused by insects, bacteria, fungi, viruses, and oomycetes, etc. important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in fruit crops is imperative for addressing FPNEE (food, health, nutrition. energy and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing have facilitated precise information about the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to biotic stresses. The nine chapters, each dedicated to a fruit crop in this volume, deliberate on different types of biotic stress agents and their effects on and interaction with the crop plants; enumerate the available genetic diversity with regard to biotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on the classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for biotic stress resistance; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing biotic stress resistant varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying biotic stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate different emerging genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery and gene pyramiding for developing resistant crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yield; and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating disease and insect resistant crops.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030918026
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    Selenium and Nano-Selenium in Environmental Stress Management and Crop Quality Improvement (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Environment. ; Agronomy. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Agronomy. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1)Sources of selenium and nano-selenium in soil and plants -- (2)Use of selenium and nano-selenium in agro-biotechnologies -- (3)Selenium and nano-selenium as a new frontier of biostimulants -- (4)Selenium and nano-selenium in plant nutrition and crop quality -- (5)Uptake and metabolism of selenium in plants: recent progress and future perspectives -- (6)Synthesis and characterization of nano-selenium using plant biomolecules and their potential applications -- (7)Selenium and nano-selenium mediated salt stress tolerance in plants -- (8)Selenium and nano-selenium mediated drought stress tolerance in plants -- (9)Selenium and nano-selenium mediated heat stress tolerance in plants -- (10)Selenium and nano-selenium mediated cold stress tolerance in plants -- (11)Selenium and nano-selenium mediated heavy metal stress tolerance in plants -- (12)Selenium and nano-selenium mediated biotic stress tolerance in plants -- (13)Selenium bioavailability and nutritional improvements in crop plants -- (14)Effect of selenium application on quality improvements of seeds and fruits -- (15)The genetics of selenium accumulation by plants: recent progress and future perspectives -- (16)Agronomic bio-fortification crops with exogenous selenium application -- (17)Selenium toxicity and tolerance in plants: recent progress and future perspectives -- (18) Selenium bio-fortification for quality and nutritional improvements -- (19)Manipulation of selenium metabolism in plants for tolerance and accumulation -- (20)Selenium hyper-accumulation and phytoremediation: recent progress and future perspectives -- (21) Selenium in food chain in relation to human and animal nutrition and health.
    Abstract: Crop plants growing under field conditions are constantly exposed to various abiotic and biotic stress factors leading to decreased yield and quality of produce. In order to achieve sustainable development in agriculture and to increase agricultural production for feeding an increasing global population, it is necessary to use ecologically compatible and environmentally friendly strategies to decrease the adverse effects of stresses on the plant. Selenium is one of the critical elements from the biological contexts because it is essential for human health; however, it becomes toxic at high concentrations. It has been widely reported that selenium can promote plant growth and alleviate various stresses as well as increase the quantity and quality of the yield of many plant species. Nonetheless, at high concentrations, selenium causes phytotoxicity. In the last decade, nanotechnology has emerged as a prominent tool for enhancing agricultural productivity. The production and applications of nanoparticles (NPs) have greatly increased in many industries, such as energy production, healthcare, agriculture, and environmental protection. The application of NPs has attracted interest for their potential to alleviate abiotic and biotic stresses in a more rapid, cost-effective, and more sustainable way than conventional treatment technologies. Recently, research related to selenium-NPs-mediated abiotic stresses and nutritional improvements in plants has received considerable interest by the scientific community. While significant progress was made in selenium biochemistry in relation to stress tolerance, an in-depth understanding of the molecular mechanisms associated with the selenium- and nano-selenium-mediated stress tolerance and bio-fortification in plants is still lacking. Gaining a better knowledge of the regulatory and molecular mechanisms that control selenium uptake, assimilation, and tolerance in plants is therefore vital and necessary to develop modern crop varieties that are more resilient to environmental stress. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest understanding of the physiological, biochemical, and molecular basis of selenium- and nano-selenium-mediated environmental stress tolerance and crop quality improvements in plants. It helps researchers to develop strategies to enhance crop productivity under stressful conditions and to better utilize natural resources to ensure future food security and to reduce environmental contamination. Finally, this book is a valuable resource for promoting future research into plant stress tolerance, and a reference book for researchers working on developing plants tolerant to abiotic and biotic stressors as well as bio-fortification and phytoremediation.
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    Pages: XIII, 458 p. 40 illus., 37 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031070631
    Series Statement: Sustainable Plant Nutrition in a Changing World,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-07063-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-07063-1
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    Sustainable Management of Nematodes in Agriculture, Vol.1: Organic Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant diseases. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. Organic Management of Nematodes: Paradigms and Mechanisms -- 1. Biochemical Biopesticides for Phytonematode Sustainable Management: Status and Future Prospects (Thales Lima Rocha; Vera Lucia Perussi Polez; Lívia Cristina de Souza Viol; Reinaldo Rodrigues Pimentel, Danielle Biscaia; Jadir Borges Pinheiro) -- 2. Organic Nematicides: A Green Technique and its Overview for the Nematode Disease Management (Faryad Khan, Mohammad Shariq, Mohd Asif, Taruba Ansari, Saba Fatima, Arshad Khan, Mohd Ikram, Mansoor Ahmad Siddiqui) -- 3. Nematode Management Through Compost (Fisayo Yemisi Daramola, Samuel B. Orisajo and Omorefosa Osarenkhoe Osemwegie) -- 4. Biochemical/Molecular Mechanisms Associated with Nematode Management Through Organic Amendments: A critical Review (John Fosu-Nyarko, Rhys G. R. Copeland, Sadia Iqbal, Michael G. K. Jones) -- 5. Organic By-Products in the Suppression of Plant-Parasitic Nematodes (Alixelhe Pacheco Damascena, Marylia Gabriella Silva Costa, Júlio César Antunes Ferreira, Silvia Renata Siciliano Wilcken) -- 6. Nematode Management by Humic Acid (Seenivasan Nagachandrabosea, Sankaranarayanan Chellappab, and Devrajan Kandasamya) -- 7. Conventional and Organic Management as Divergent Drivers for Plant Parasitic Nematodes (PPNs) control (Kanika Khanna, Vandana Gautam, Dhriti Kapoor, Nandni Sharma, Pooja Sharma, Tamanna Bhardwaj, Puja Ohri, Renu Bhardwaj) -- Part 2. Organic Management of Nematodes: Global Case studies and Success Stories -- 8. Plant Extracts and Their Effect on Plant-parasitic nematodes: Case Studies from Africa (Ebrahim Shokoohi) -- 9. Organic Management of the Citrus, Pine and Related Nematodes (Reza Ghaderi, Manouchehr Hosseinvand) -- 10. Organic Management of Rice Root-Knot Nematode Meloidogyne graminicola (Ziaul Haque and Mujeebur Rahman Khan) -- 11. Strategies for the Organic Management of the Root-Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne spp.) in Grapevine Under Desert Conditions in the North Coast of Peru (César Augusto Murguía Reyes) -- 12. Organic Fumigant Alternatives for Nematode Management in High-Value Crops in Florida (Johan Desaeger, Kaydene Williams, and Erin Rosskopf) -- 13. The False Root-Knot Nematode Nacobbus aberrans and its Ecological Management (Edgar Villar-Luna, Olga Gómez-Rodríguez, Hernán Villar-Luna, Liliana Aguilar-Marcelino, Laith Khalil Tawfeeq Al-Ani, and Ernesto Fernández-Herrera) -- 14. Plant Extracts, Sorghum and Crucifers Amendments and Pochonia chlamydosporia for the Management of Meloidodyne spp. and Nacobbus aberrans in Tomato and Chile Crops: the Mexican Experience (Ignacio Cid del Prado-Vera, Marco Antonio Magallanes-Tapia, Raúl Velasco-Azorsa, Arely Pérez-Espíndola) -- 15. Non-Conventional Management of Plant-Parasitic Nematodes in Musaceas Crops (Donald Riascos–Ortiz, Ana Teresa Mosquera–Espinosa, Francia Varón De Agudelo, Claudio Marcelo Gonçalves De Oliveira, Jaime Eduardo Muñoz–Florez) -- 16. Neem Cake Amendment Changes Soil Nematode Spatio-temporal Dynamics Across a Guava Orchard in the Brazilian Semiarid Region (Diego Arruda Huggins de Sá Leitão, Ana Karina dos Santos Oliveira, Douglas Barbosa Castro, Elvira Maria Régis Pedrosa).
    Abstract: The present work covers many aspects of plant nematode management using organic strategies. These range from applications of latest understandings of fundamental concepts/mechanisms of nematode control, to modern tools and techniques used in efficacy evaluation. The Volume also includes some case studies/applied aspects of organic nematode pest management. Chemical and physical control measures used for nematode management have their own implications. Against this backdrop, organic management of plant nematodes appears as a more rational and sustainable approach. However, concise information on the current topic is scarce. This book is a sincere effort to bridge this void as we aim to provide the most updated, critical and in-depth knowledge synthesized by many experts working in the field of plant nematology, worldwide.
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    Pages: XI, 440 p. 51 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031099434
    Series Statement: Sustainability in Plant and Crop Protection, 18
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-09943-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-09943-4
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    Flowers in Amber (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Paleontology . ; Plant ecology. ; Plants Evolution. ; Plant Science. ; Paleontology. ; Plant Ecology. ; Plant Evolution.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- The miracle of amber -- Floral characteristics -- Chapter1. Burmese amber flowers -- Chapter2. Baltic amber flowers -- Chapter3. Dominican amber flowers -- Chapter4. Mexican amber flowers -- General conclusions -- References.
    Abstract: While much attention has been given to animal life in amber, the remains of a variety of plants, including angiosperm flowers, also exist in fossilized resin. Presented here is a pictorial synopsis of 94 flowers that occur in four major amber deposits around the world. These deposits are from Burma (Myanmar), the Baltic area, the Dominican Republic and Mexico, and range in age from the mid-Cretaceous to the mid-Tertiary. The basic features of these flowers are presented and their relationship with existing plant lineages discussed. This work will be of interest to amber enthusiasts, plant taxonomists, plant morphologists, plant ecologists, plant evolutionists and plant paleontologists.
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    Pages: XV, 215 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031090448
    Series Statement: Fascinating Life Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-09044-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-09044-8
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    Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Technical Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Cassava -- Cocoa -- Coconut -- Coffee -- Cotton -- Ornamental -- Jute -- Mulberry -- Sugarcane -- Tobacco -- Yam.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants to the abiotic stresses caused by heat, cold, drought, flooding, submergence, salinity, acidity, etc., important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in technical crops is imperative for addressing FHNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing in many of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has provided precise information regarding the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to abiotic stresses. The ten chapters each dedicated to a technical crop and one chapter devoted to a crop group in this volume elucidate different types of abiotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with the crops; enumerate the available genetic diversity with regard to abiotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing abiotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate different genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating abiotic stress-resistant crops. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031057069
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05706-9
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    The Saffron Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Crocus sativus saffron: A 360 degree overview -- Reference genome of Saffron “The Golden condiment” -- “SaffronOMICS: Novel approaches towards putting saffron data at work” -- Bioinformatics for saffron-omics and crop improvement -- Genetic mapping and molecular markers in Saffron -- Soil Classification, Nutrient Management and Land Cover of Saffron Growing Areas of Kashmir Valley -- Cultromic and metabarcodic insights into saffron-microbiome associations -- “Saffron, bacteria and mycorrhiza” -- Diversity and bioprospection of fungal endophytic microbiome of Crocus sativus L. (saffron) -- Epidemiology and Management of Corm Rot of Saffron -- Pathogenicity and genetic diversity of microbes in Crocus sativus L. and various strategies combating diseases -- Tissue culture techniques for Saffron improvement -- Saffron production under control condition -- Saffron: Metabolomics and quality points of view -- Saffron in phytotherapy : Pharmocological properties and medicinal uses -- Economic Aspects of Saffron in the World -- Marketing prospects for Saffron in domestic market: the case of Moroccan PDO.
    Abstract: This book is about Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) that is the most expensive spice in the world. Though there are other books on saffron but none of them has comprehensive information on saffron genome, transcriptome, proteome, metabolome and microbiome. The book has been divided into five sections and 17 chapters that cover all the areas related to its cultivation, market & economy, genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, tissue culture, microbiomics, metagenomics etc. In addition a chapter on molecular markers and their use in molecular genetic mapping in saffron that lacks genetic diversity as a sterile plant paves a way for selection of elite varieties based on the epigenetic variability. A section on in-vitro propagation elaborates on the corm production under controlled conditions. In summary this book encompasses most of the information available on this golden spice.
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    Pages: XVIII, 300 p. 72 illus., 58 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031100000
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-10000-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-10000-0
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    The Pine Genomes (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Advances in The Genomic and Transcriptomic Sequencing of North American Pines -- Chapter 2. Advances in Genetic Mapping in Pines -- Chapter 3. Transposable Elements in Pines -- Chapter 4. Genomics of Climate Adaptation in Pinus Lambertiana -- Chapter 5. Maritime Pine Genomics in Focus -- Chapter 6. Understanding the Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits in Loblolly Pine -- Chapter 7. Genomics of Disease Resistance in Loblolly Pine -- Chapter 8. Genomic Advances in Research on Genetic Resistance to White Pine Blister Rust in North American White Pines -- Chapter 9. Functional Genomics of Mediterranean Pines -- Chapter 10. Pinus Sylvestris as a Reference Plant Species in Radiation Research: Transcriptomics of Trees from the Chernobyl Zone -- Chapter 11. Genomic Selection in Scots (Pinus Sylvestris) and Radiata (Pinus Radiata) Pines -- Chapter 12. Community-Based Genome Resource Needs in Pines.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of the most up-to-date research in the genomics, transcriptomics, and breeding of pine species across Europe, North America, and Australia. With chapters on the state of the reference genomes, transposon function, genome-wide diversity, functional genomics, genomics of disease resistance, genomics of abiotic stress, and genomic selection, this book is a must-read for scientists, breeders, and students of plant genomics. The book contains 12 chapters over 300 pages authored by a group of world-renowned scientists in the field of pine genomics. Pines (Pinus) are the world’s most economically important forest tree species. The recent genome sequencing of several important pine species has paved the way for understanding their complex biology and helps future management and breeding efforts.
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    Pages: XXV, 254 p. 36 illus., 34 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030933906
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-93390-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-93390-6
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    Applied Weed and Herbicide Science (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Agronomy. ; Sustainability. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agronomy. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Aspects of biology and ecophysiology, survival mechanisms and weed classifications -- Weed competition and interference in crops -- Parameters of the phytosociological survey to evaluate the abundance, distribution and diversity of the weed community -- Methods of control and Integrated management of weeds in agriculture -- Retention, absorption, translocation and metabolism of herbicides in plants -- Induced hormesis in plants with herbicide underdoses -- Evolution of weed resistance to herbicides -- Genetically modified crops resistant to herbicides and weed control.
    Abstract: This textbook explores aspects of biology and ecophysiology of weeds, weed competition and interference in crops, phytosociological survey, methods of control and weed integrated management. Herbicides are of great importance in weed management and are one of the most widely used pesticide groups for weed control across the globe. Offering a new direction for research that focuses on herbicide behavior in plants, hormesis, evolution of weed resistance to herbicides, and genetically modified crops resistant to herbicides, this book covers the recent research in applied weed and herbicide science. This book provides essential and updated information on various subjects regarding the advances in herbicide science; and it is intended for professors, undergraduate, and graduate students, rural producers and other professionals involved in the area of applied weed and herbicide science. Agriculturists, analytical chemists, and toxicologists will find this book rewarding.
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    Pages: XIII, 299 p. 103 illus., 74 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031019388
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-01938-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-01938-8
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    The Jute Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Economic Importance of Jute -- Chapter 2. Botany of Jute (Corchorus spp.) -- Chapter 3. Chemistry of Jute and Its Applications -- Chapter 4. Germplasm Resources in Jute -- Chapter 5. DUS Test and DNA Fingerprinting Construction of Jute Varieties -- Chapter 6. Jute Interspecific Hybrids: Development, Characterization and Utilization -- Chapter 7. Classical Genetics, Cytogenetics and Traditional Breeding in Jute -- Chapter 8. Challenges of Jute Transformation -- Chapter 9. Molecular Linkage Mapping: Map Construction and Mapping of Genes/Qtls -- Chapter 10. Jute Genome Sequencing: An Indian Initiative -- Chapter 11. Jute Genome Sequencing: A Bangladeshi Initiative -- Chapter 12. Jute Genome Sequencing: A Chinese Initiative -- Chapter 13. Comparative Genomics and Synteny within Cochorus Species and Among Malvaceaes Genomes -- Chapter 14. Organelle Genome Sequencing and Phylogenetic Relationship of Jute -- Chapter 15. Functional Genomics of Jute -- Chapter 16. Jute Genomic Resources and Data Base -- Chapter 17. Genetics and Genomics of Bast Fiber Development -- Chapter 18. Genetics and Genomics of Biotic Stress Resistance of Jute -- Chapter 19. Genomics and Genetics of Drought and Salt Tolerance in Jute -- Chapter 20. Flowering Pathway of Jute Based on Genomic Data -- Chapter 21. Power of Molecular Markers and Genomics Technology on Jute Breeding.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of deliberations on jute botanical descriptions, germplasm resources, genetic diversity and population structure, DUS test and DNA fingerprinting, interspecific hybridization, classical genetics, cytology and cytogenetics, genetic transformation; and detailed enumeration on molecular mapping, genome sequencing initiatives of three major jute fiber producing countries, interspecific and intergeneric comparative genomics, organellar genomes, elucidation on functional genomics and genomics resources and database. Genetics and genomics of bast fiber development, biotic stress resistance, abiotic stress tolerance, and flowering pathways have also been discussed. It also presents a narrative on the power of molecular markers and genomics technology on jute breeding. Altogether, the book contains about 400 pages over 21 chapters authored by internationally reputed experts on the relevant field in this crop. This book will be useful to the students, teachers and scientists in the academia and relevant private companies interested in agronomy, genetics, pathology, entomology, physiology, molecular genetics and breeding, genetic engineering, and structural and functional genomics.
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    Pages: XXXII, 342 p. 88 illus., 61 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030911638
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-91163-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-91163-8
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    Phoma: Diversity, Taxonomy, Bioactivities, and Nanotechnology (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Fungi. ; Mycology. ; Microbiology. ; Food Microbiology. ; Medical microbiology. ; Biomaterials. ; Nanomedicine. ; Plant Science. ; Fungi. ; Food Microbiology. ; Medical Microbiology. ; Plant Materials. ; Nanomedicine and Nanotoxicology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1-General Identity and Taxonomy -- Phoma: An Overview -- Phoma Diseases-Identification, Epidemiology and Management -- Taxonomical Evaluation of Phoma-History of Classification, Current Status and Future Directions -- Part 2-Diversity, Diseases and Host Range -- Biodiversity of the Genus Phoma in Different Habitats -- Phoma on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants -- Types of Plant Diseases Caused by Phoma Species and Their Integrated Management -- Plant Pathogenic Phoma Species: Host Range, Symptoms and Distribution -- Overview of Phoma-like Fungi on Legumes: Papilionaceous plants): Pea, Beans, Soybean, Chickpea and Faba Beans -- Vegetable Diseases Caused by Phoma SSP -- Part 3: Phoma Spp. as a Human Pathogen -- Phoma as an Infectious Pathogen in Medical Practice -- Part 4- Bioactivities and Nanotechnology -- Genus Phoma; A Review of Its Potential Bioactivities, Implications and Prospects -- Bioherbicidal Activity of Phoma macrostoma -- Fruitful Decade for Phoma Secondary Metabolites From 2011 to 2020: Chemistry, Chemical Diversity and Biological Activities -- Plant Growth Promoting Phoma spp. -- Biological Management of Plant Diseases by Non-Pathogenic Phoma spp. -- Endophytic Phoma: Potentials and Limitations -- Bioactive Secondary Metabolites of Endophytic Phoma: Biochemistry and Signifigance -- Exploitation of Phoma for Fabrication of Silver Nanoparticles.
    Abstract: This reference covers the taxonomy, diversity, bioactivity, and nanotechnology involved in the study of Phoma. It presents the most recent molecular taxonomic approach, secondary metabolites, combating microbial threats and biohazards, and its use in nanotechnology from a basic research to an applied perspective. Expert contributors provide the latest research and applications to present thorough coverage of an important genus in human and plant pathology and bio management. Addresses the key issues in enigmatic taxonomy of the genus Phoma, and provides the current trends in taxonomy Discusses different secondary metabolites, their bioactivities (antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, antiprotozoal, cytotoxic and herbicidal, etc.) and formulations Presents the role of different Phoma spp. in nanobiotechnology for synthesis of nanoparticles Provides the fossil-based evolutionary trends in Phoma spp.
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    Pages: XVII, 342 p. 62 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030812188
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-81218-8
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    Environmental Challenges and Medicinal Plants : Sustainable Production Solutions under Adverse Conditions (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Bioclimatology. ; Plant Science. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Current Status of Medicinal Plants in Perspective of Environmental Challenges and Global Climate Changes -- Environmental Challenges for Himalayan Medicinal Plants -- Wild-Growing Species in the Service of Medicine: Environmental Challenges and Sustainable Production -- Favourable Impacts of Drought Stress on the Quality of Medicinal Plants: Improvement of Composition and Content of Their Natural Products -- Adaptation Strategies of Medicinal Plants in Response to Environmental Stresses -- Physiological and Biochemical Responses of Medicinal Plants to Salt Stress -- Horizontal Natural Product Transfer: A Phenomenon Which Is Responsible for the Widespread Alkaloidal Contaminations of Herbal Products -- Effect of Abiotic Stresses and Adaptation Strategies of Medicinal Plants -- Impact of Various Environmental Factors on Biosynthesis of Alkaloids in Medicinal Plants -- Regulation of Expression of Transcription Factors for Enhanced Secondary Metabolites Production Under Challenging Conditions -- Sustainable Use Practices of Medicinal Plants and Environmental Challenges: A Case Study in Pakistan -- Profiling of Trace Elements and Regulatory Landscape of Dietary Herbal Supplements -- Sustainable Economic Systems Against Biotic and Abiotic Stress in Medicinal Plants: Aeroponics, Hydroponics and Organoponics -- Influence of Salinity on the Growth, Development and Primary Metabolism of Medicinal Plants -- Role of Nano-Biotechnology in Medicinal Plant Production -- An Insight into Plant Nanobionics and Its Application to Overcome the Impact of Environmental Stress on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants -- Phytoremediation Capacity of Medicinal Plants in Soils Contaminated with Heavy Metals -- Stress Tolerant Species of Medicinal Plants and Phytoremediation Potential -- Breeding Advancements in Fenugreek for Environmental Stresses -- Conservation Strategies for Medicinal Plants in the Face of Environmental Challenges -- Integration of Medicinal Plants into Comprehensive Supply Chains: The Threats and Opportunities of Environmental Devastation.
    Abstract: Medicinal plants supply the ever-growing needs of humankind for natural chemicals, such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, agrochemicals, and chemical additives. These plants contain bioactive secondary metabolites, which possess antimalarial, anthelminthic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, antiarthritic, antioxidant, antidiabetic, antihypertensive, anticancer, antifungal, antispasmodic, cardioprotective, antithyroid, and antihistaminic properties. Secondary metabolites play a major role in the adaptation of plants to the changing environment and stress condition as they are affected by both biotic and abiotic stress. Humans rely on medicinal plants for various needs since ancient time, and their population still seems enough for fulfilling our demands. However, in the foreseeable future, we will be forced to think about the accessibility of resources for future generations. For these reasons, we must look for alternative sustainable options of resources which can protect these immensely important medicinal plants from various stresses induced by challenging environment. Evolving eco-friendly methodologies and mechanisms to improve these plants’ responses to unfavorable environmental circumstances is important in creating significant tools for better understanding of plant adaptations to various abiotic stresses and sustaining the supply of pharmaceuticals as global climate change intensifies. One of the great challenges in the near future will be the sustainable production of medicinal plants under increasing adverse effects of climate change. A combination of adverse demographic factors and climatological perturbations is expected to impact food and pharmaceutical production globally. Despite the induction of several tolerance mechanisms, medicinal plants often fail to survive under environmental extremes. To ensure their sustainable production under adverse conditions, multidisciplinary approaches are needed, and useful leads are likely to emerge. However, improving plants' performance under restrictive growth conditions requires a deep understanding of the molecular processes that underlie their extraordinary physiological plasticity. This edited volume emphasizes the recent updates about the current research on medicinal plants covering different aspects related to challenges and opportunities in the concerned field. This book is an attempt to bring together global researchers who have been engaged in the area of stress signaling, crosstalk, and mechanisms of medicinal plants. The book will provide a direction towards implementation of programs and practices that will enable sustainable production of medicinal plants resilient to challenging environmental conditions. Moreover, this book will instigate and commence readers to state-of-the-art developments and trends in this field.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030920500
    Series Statement: Environmental Challenges and Solutions,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-92050-0
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    The Catharanthus Genome (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Pharmacology. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Pharmacology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Botanical Features of Periwinkle, Catharanthus roseus -- Chapter 2. Catharanthus roseus: A Source of Anticancer Phytomedicines -- Chapter 3. Classical Breeding and Trait Genetics in Catharanthus -- Chapter 4. Somatic Embryogenesis in Catharanthus roseus: Proteomics of Embryogenic and Nonembryogenic Tissues; and Genome Size Analysis of Regenerated Plant -- Chapter 5. Alkaloid Synthesis in in vitro Cultures of Catharanthus roseus: Capabilities and Limitations -- Chapter 6. Genetic Transformation in Catharanthus roseus -- Chapter 7. Molecular Markers and Descriptor’s Suitable for Quantitative Trait Loci and Genome Mapping in Catharanthus roseus -- Chapter 8. Sequencing the Genome of Catharanthus roseus: Status and Prospects -- Chapter 9. Functional Genomics Approaches for Gene Discovery Related to Terpenoid Indole Alkaloid Biosynthetic Pathway in Catharanthus roseus -- Chapter 10. Future Prospects for Research on Catharanthus roseus.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of deliberations on botany, medicinal importance, genetic diversity, classical genetics and breeding, in vitro biosynthesis, somatic embryogenesis, genetic transformation, molecular mapping, genome sequence, and functional genomics of Catharanthus roseus. Catharanthus is the most important medicinal plant in the world that contains about 130 therapeutic alkaloids out of which vinblastine and vincristine are the two highly used anticancer drugs sold by the pharmaceutically industries. Altogether, the book contains about 10 chapters authored by globally reputed experts on the relevant field of this plant. This book is useful to the students, teachers and scientists in the academia and relevant private companies interested in horticulture, genetics, breeding, pathology, entomology, physiology, molecular genetics and breeding, in vitro culture and genetic engineering, and structural and functional genomics. This book is also useful to pharmaceutical industries.
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    Pages: XXV, 183 p. 86 illus., 62 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030892692
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-89269-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-89269-2
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    Herbal and Acidulant Tree Spices : Their Global Commercial Potential (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Environmental economics. ; Plant ecology. ; Economic geography. ; Environmental management. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Economics. ; Plant Ecology. ; Economic Geography. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chp 2: Amchur -- Chp.3:Anardana -- Chp 4:Balm or Lemon Balm -- Chp.5:Basil or Sweet Basil (Tulsi) -- Chp.6:Bay or Laurel Leaves -- Chp 7: Kokam or Kokum -- Chp 8:Juniper -- Chp.9: Hyssop -- Chp 10: Marjoram -- Chp 11: Japanese Mint -- Chp: 12: Peppermint -- Chp 13: Spearmint -- Chp 14. Origanum -- Chp 15: Parsley -- Chp 16: Rosemary -- Chp 17: Ashwagndha -- Chp 18.:Manathakkali.
    Abstract: This book discusses leafy spices or herbs known as “aromatic herbs”, which, apart from being used in culinary art for flavoring of foods and beverages, are also known to possess antiseptic, anti-oxidant and other medicinal properties, in addition to many nutraceutical and cosmetic properties. Of the numerous herbs twelve of the commercially important herbs are imported into 4 major European markets, namely, France, Germany, United Kingdom and The Netherlands to the tune of 12000 to 13000 tonnes per annum. This book discusses these leafy herbs and their tremendous commercial potential in international trade. The book offers a comprehensive insight into commercial herbs, with an objective of enhancing their yield, and provides a platform for further research into the global trade potential.
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    Pages: XIV, 141 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031043604
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-04360-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-04360-4
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    Revolutionizing the Potential of Hemp and Its Products in Changing the Global Economy (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Food security. ; Plant Science. ; Food Security.
    Description / Table of Contents: Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.)-Taxonomy, Distribution and Uses -- Hemp Varieties: Genetic and Chemical Diversity -- Legality of Worldwide Cannabis Use and Associated Economic Benefits -- Hemp Usage in Textile Industry -- Pharmaceutical Applications of Hemp Cannabis sativa -- Hemp Usage as Regular Food and in Nutraceutical Industry -- Hemp Usage in Cosmeceutical and Personal Care Industry -- Hemp Usage as a Green Building Material, Plastic, and Fuel -- Demand and Supply Gaps: Seeds and Raw Material -- Selective Breeding for Cannabis Variety -- Pre- and Post-harvest Processing and Quality Standardization -- Scientific Testing, Forensic Identification, Evidences, and Differences in Policy Frameworks of Hemp.
    Abstract: This book provides the current status, research advances, challenges and opportunities of hemp products along with recommendations for future research. The surge in demand is fueling a global Green Rush, even in countries where a legal market for hemp products was unthinkable just a few years ago. The hemp market is growing globally and its products (fiber, food, medicine, etc.) are overwhelmingly accepted by the customers. With increasing market demand for more natural and greener products, the revolutionizing potential of hemp and its products in changing economy plays a major role. Moreover, considering their high demand and development of new varieties for producing raw material of need, breeding tools provide an effective means of development of varieties. This book aims to highlight the revolutionizing potential of hemp and its products in changing the economy, current status, and challenges. In addition, it provides the multi-functional and multi-industrial potential of hemp.
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    Pages: VI, 241 p. 30 illus., 25 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031051449
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05144-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-05144-9
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    Wetland Plants : A Source of Nutrition and Ethno-medicines (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Nutrition   . ; Medicinal chemistry. ; Food science. ; Plant Science. ; Nutrition. ; Medicinal Chemistry. ; Food Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Foreword -- Preface -- Wetlands and Wetland Plants -- Climate of Wetlands -- Types of Wetlands and Wetland Plants -- Importance of Biodiversity in Wetlands -- Nutritive Value of Wetland Flora -- Medicinally Important Wetland Flora -- Threats to Biodiversity of Wetlands -- Conservation Strategies of Wetland Flora -- Wetland Plants of Himalayas: A case study -- A Pictorial Guide to Wetland plants of Himalayas -- Bibliography.
    Abstract: Due to their high nutritive value and the presence of secondary metabolites, wetland plants can be consumed by humans as food and utilized as medicinal drugs. Significant numbers of ethno-botanic resources have been reported to extract useful compounds, which can be used as pharmaceuticals. Wetland plants are also very valuable as an energy source, as fuel for fish smoking and for domestic energy. These plants can be harvested as wild stock, or cultivated in flooded paddies for aquaculture, food and for livestock fodder. All parts of plants can be utilized for foodstuff, compost, mulch, medicine, and for construction. Wetland Plants: A Source of Nutrition and Ethnomedicine aims to promote public understanding of this remarkable resource, exploring not only their role in the ecosystem but also their nutritional and medicinal purposes. Based on original research, the text focuses on species identification (with original pictures of wetland plants including morphological features), nutritive value and ethno-medicinal uses. This book serves as an important and basic reference material for further research into the basic biological as well as the applied medicinal aspects of traditional medicinal wetland plants.
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    Pages: XXIX, 228 p. 149 illus., 148 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030692582
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69258-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-69258-2
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    Progress in Botany Vol. 82 (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Forestry. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Biotic communities. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Forestry. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Ecosystems. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.Tools Shape Paradigms of Plant-Environment Interactions -- 2.Gene Expression in Coffee -- 3. Cross-Talk Between Sporophyte and Gametophyte During Anther and Ovule Development In Angiosperms -- 4. The Photosynthetic System in Tropical Plants Under High Irradiance and Temperature Stress -- 5. Plant Peroxisomes and Their Metabolism of ROS, RNS, and RSS -- 6. Ammonium Assimilation and Metabolism in Rice -- 7. How can we Interpret the Large Number and Diversity of Abscisic Acid Transporters? -- 8. Orient in the World with a Single Eye: The Green Algal Eyespot and Phototaxis -- 9. Bidirectional Lateral Transport Barriers in Serving Plant Organs and Integral Plant Functioning: Localized Lignification, Suberinization, and Cutinization -- 10. The Haustorium of Phytopathogenic Fungi: A Short Overview of a Specialized Cell of Obligate Biotrophic Plant Parasites -- 11. Transmission of Phloem-Limited Viruses in the Host Plants by Their Aphid Vectors -- 12. Biotechnology for Biofuel Production -- 13. Modelling Urban Tree Growth and Ecosystem Services: Review and Perspectives.
    Abstract: With one volume each year, this series keeps scientists and advanced students informed of the latest developments and results in all areas of the plant sciences. This latest volume includes reviews on plant physiology, biochemistry, genetics and genomics, forests, and ecosystems.
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    Pages: XII, 464 p. 76 illus., 44 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030686208
    Series Statement: Progress in Botany, 82
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-68620-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-68620-8
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    RNA-Based Technologies for Functional Genomics in Plants (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant genetics. ; Physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Genetics. ; Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Artificial Small RNAs for Functional Genomics in Plants -- Use of mRNA-interactome capture for generating novel insights into plant RNA biology -- Improving nutrient value of crops: Applications of RNAi in targeting plant metabolic pathways -- Utilizing RNA-based approaches to understand plant-insect interactions.
    Abstract: This book offers a unique and comprehensive overview of key RNA-based technologies, as well as their development and applications for the functional genomics of plant coding and non-coding genes. It focuses on the latest as well as classical RNA-based techniques used for studies on small RNAs, long non-coding RNAs and protein-coding genes. These techniques chiefly focus on target mimics (TMs) and short tandem target mimics (STTMs) for small RNAs, and artificial microRNAs (amiRNAs), RNA interference (RNAi) and CRISPR/Cas for genes. Furthermore, the book discusses the latest trends in the field and various modifications of the above-mentioned approaches, and explores how these RNA-based technologies have been developed, applied and validated as essential technologies in plant functional genomics. RNA-based technologies, their mechanisms of action, their advantages and disadvantages, and insights into the further development and applications of these technologies in plants are discussed. These techniques will enable the users to functionally characterize genes and small RNAs through silencing, overexpression and editing. Gathering contributions by globally respected experts, the book will appeal to students, teachers and scientists in academia and industry who are interested in horticulture, genetics, pathology, entomology, physiology, molecular genetics and breeding, in vitro culture & genetic engineering, and functional genomics. .
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    Pages: XIII, 428 p. 48 illus., 44 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030649944
    Series Statement: Concepts and Strategies in Plant Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-64994-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-64994-4
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    Freshwater Red Algae : Phylogeny, Taxonomy and Biogeography (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Ecology . ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Plant Science. ; Ecology. ; Water. ; Water. ; Water.
    Description / Table of Contents: History of freshwater red algae; taxonomic diversity and phylogeny; biogeographic trends; how to collect freshwater red algae; scope and organization of this book -- Subphylum Cyanidiophytina: Class Cyanidiophyceae; Subphylum Proteorhodophytina: Classes Compsopogonophyceae, Porphyridiophyceae, Rhodellophyceae and Stylonematophyceae -- Subphylum Eurhodophytina: Classes Bangiophyceae and Florideophyceae (Subclasses Corallinophycidae, Hildenbrandiophycidae and Rhodymeniophycidae) -- Subphylum Eurhodophytina: Class Florideophyceae, Subclass Nemaliophycidae, Orders Acrochaetiales, Balbianiales and Thoreales -- Subphylum Eurhodophytina: Class Florideophyceae, Subclass Nemaliophycidae, Order Batrachospermales.
    Abstract: This book presents the phylogeny, taxonomy and biogeography of freshwater red algae. Its content is divided into five chapters. The first chapter provides a brief history of freshwater red algal research, habits and collecting methods, general biogeographic trends and an overview of the taxonomic/phylogenetic placement of freshwater taxa. The other four chapters are taxonomic treatments of non-marine red algae based on taxonomic levels, i.e. classes within the phylum Rhodophyta, orders within each class, families within each order, and genera within each family. Descriptions, phylogenetic data (including numerous trees), geographic range (maps for most species) and dichotomous keys for identification are presented. Comprehensive data are provided for more than 220 species.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030839703
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-83970-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-83970-3
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    Opuntia spp.: Chemistry, Bioactivity and Industrial Applications (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Food science. ; Plant Science. ; Food Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1-Introduction to Opuntia spp.: Chemistry, bioactivity and Industrial Applications -- 2-South African perspective on Opuntia spp.: cultivation, human and livestock food and industrial applications -- 3-Ethnobotany, medicinal utilization and Systematics of Opuntia species from Deserts of Pakistan -- 4-Cactus Pear (Opuntia spp.) Species and Cultivars -- 5-Classification, Distribution and Morphological Characterization of Opuntia species -- 6-Cultivation and Cultural Practices of Opuntia spp -- 7-Molecular characterization of Opuntia spp -- 8-Genetic diversity and ecotypes of Opuntia spp -- 9-Potential attribute of crassulacean acid metabolism of Opuntia spp. production in water-limited conditions -- 10-Harvest and Postharvest Technology of Opuntia spp -- 11-Chemistry and functionality of Opuntia spp. nopal cladodes -- 12-Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill. Bioactive Ingredients and Phyto-constituents -- 13-Opuntia Fiber and its Health-Related Beneficial Properties -- 14-Opuntia spp. chemical constituents and bioactive compounds, with particular regards to polyphenols -- 15-Profile and Biological Properties of the main Phenolic compounds in cactus pear (Opuntia spp.) -- 16-Opuntia spp. essential oils -- 17-Antioxidant activity of Opuntia spp.: A review -- 18-Natural antimicrobial molecules from Opuntia spp. and their role in poultry nutrition -- 19-Genus Opuntia: A golden source of compounds with anti-inflammatory potential -- 20-Opuntia spp. benefits in chronic diseases -- 21-Traceability of Opuntia spp -- 22-Antidiabetic Activity of Opuntia spp -- 23-Anticancer Activity of Opuntia spp -- 24-Innovative technologies for the identification of chemical and bioactive compounds in Opuntia spp. plant, food and waste -- 25-Innovation technologies for extracting Opuntia spp. seed oil -- 26-Novel pectins from prickly pear (Opuntia albicarpa) fruits: structural features and rheological properties -- 27-Modern Technologies in Opuntia spp. Juice Processing -- 28-Novel Technologies in Juice Processing from Opuntia spp. Fruits -- 29-Potential use of prickly pear juice prepared from shelf-grown cultivars as an authentic and nutritional fruit supplement -- 30-Fermented Beverages from Opuntia species: Composition, Commercialization and Future Outlook -- 31-Opuntia spp. Marmalade -- 32-Opuntia pear peel as a source of functional ingredients and their utilization in meat products -- 33-Opuntia spp. Seed Oil -- 34-Prickly pear (Opuntia ficus indica) processing by extrusion-cooking -- 35-Opuntia spp. and Extruded Food Products -- 36-Opuntia spp. Extruded Food Products -- 37-Industrial uses of Opuntia spp. by-products -- 38-Bread Enrichment with Opuntia spp. Derivatives -- 39-Opuntia spp. products and by-products as a potential source of edible films and coatings -- 40-Microencapsulation technology: an alternative preservation method for Opuntia spp. derived products and their bioactive compounds -- 41-Prickly pear (Opuntia spp.) in animal and poultry feed -- 42-Industrial applications of Opuntia spp. (nopal, fruit and peel) -- 43-Opuntia spp. as a source of sugars for the ethanol production -- 44-Opuntia spp. in biogas production -- 45-Opuntia spp. in dye-sensitized solar cells -- 46-Incorporation of Opuntia spp. into Food Systems -- 47-Opuntia spp. in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals -- 48-Food and non-food applications of Opuntia spp. seed oil -- 49-Opuntia spp. in the textile industry -- 50-Cactus pear as colorants and coloring foods: application in different food matrices.
    Abstract: The Opuntia fruits, commonly known as cactus pears or prickly pears, have been suggested by the Food and Agriculture Organization to be a promising and strategic crop in regions suffering from lack of water. In Mexico, India, South Africa, and the Mediterranean, the Opuntia fruits have become popular due to their nutritive value and health-promoting benefits, including antioxidant, antiulcerogenic and antiatherogenic traits and protective effects against LDL oxidation. Additionally, readily absorbable sugars, high vitamin C and mineral content, and a pleasant flavour make Opuntia tailor-made for novel food. Due to their ecological advantages, high functional value, and health-related traits, Opuntia fruits can be highly exploited in different food processing applications. For instance, Opuntia cactus fruits are used for the preparation of juices and marmalades; Opuntia cactus plants are used to feed animals in African and Latin American countries; Peruvian farmers cultivate Opuntia cactus for growing the cochineal (Dactylopius coccus) insect and producing the natural dye carmine; and the commercial production of food and non-food products from Opuntia has been established in Mexico, USA and several Mediterranean countries. Opuntia spp.: Chemistry, Bioactivity and Industrial Applications creates a multidisciplinary forum of discussion on Opuntia cactus with special emphasis on its horticulture, post-harvest, marketability, chemistry, functionality, health-promoting properties, technology and processing. The text includes detailed discussion of the impact of traditional and innovative processing on the recovery of high-added value compounds from Opuntia spp. by-products. Later chapters explore the potential applications of Opuntia spp. in food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical products.
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    Pages: XIX, 1059 p. 98 illus., 46 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030784447
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-78444-7
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    Fruits of the Brazilian Cerrado : Composition and Functional Benefits (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Food science. ; Medicine, Preventive. ; Health promotion. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Food Science. ; Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Acrocomia aculeata -- 2. Attalea dubia & Attalea phalerata -- 3. Campomanesia genus -- 4. Caryocar spp -- 5. Mauritia flexuosa -- 6. Dipteryx alata -- 7. Solanum lycocarpum -- 8. Attalea speciosa -- 9. Syagrus romanzoffiana -- 10. Hancornia speciosa.
    Abstract: Fruits of the Brazilian Cerrado: Composition and Functional Benefits describes the nutritional, chemical and physical characteristics of the fruits of the Cerrado, as well as their pharmacological effects and use in phytotherapics. Chapters are dedicated to the morphological characteristics, macronutrients, micronutrients and active compounds of various fruits, with separate sections covering their peels, leaves, nuts, pulps, and other components. The text also includes detailed studies on the treatment of diseases with these natural products, as well as their applications in popular use by local communities. Authors explain the importance of bioactive compounds found in the fruits and their possible mechanisms of action in the organism. This text thus provides a valuable reference to researchers studying a range of topics, including functional foods, phytotherapy, and plant science.
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    Pages: XIII, 186 p. 31 illus., 21 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030629496
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-62949-6
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    The Amaranth Genome (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Genome and Transcriptome of Amaranth Species -- Chapter 2. Organelle Genomics: The Chloroplast Genome of Amaranth -- Chapter 3. Genetic and Phenotypic Odyssey: Voyage of the Grain Amaranths from the Americas to the Old World -- Chapter 4. Genetics of Betalain Pigments in Amaranth Species -- Chapter 5. Molecular Characterization of Seed Storage Proteins (SSPs) in Grain Amaranth -- Chapter 6. Genetic Diversity in Amaranth and its Close Relatives -- Chapter 7. Searching for an Identity: Functional Characterization of Taxonomically Restricted Genes in Grain Amaranth -- Chapter 8. How to Overcome Recalcitrance? Novel Strategies and Recent Advances in the Genetic Transformation of Grain Amaranth -- Chapter 9. Polyploidy and Hybridization for Amaranth Crop Improvement -- Chapter 10. Amaranth Transcription Factors in Response to Biotic and Abiotic Stresses.
    Abstract: This book describes the development of genetic resources in amaranths, with a major focus on genomics, reverse, and forward genetics tools and strategies that have been developed for crop improvement. Amaranth is an ancient crop native to the New World. Interest in amaranths is being renewed, due to their adaptability, stress tolerance, and nutritional value. There are about 65 species in the genus, including Amaranthus caudatus L., A. cruentus L., and A. hypochondriacus L., which are primarily grown as protein-rich grains or pseudocereals. The genus also includes major noxious weeds (e.g., A. palmeri). The amaranths are within the Caryophyllales order and thus many species (e.g., A. tricolor) produce red (betacyanin) or yellow (betaxanthin) betalain pigments, which are chemically distinct from the anthocyanins responsible for red pigmentation in other plants. A. hypochondriacus, which shows disomic inheritance (2n = 32; n= 466 Mb), has been sequenced and annotated with 23,059 protein-coding genes. Additional members of the genus are now also been sequenced including weedy amaranths, other grain amaranths, and their putative progenitors.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030723651
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-72365-1
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    The Moso Bamboo Genome (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Economic Value and Research Significance of Moso Bamboo -- Chapter 2. Moso Bamboo Germplasm Resources in China/World -- Chapter 3. Biological Traits of Moso Bamboo -- Chapter 4. Moso Bamboo Genome -- Chapter 5. Moso Bamboo Transposon -- Chapter 6. Transcriptome of Moso Bamboo -- Chapter 7. Moso Bamboo Alternative Splicing (AS ) and Polyadenylation -- Chapter 8. Characterizations and Function of Transcript Factor Gene families -- Chapter 9. MicroRNAs of Moso Bamboo -- Chapter 10. Mitochondrial Genome of Endophytic Fungi from the Seed of Moso Bamboo -- Chapter 11. Breeding Strategies of Moso Bamboo.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation describing the botanical traits, genetic resources, whole genome sequencing, Mitochondrial genome, transcriptomes of different organs with developmental stages, transcription factors, delineating gene evolution of gene family in Bambusoideae, alternative splicing (AS) and polyadenylation, case studies for economically important traits such as internode length, shoot fast growing, flowering, ageing and stress-resistant genes and small RNAs-mediated gene regulation of moso bamboo flowering and other developmental stages. Applications of transcriptome and genome approaches in moso bamboo in general and the prospects of transgenic breeding and genome editing technologies in bamboo are also discussed. Altogether, the book comprises eleven chapters covered over 200 pages authored by the researchers involved in genomic science, molecular biology, and breeding. This book appeals to graduate students, post-graduate students, research scholars, researchers, and industry players in the field of plantation bamboo in general, bamboo processing and bamboo garden owner and fans of bamboo culture in particular.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030808365
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-80836-5
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    Baccharis : From Evolutionary and Ecological Aspects to Social Uses and Medicinal Applications (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Ecology . ; Conservation biology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant physiology. ; Pharmacology. ; Plant Science. ; Ecology. ; Conservation Biology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Pharmacology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Ecological and Evolutionary pathways -- Chapter 1: The Ecological and Applied Potential of Baccharis -- Chapter 2: Baccharis: Diversity and Distribution -- Chapter 3: The Evolution of Genetic Studies of Baccharis -- Chapter 4: Intersexual Differences in Demography, Resource Investment, and Herbivory in Baccharis -- Chapter 5: Multitrophic and Indirect Interactions in the Baccharis dracunculifolia System -- Chapter 6: Endophytic Fungi of Baccharis -- Chapter 7: Baccharis as Nurse Plants -- Chapter 8: Biological Invasion by Baccharis -- Part II: Structure and Chemistry of Baccharis -- Chapter 9: Morpho-anatomical Characteristics of Species of Baccharis -- Chapter 10: Essential Oils of Baccharis: Chemical Composition and Biological Activities -- Chapter 11: Flavonoids of Baccharis -- Chapter 12: Chemistry and Biological Activities of Phenolic Compounds from Baccharis Genus -- Chapter 13: Baccharis Terpenoid Compounds -- Chapter 14: Macrocyclic Trichothecenes of Baccharis -- Chapter 15: Livestock Intoxication by Baccharis -- Part III: Baccharis: Applications and Innovations -- Chapter 16: An Overview of the Cultural and Popular Use of Baccharis -- Chapter 17: CPQBA 1: First Cultivar Registered and Protected From a Brazilian Medicinal Plant -- Chapter 18: Perspectives of Baccharis Secondary Metabolites as Sources for New Anticancer Drug Candidates -- Chapter 19: Innovation and Knowledge of Prospective Studies on the Genus Baccharis -- Part IV: Propolis of Baccharis -- Chapter 20: Chemical Constituents and Antioxidant Properties of Green Propolis -- Chapter 21: Possible Role of Propolis-derived Components in the Prevention and Treatment of Obesity and Diabetes -- Chapter 22: Effects of the Green Propolis on the Immune Response -- Chapter 23: From Innovation to Market: an Analysis of the Propolis Production Chain.
    Abstract: This book has a broad scope and provides a comprehensive overview of the most up-to-date knowledge of the plant genus Baccharis. The book is organized into four major topics encompassing the evolution, ecology, chemistry, as well as environmental and medical applications of the genus. This publication is a major reference for an audience of practising researchers, academics, PhD students, and other scientists in a wide-ranging collection of fields, from Sociology to Medicine to bioeconomy.
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    Pages: XIX, 578 p. 137 illus., 79 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030835118
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-83511-8
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    Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Resistant Cereal Crops (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomic Improvement of Rice for Drought, Aluminum, and Iron Toxicity Stress Tolerance -- Advances In Breeding For Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Wheat -- Resistance to Abiotic Stress: Theory and Applications in Maize Breeding -- Genetic Diversity for Barley Adaptation to Stressful Environments -- Advances in Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Sorghum -- Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Pearl Millet -- Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Foxtail millet -- Genomic-Assisted Breeding in Finger Millet.
    Abstract: This book presents abiotic stresses that cause crop damage in the range of 6-20%. Understanding the interaction of crop plants to the abiotic stresses caused by heat, cold, drought, flooding, submergence, salinity, acidity, etc., is important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in cereal crops is imperative for addressing FPNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has facilitated precise information about the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to abiotic stresses. The nine chapters each dedicated to a cereal crop in this volume are deliberate on different types of abiotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with crop plants; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to abiotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; are brief on the classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; elucidate on the success stories of genetic engineering for developing abiotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different emerging genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating abiotic stress-resistant crops. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030758752
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-75875-2
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    The Alfalfa Genome (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Economic Importance, Practical Limitations to Production, Management and Breeding Targets of Alfalfa -- Chapter 2. Factors Influencing Yield and Quality -- Chapter 3. The Origin, Evolution and Genetic Diversity of Alfalfa -- Chapter 4. Germplasm Collection, Genetic Resources and Gene Pools in Alfalfa -- Chapter 5. Biotechnology Advances in Alfalfa -- Chapter 6. Sequencing, Assembly and Annotation of the Alfalfa Genome -- Chapter 7. Transcription Factors in Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.): Genome-Wide Identification and a Web Resource Center AlfalfaTFDB -- Chapter 8. Genomics of Forage Quality in Alfalfa -- Chapter 9. Physiological, Morphological, Biochemical, and Genetic Responses of Alfalfa to Salinity -- Chapter 10. Developing SNPs and Strategies for Genomic Analysis in Alfalfa -- Chapter 11. Genomics Resources for Breeding in Alfalfa: Availability, Utility, and Adoption -- Chapter 12. Genomic Selection for Higher Yield and Quality in Alfalfa -- Chapter 13. Identification and Characterization of Disease Resistance Genes in Alfalfa and Medicago truncatula for Breeding Improved Cultivars -- Chapter 14. Genetic and Genomic Assessments for Improving Drought Resilience in Alfalfa -- Chapter 15. Self-Incompatibility, Inbreeding Depression, and Potential to Develop Inbred Lines in Alfalfa -- Chapter 16. Targeted Mutagenesis of Alfalfa.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of deliberations on whole genome sequencing of the diploid and tetraploid alfalfa genomes including sequence assembly, gene annotation, and comparative genomics with the model legume genome, functional genomics, and genomics of important agronomic characters. Other chapters describe the genetic diversity and germplasm collections of alfalfa, as well as development of genetic markers and genome-wide association and genomic selection for economical important traits, genome editing, genomics, and breeding targets to address current and future needs. Altogether, the book contains about 300 pages over 16 chapters authored by globally reputed experts on the relevant field in this crop. This book is useful to the students, teachers, and scientists in the academia and relevant private companies interested in genetics, breeding, pathology, physiology, molecular genetics and breeding, biotechnology, and structural and functional genomics. The work is also useful to seed and forage industries.
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    Pages: XXV, 283 p. 64 illus., 52 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030744663
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-74466-3
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    Spores : Tulips with Fever, Rusty Coffee, Rotten Apples, Sad Oranges, Crazy Basil. Plant Diseases that Changed the World as Well as My Life (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Food Safety measures. ; Plant diseases. ; Agriculture. ; Environment. ; Public health. ; Plant Science. ; Food Safety. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Public Health.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Ancient Spores -- Spores of My Life -- Scary Spores -- Spores of the Future -- Conclusions.
    Abstract: This book aims to describe, though in a quite light way, the social role of plant diseases, letting the reader know the topical importance of plant pathology, as well as the role of plant pathologists in our society. Plant diseases caused, in the past, significant economic losses, deaths, famine, wars, and migration. Some of them marked the history of entire countries. One example among many: the potato late blight in Ireland in 1845. Today plant diseases are still the cause of deaths, often silent, in developing countries, and relevant economic losses in the industrialized ones. This book, written with much passion, neither wants to be a plant pathology text. On the contrary, it wants to describe, in simple words, often enriched by the author's personal experience, various plant diseases that, in different times and countries, did cause severe losses and damages. Besides the so-called “historical plant diseases”, in the process of writing this book, she wanted to describe also some diseases that, though not causing famine or billions of losses, because of their peculiarity, might be of interest for the readers. Thus, this book has not been conceived and written for experts, but for a broader audience, of different ages, willing to learn more about plant health and to understand the reasons why so many people in the past and nowadays choose to be plant pathologists. This is because plants produce most of the food that we consume, that we expect healthy and safe, and because plants make the world beautiful. The title “Spores” is evocative of the reproduction mean of fungi. Spores are small, light structures, often moving fast. The chapters of this book are short and concise. Just like spores!
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    Pages: XXVI, 289 p. 174 illus., 166 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030699956
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69995-6
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    Mineral nutrition of tropical plants (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Forestry. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Forestry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction to Plant Nutrition -- Ion Uptake by Roots -- Foliar Ion Uptake -- Nitrogen -- Sulphur -- Phosphorus -- Potassium -- Calcium -- Magnesium -- Boron -- Zinc -- Manganese -- Iron -- Copper -- Molybdenum -- Chlorine -- Nickel -- Potentially toxic metals -- Visual and Leaf Diagnosis -- Interactions between nutrients.
    Abstract: This textbook aims to describe the role of minerals in plant life cycle; how these nutrients are absorbed, distributed, stored; what functions each mineral plays and the disorders that their excess or absence may cause. From an agronomic perspective, such knowledge is key to boost crop production and improve its quality, and it also helps understand how to better manage fertilizers and prevent environmental issues. The book has focus on tropical agriculture and its specific demands, providing examples of major crops (such as sugarcane, soybeans, coffee etc), silviculture and pasture species.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030712624
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-71262-4
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    Dietary Phytochemicals : A Source of Novel Bioactive Compounds for the Treatment of Obesity, Cancer and Diabetes (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Food science. ; Cancer Prevention. ; Nutrition   . ; Plant Science. ; Food Science. ; Cancer Prevention. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Etiology of obesity, cancer, and diabetes -- 2. Pathophysiology of Obesity and Diabetes -- 3. Pathophysiology of obesity and cancer: Drugs and signaling targets -- 4. Peptides Involved in body weight regulation -- 5. Insulin resistance- a link between obesity and cancer -- 6. Role of the cytoskeletal protein, actin in various diseases -- 7. Diabetes mellitus and its management with plant-based therapy -- 8. Fruits and vegetables as sources of functional phytochemicals for the management of obesity, diabetes, and cancer -- 9. Spices in diabetes, cancer and obesity treatment -- 10. MicroRNAs as Targets of Dietary Phytochemicals in Obesity and Cancer -- 11. Natural phenolic compounds as anti-obesityand anti-cardiovascular disease agent -- 12. Harnessing the Potential of Phytochemicals for Breast Cancer Treatment.
    Abstract: This book presents comprehensive coverage on the importance of good nutrition in the treatment and management of obesity, cancer and diabetes. Naturally occurring bioactive compounds are ubiquitous in most dietary plants available to humans and provide opportunities for the management of diseases. The text provides information about the major causes of these diseases and their association with nutrition. The text also covers the role of dietary phytochemicals in drug development and their pathways. Later chapters emphasize novel bioactive compounds as anti-diabetic, anti-cancer and anti-obesity agents and describe their mechanisms to regulate cell metabolism. Written by global team of experts, Dietary Phytochemicals: A Source of Novel Bioactive Compounds for the Treatment of Obesity, Cancer and Diabetes describes the potentials of novel phytochemicals, their sources, and underlying mechanism of action. The chapters were drawn systematically and incorporated sequentially to facilitate proper understanding. This book is intended for nutritionists, physicians, medicinal chemists, drug developers in research and development, postgraduate students and scientists in area of nutrition and life sciences.
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    Pages: VIII, 265 p. 22 illus., 18 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030729998
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-72999-8
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    The Teak Genome (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Teak: The King of Timbers -- Chapter 2. Teak Plantations and Wood Production -- Chapter 3. Modern Silvicultural Practices and Productivity of Teak -- Chapter 4. Analysis and Modeling of Teak growth: New Perspectives for Productivity Evaluation -- Chapter 5. Economics of Teak -- Chapter 6. Teak Biology and Ecology -- Chapter 7. Teak Wood Chemistry and Natural Durability -- Chapter 8. Wood Properties and their Variations in Teak -- Chapter 9. Seed Biology and Seed Orchard Dynamics in Teak -- Chapter 10. Clonal Teak -- Chapter 11. Clonal Characterization and Variety Registration of Teak -- Chapter 12. Genetic Diversity and Population Genetic Structure of Teak -- Chapter 13. Genetic Improvement of Teak -- Chapter 14. Molecular Physiology of Teak -- Chapter 15. Genome of Teak: Structure and Features -- Chapter 16. Functional Genomics of Teak. .
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive compilation of knowledge on teak biology, ecology, clonal forestry, clonal registration, seed biology, and seed orchards. The teak genetic diversity, the sequenced genome, and transcriptomes from different tissues and their implications in modern tree improvement and material selection have been comprehensively discussed. The book also presents a narrative on wood characterization, wood chemistry, modern silviculture, growth and modelling, and economics of this valued tropical species. Altogether, the book contains about 200 pages over 16 chapters authored by globally reputed experts on the relevant field in this tropical tree. This book is useful to students, teachers, and scientists, and wood-based industries are interested in forestry, biology, seed orchards, breeding, genetic diversity, molecular genetics, in vitro culture, wood chemistry, and structural and functional genomics.
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    Pages: XXV, 265 p. 48 illus., 40 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030793111
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-79311-1
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    Black cumin (Nigella sativa) seeds: Chemistry, Technology, Functionality, and Applications (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Chemistry, Organic. ; Food science. ; Pharmaceutical chemistry. ; Nutrition   . ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Organic Chemistry. ; Food Science. ; Pharmaceutics. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.Introduction to black cumin (Nigella sative): Chemistry, Technology, Functionality and Applications -- Section 1. Nigella sative seeds: Cultivation, Composition and Applications -- 2. Effect of cultivation, fertilization and irrigation practices on Nigella sative yield and quality -- 3. Morphological characters of Nigella sativa -- 4. Micro and macroscopic characterization of traded Nigella sativa seeds using applied systematics techniques -- 5. Composition of Nigella sativa seeds -- 6. Nigella sativa seed peptides (Thionins) -- 7. Black cumin polysaccharides -- 8. Thymoquinone: Chemistry and cunctionality -- 9. Novel Prospective of Nigella sativa Essential Oil Analysis, Culinary and Medicinal Uses -- 10. Rediscovering Nigella Seeds Bioactives Chemical Composition using Metabolomics Technologies -- 11. Health promoting activities of Nigella sativa seeds -- 12. Nigella sativa seed extract in green synthesis and nanocomposite -- 13. Food applications of Nigella sative seeds -- 14. Nutraceutical importance and applications of Nigella sativa seed flour -- 15. Nigella sativa seed cake: nutraceutical significance and applications in the food and cosmetic industry -- 16. Nigella sative seeds in cosmetic products -- 17. Nigella sativa supplementation in ruminant diets: production, health, and environmental perspectives -- 18. Nigella sativa seeds and its derivatives in poultry feed -- 19. Nigella sative Seeds and Its Derivatives in Fish Feed -- Section 2: Nigella sative fixed oil: Chemistry, Technology, Functionality and Applications -- 20. Composition and Functionality of Nigella sativa Fixed Oil -- 21. Effect of processing on the composition and quality of Nigella sativa fixed oil -- 22. Food applications of Nigella sativa Fixed Oil -- 23. Health-Promoting Activities of Nigella sativa Fixed Oil -- 24. Micro- and Nano-encapsulation of Nigella sativa Oil -- 25. Biodiesel Production Potential of Nigella sativa Oil -- Section 3: Nigella sative essential oil: Chemistry, Technology, Functionality and Applications -- 26. Composition and functionality of Nigella sativa essential oil -- 27. Effect of processing on the composition and quality of Nigella sativa essential oil -- 28. Food applications of Nigella sativa essential oil -- 29. Health-promoting activities of Nigella sativa essential oil -- Section 4: Nigella sative seed extracts: Chemistry, Technology, Functionality and Applications -- 30. Composition and Functionality of Nigella sativa Seed Extracts -- 31. Nigella sativa seed extracts in functional foods and nutraceutical applications -- 32. Health promoting activities of Nigella sativa seed extracts.
    Abstract: Recent developments in the field of nutrition have led to increased interest in herbs and medicinal plants as phytochemical-rich sources for functional food, nutraceuticals, and drugs. As research sheds light on the therapeutic potential of various bioactive phytochemicals, the demand for plant extracts and oils has increased. Black cumin or black seeds (Nigella sativa) have particularly widespread nutritional and medicinal applications. In traditional medicine, black seeds are used to manage fatigue and chronic headache. Black seed oil is used as an antiseptic and analgesic remedy and for treatment of joint's pain and stiffness and can be mixed with sesame oil to treat dermatosis, abdominal disorders, cough, headache, fever, liver ailments, jaundice, sore eyes, and hemorrhoids. Thymoquinone, the main constituent in black seed volatile oil, has been shown to suppress carcinogenesis. Black cumin (Nigella sativa) seeds: Chemistry, Technology, Functionality, and Applications presents in detail the chemical composition, therapeutic properties, and functionality of high-value oils, phytochemicals, nutrients, and volatiles of the Nigella sativa seed. Organized by formulation (seeds, fixed oil, essential oil, and extracts), chapters break this seed down into its chemical constituents and explore their role in the development of pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, novel food, natural drugs, and feed. Following numerous reports on the health-promoting activities of Nigella sativa, this is the first comprehensive presentation of the functional, nutritional, and pharmacological traits of Nigella sativa seeds and seed oil constituents.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030487980
    Series Statement: Food Bioactive Ingredients,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-48798-0
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    Nanobiotechnology : Mitigation of Abiotic Stress in Plants (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Abiotic Stress in Plants: Socio-economic Consequences and Crop Plants Responses -- Plant Abiotic Stress Tolerance Mechanisms -- Biotechnology Strategies to Combat Plant Abiotic Stress -- Nanomaterials Fundamentals: Classification, Synthesis and Characterization -- Utilization of Nanobiotechnology in Modern Agriculture -- Contributions of Nano Biosensors in Managing Environmental Stresses under Climate Change Era -- Utilization of Nanobiotechnology to Alleviate Impact of Abiotic Stress in Crop Plants -- Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles Using Different Plant Extracts and their Characterizations -- Applications of Plant-Derived Nanomaterials in Mitigation of Crop Abiotic Stress -- Biosynthesis and Characterization of Microorganisms-Derived Nanomaterials -- Utilization of Nanofertilizers in Plant Tolerance to Abiotic Stress -- Role of Nanomaterials in Regulating Reactive Species as a Signaling Molecule of Abiotic Stress -- Role of Nanomaterials in Regulating Oxidative Stress -- Plant Stress Enzymes Nanobiotechnology -- Plant Stress Hormones Nanobiotechnology -- Effect of Nanoparticle on Plant Growth and Development -- Application of Nanobiotechnology in Overcoming Salinity Stress -- Application of Nanobiotechnology in Overcoming Drought Stress -- Application of Nanobiotechnology in Overcoming Temperature Stress -- Application of Nanobiotechnology in Overcoming Mineral Nutrients Stress -- Nanomaterials Combat Heavy Metals Toxicity by Modulating Oxidative Stress Pathways in Plants -- Nanonutrients: Plant Nutritive and Possible Antioxidant Regulators -- Impact of Nanomaterials Stress on Plants -- Biosafety of Nanomaterials for Plants to Coup with Stress Conditions -- Nanomaterials in Combating Plant Stress: An Approach for Future Applications.
    Abstract: This book provides up-to-date knowledge of the promising field of Nanobiotechnology with emphasis on the mitigation approaches to combat plant abiotic stress factors, including drought, salinity, waterlog, temperature extremes, mineral nutrients, and heavy metals. These factors adversely affect the growth as well as yield of crop plants worldwide, especially under the global climate change. Nanobiotechnology is viewed to revolutionize crop productivity in future. The chapters discuss the status and prospects of this cutting-edge technology toward understanding tolerance mechanisms, including signaling molecules and enzymes regulation in addition to the applications of Nanobiotechnology to combat individual abiotic stress factors. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030736064
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-73606-4
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    Genome Engineering for Crop Improvement (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Genetics. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Source-Sink relationships and its effect on plant productivity: manipulation of primary carbon and starch metabolism -- Transgenic Approaches to Develop Virus Resistance in Rice -- Virus free improved food in the era of bacterial immunity -- Host-induced gene silencing (HIGS): An emerging strategy for the control of fungal plant diseases -- Genetic Engineering for Biotic Stress Management in Rice -- Genome improvement for rust disease resistance in wheat -- Novel technologies for transgenic management for plant virus resistance -- Cisgenesis: Engineering plant genomes by harnessing compatible gene pools -- Improving biotic and abiotic stress tolerance in plants: A CRISPR-Cas approach -- RNA interference (RNAi) in Functional Genomics of Wheat.
    Abstract: This book serves the teachers, researchers and the students as a handy and concise reference as well as guidebook while designing and planning for use of the advanced technologies for crop improvement. The content of the book is designed to cover the latest genome engineering techniques for crop improvement. The conventional breeding has got its limitations such as non-availability of desired genes within the genepool. In many cases, breeding has been highly used and it has nearly reached its highest limit so far as the productivity and production of crops are concerned. However, with increasing need of food and decreasing resources, including water, land, labour, etc., to feed the growing population, the alternative available ways of increasing crop productivity need to be explored and exploited. Genome engineering has a wide scope that includes technologies such as genetic engineering and transgenesis, RNA technologies, CRISPR, cisgenics and subgenics for better productivity and more efficient biotic and abiotic stress management. Therefore, the book is planned to enlighten the readers with the advanced technologies with examples and case studies, whenever possible. Efforts will be made to emphasize on general efforts on various major food crops; however, it would also be made clear that such efforts could be taken as proofs of concepts and that this could be extrapolated keeping the demand in mind.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030633721
    Series Statement: Concepts and Strategies in Plant Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-63372-1
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    Food and Potential Industrial Applications of Bambara Groundnut (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Food science. ; Food security. ; Plant Science. ; Food Science. ; Food Security.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Bambara groundnut perspective -- 2. Agricultural production practices of bambara groundnut -- 3. Pre- and post- harvest handling and storage of bambara grains -- 4. Characteristics of bambara groundnut: description, structure and composition -- 5. Limitations to bambara groundnut utilization -- 6. Bambara groundnut starch -- 7. Bambara groundnut protein -- 8. Phytochemicals in bambara groundnut -- 9. Traditional food uses of bambara groundnut -- 10. Bambara groundnut in complementary feeding -- 11. Microbiology and safety of bambara groundnut -- 12. Potential industrial applications of bambara -- 13. Conclusions and future trends.
    Abstract: Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranea) is a crop native to the Bambara tribe of Mali and is grown as a subsistence crop in Africa. Recent advances in research, however, have brought the crop to the forefront of the sustainable agriculture movement. The Bambara plant is highly drought tolerant and rich in protein and carbohydrates, including starch. These macromolecules have enormous industrial potentials. For example, the starch in Bambara grain has been found to exhibit higher (double) viscosity than conventional corn starch. Modified Bambara groundnut starch has been used to produce edible bioplastics that could be upgraded industrially to suit the fourth industrial revolution shift. Bambara plants are also a natural source of soluble fiber, which is gluten-, lactose- and cholesterol-free, with potential as a stabiliser, thickener and gelling agent as well as a cryoprotectant in frozen products. The health benefits include lowering of cholesterol levels, levelling of blood glucose and as a detoxing aid. Furthermore, several researchers have explored the grain either alone or as composite with cereal and tubers for the development of value-added products. Food and Potential Industrial Applications of Bambara Groundnut presents in a clear, coherent way the research findings on Bambara grain and its status as a promising food and industrial crop.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030739201
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-73920-1
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    Hormones and Plant Response (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plants. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Signalling. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant hormones and plant defense response against pathogens (Marocco) -- Chapter 2. Plant hormones and nutrient deficiency responses (Romera) -- Chapter 3. Seed germination: Explicit cross talk between hormones and ROS (Kar) -- Chapter 4. Hormones and light-regulated seedling development (Datta) -- Chapter 5. Light-mediated regulation of plant hormone metabolism (Freschi) -- Chapter 6. Hormones in photoperiodic flower induction (Kopcewicz) -- Chapter 7. Recent insight into auxin mediated molecular cross talk events associated with regulation of root growth and architecture during abiotic stress in plants(Mukherjee) -- Chapter 8. Abscisic acid and fruit ripening: Its role in grapevine acclimation to the environment, a case study (Berli) -- Chapter 9. Biosynthesis and molecular mechanism of brassinosteroids action (Bajguz) -- Chapter 10. Regulatory role of melatonin in the redox network of plants and plant hormones relationship in stress (Arnao) -- Chapter 11. Tryptophan: A precursor of signaling molecules in higher plants (Corpas) -- Chapter 12. GABA and proline metabolism in response to stress (Signorelli).
    Abstract: This book provides an overview of the recent advancements for plant scientists with a research focus on phytohormones and their responses (nature, occurrence, and functions) in plant cells. This book focuses on the role of phytohormones in biosynthesis, plant sexual reproduction, seed germination and fruit development and ripening. It further highlights the roles of different phytohormones on signaling pathways as well as on photoperiodism/Gravitropism/Thigmotropism. The volume also explores the role of phytohormones in gene expression and plant melatonin and serotonin and covers how plant hormones react in case of stress/defence response (metals/metalloids/pathogen). Last but not least, this volume also discusses phytohormones in the context of new regulatory molecules such as Nitric oxide, hydrogen sulfide, melatonin.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030774776
    Series Statement: Plant in Challenging Environments, 2
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-77477-6
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    Hydrogen Sulfide and Plant Acclimation to Abiotic Stresses (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Signalling. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Hydrogen sulfide on the crossroad of regulation, protection, interaction and signaling in plant systems under different environmental conditions -- Chapter 2. Hydrogen sulfide: A road ahead for abiotic stress tolerance in plants -- Chapter 3. Functional interaction of hydrogen sulfide with nitric oxide, calcium, and reactive oxygen species under abiotic stress in plants -- Chapter 4. Hydrogen sulfide and redox homeostasis for alleviation of heavy metal stress -- Chapter 5. Effect of hydrogen sulfide on the osmotic adjustment of plants under different abiotic stresses -- Chapter 6. Hydrogen sulfide and stomatal movement -- Chapter 7. Hydrogen sulfide and fruit ripening -- Chapter 8. Hydrogen sulfide impact on seed biology under abiotic stress -- Chapter 9. Hydrogen sulfide signaling in the defense response of plants to abiotic stresses -- Chapter 10. A transcriptomic and proteomic view of hydrogen sulfide signaling in plant abiotic stress -- Chapter 11. Cysteine and hydrogen sulfide: a complementary association for plant acclimation to abiotic stress -- Chapter 12. Hydrogen sulfide and posttranslational modification of proteins: a defense strategy against abiotic stress.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the role of hydrogen sulfide in the protection of plants against abiotic stresses and abiotic stress-induced complications by the way of converging advanced key methods of proteomics, genomics, and metabolomics. It provides an update on the biosynthesis, signaling, and mechanism of action of hydrogen sulfide in combating abiotic stresses in plants. Also, special emphasis is given to the interaction of hydrogen sulfide with other signaling molecules (such as nitric oxide, carbon monoxide, hydrogen peroxide etc.), phytohormones, mineral nutrients, ions, and ion channels in plants. This work, uniquely, covers key aspects of hydrogen sulfide signaling in relation to abiotic stresses in plants, including programmed cell death, stomatal movement, and fruit ripening.
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    Pages: X, 238 p. 16 illus., 12 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030736781
    Series Statement: Plant in Challenging Environments, 1
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-73678-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-73678-1
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    Jasmonates and Salicylates Signaling in Plants (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant genetics. ; Bioclimatology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Genetics. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Jasmonates and Salicylates: Mechanisms, Transport and Signalling during Abiotic Stress in Plants -- Salicylic acid and jasmonic acid in generating salt stress tolerant plants -- Role of Jasmonic and Salicylic acid signaling in plants under UV-B stress -- Plant Responses to Exogenous Salicylic and Jasmonic Acids under Drought Stress -- Role of jasmonic acid and salicylic acid signaling in secondary metabolite production -- Role of jasmonates and salicylates in plant allelopathy -- Jasmonate: A versatile messenger in plants -- The crucial role of jasmonates in enhancing heavy metals tolerance in plants -- Jasmonates: The Fine-Tuning Bio-Regulators and their Crosstalk with Plant Reproductive Biology -- Role of Jasmonates in pathogenesis and crosstalk of Jasmonates with other hormones -- Methyl Jasmonate and its Application for Improving Postharvest Quality of Fruits -- Salicylic acid signalling under stress conditions in plants -- Function of Mediator in regulating salicylic acid mediated signaling and responses in plants -- The Hidden Pathways Affecting Salicylic Acid Signaling in Plants -- Salicylic Acid (SA): Its interaction with different molecules in the stress tolerance signaling pathways.
    Abstract: Demand for agricultural crops and nutritional requirement continues to escalate in response to increasing population. Also, climate change exerts adverse effects on agriculture crop productivity. Plant researchers have, therefore, focused to identify the scientific approaches that minimize the negative impacts of climate change on agricultural crops. Thus, it is the need of the hour to expedite the process for improving stress tolerance mechanisms in agricultural crops against various environmental factors, in order to fulfil the world’s food demand. Among the various applied approaches, the application of phytohormones has gained significant attention in inducing stress tolerance mechanisms. Jasmonates are phytohormones with ubiquitous distribution among plants and generally considered to modulate many physiological events in higher plants such as defence responses, flowering and senescence. Also, jasmonates mediate plant responses to many biotic and abiotic stresses by triggering a transcriptional reprogramming that allows cells to cope with pathogens and stresses. Likewise, salicylates are important signal molecules for modulating plant responses to environmental stresses. Salicylic acid influences a range of diverse processes in plants, including seed germination, stomatal closure, ion uptake and transport, membrane permeability and photosynthetic and growth rate. Understanding the significant roles of these phytohormones in plant biology and from agriculture point of view, the current subject has recently attracted the attention of scientists from across the globe. Therefore, we bring forth a comprehensive book “Jasmonates and Salicylates Signalling in Plants” highlighting the various prospects involved in the current scenario. The book comprises chapters from diverse areas dealing with biotechnology, molecular biology, proteomics, genomics, metabolomics, etc. We are hopeful that this comprehensive book furnishes the requisite of all those who are working or have interest in this topic.
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    ISBN: 9783030758059
    Series Statement: Signaling and Communication in Plants,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-75805-9
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    Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of South America Vol. 2 : Argentina, Chile and Uruguay (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Pharmacology. ; Pharmacy. ; Ethnology Latin America. ; Culture. ; Plant Science. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Pharmacology. ; Pharmacy. ; Latin American Culture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Herbal Medicines in Argentina, Chile and Uruguay -- Chapter 2. The Native Floras of Argentina, Chile and Uruguay as Sources of Aromatic Products -- Chapter 3. Acantholippia seriphioides -- Chapter 4. Adesmia boronioides -- Chapter 5. Aloysia gratissima -- Chapter 6. Aloysia polystachya -- Chapter 7. Aristotelia chilensis -- Chapter 8. Artemisia copa -- Chapter 9. Aspidosperma quebracho blanco -- Chapter 10. Baccharis dracunculifolia -- Chapter 11. Baccharis tola and B. boliviensis -- Chapter 12. Berberidaceae from Chile -- Chapter 13. Bulnesia sarmientoi -- Chapter 14. Calceolaria spp -- Chapter 15. Dysphania ambrosioides -- Chapter 16. Chiliotrichum diffusum -- Chapter 17. Cissampelos spp -- Chapter 18. Colliguaja integérrima -- Chapter 19. Crinodermum spp -- Chapter 20. Cyclolepis genistoides -- Chapter 21. Eugenia uniflora -- Chapter 22. Fabiana imbricata -- Chapter 23. Fabiana spp -- Chapter 24. Gentianella spp -- Chapter 25. Gleditsia amorphoides -- Chapter 26. Hydrocotyle bonariensis -- Chapter 27. Ibicella lutea -- Chapter 28. Ilex paraguariensis -- Chapter 29. Ligaria cuneifolia -- Chapter 30. Lippia turbinata and L. fissicalyx -- Chapter 31. Lithraea molleoides -- Chapter 32. Madia sativa -- Chapter 33. Minthostachys mollis -- Chapter 34. Mulinum spinosum -- Chapter 35. Nectandra spp -- Chapter 36. Nothofagus antárctica -- Chapter 37. Parastrephia spp -- Chapter 38. Passiflora spp -- Chapter 39. Peumus boldus -- Chapter 40. Picrasma crenata -- Chapter 41. Quillaja brasiliensis -- Chapter 42. Quillaja saponaria -- Chapter 43. Schinus molle & S. areira -- Chapter 44. Solanum crispum -- Chapter 45. Solanum sisymbrifolium -- Chapter 46. Tagetes minuta -- Chapter 47. Zuccagnia punctata.
    Abstract: This volume, as the seventh of the series Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World, deals with the medicinal and aromatic plant (MAPs) treasures of the so-called Southern Cone, the three southernmost countries (Argentina, Chile and Uruguay) of South America. Similarly to the previous volumes of the series, the main focus is to collect and provide information on major aspects of botany, traditional usage, chemistry, production / collection practices, trade and utilization of this specific group of plants. The contributors, who are recognized professionals and specialist of the domain, have collected and present state of the art information on 41 species. Most of these are not only of interest from the scientific point of view, but hold also a potential for the prospective utilization of the decreasing, occasionally overexploited / endangered medicinal plant resources of this huge continent. The book is expected to serve as a source of information also on some less known or less studied species. As such the volume is expected to support future research and public health professionals.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030628185
    Series Statement: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World, 7
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-62818-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-62818-5
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    The Lingzhi Mushroom Genome (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Lingzhi, An Overview -- Chapter 2. The Trend of Ganoderma lucidum Research (1936-2019) -- Chapter 3. The Nuclear Genome of Lingzhi Mushroom -- Chapter 4. Lingzhi Mitochondrial Genome -- Chapter 5. Transcriptome of Lingzhi -- Chapter 6. Proteomic Characterization of Lingzhi -- Chapter 7. Noncoding RNAs in Lingzhi Mushroom -- Chapter 8. Biosynthetic Pathway and Signal Transduction Regulation of Ganoderic Acid Biosynthesis in Lingzhi -- Chapter 9. Genetic Transformation System -- Chapter 10. Cancer Immunotherapy of Ganoderma -- Chapter 11. A Comprehensive Meta-Analysis on the Effectiveness and Safety of Lingzhi -- Chapter 12. Survey of Lingzhi Health Foods and Drugs.
    Abstract: This book becomes an invaluable reference on the genetic resources, genome, genes, chemical compounds, and their therapeutic effects for the Lingzhi mushrooms. It is the first comprehensive compilation of genetic resources, nuclear genome, mitochondrial genome, genes, noncoding RNAs, such as long intergenic noncoding RNAs, microRNAs, circular RNAs, genes in the biosynthetic pathway, chemical compounds and their therapeutic effects, transformation system for the expression of key genes, a bibliometric analysis to identify the past research work and the future research direction, and a survey of products derived from the Lingzhi mushrooms. Each chapter of this book is written by authors of globally reputed experts on the relevant field who had published high-quality articles in the corresponding subject. The book has 12 chapters and each chapter has a length of approximately ten thousand words, including ten items (tables or figures), about 30–50 references. This book is useful to the students, teachers, and scientists in academia and relevant private companies interested in horticulture, genetics, physiology, molecular genetics, and breeding, in vitro culture and genetic engineering, and structural and functional genomics. This book is also useful to seed and pharmaceutical industries.
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    Pages: XVI, 229 p. 103 illus., 83 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9783030757106
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-75710-6
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    Plant Growth and Stress Physiology (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plants. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Signalling. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant stress, acclimation, and adaptation: A review (Gupta) -- Chapter 2. Insights into role of invisible partners in plant growth and development (Sathishkumar) -- Chapter 3. How do plants sense, respond and memorize heat stimuli? (Suzuki) -- Chapter 4. From beneficial bacteria to microbial derived elicitors: biotechnological applications to improve fruit quality (Solano) -- Chapter 5. Come hell or high water: breeding profile of eucalyptus tolerance to abiotic stress focusing water deficit (Toledo Picoli) -- Chapter 6. Organic fertilization of fruit trees as an alternative to mineral fertilizers: effect on plant growth, yield, fruit quality and environment (Baldi) -- Chapter 7. Hydrogen peroxide concentration as an indicator of abiotic oxidative stress response of invasive macophyte species Egeria densa (Asaeda) -- Chapter 8. Opportunities of revegetation and bioenergy production in marginal areas -- Chapter 9. Biochar behaviour and the influence of soil microbial community (Anyanwu) -- Chapter 10. New insights into the functional role of nitric oxide and reactive oxygen species in plant response to biotic and abiotic stress conditions (Barroso) -- Chapter 11. Selenium transport, accumulation and toxicity in plants (Shin) -- Chapter 12. Selenium in algae: Bioaccumulation and toxicity (Maronić).
    Abstract: This book aims to emphasize on basic concepts of plant growth, acclimation, and their adaptation to environment in changing conditions. The book will provide an updated perspective on the physical/mechanical stress, including biotic and abiotic stress, and induced responses in higher plants. This volume will also include a view of the stress recognition by plants and the cell signaling events triggered as a consequence, and will also address an appraisal of the plant oxidative stress metabolism under those circumstances. The book will explore how soil minerals and microbes are affecting plant growth, including elicitors and novel compounds which stimulate plant growth and the defence mechanisms issued by plants. This volume will also cover an overview on the enzymes which may regulate plant growth, as well as the evidences of the involvement of phytohormones and other signalling molecules in plant growth.
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    Pages: VIII, 281 p. 37 illus., 19 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030784201
    Series Statement: Plant in Challenging Environments, 3
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-78420-1
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    Rhizobiology: Molecular Physiology of Plant Roots (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant genetics. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Root apex cognition: from molecules to root-fungal networks -- Root architectural plasticity in changing nutrient availability -- Molecular physiology of nitrate sensing by roots -- Root zones work in concert in exploring heterogeneous environments and conferring tip growth -- Role of Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in root development with a new dimension in the root web network -- Ally or foe: Role of soil microbiota in shaping root architecture in plants -- Role of miRNAs in shaping root architecture in higher plants -- Rooting the right way: The role of glucose signaling in regulating root development in plants -- Plant hormonal crosstalk: a nexus of root development -- Dynamic pool of nitric oxide in rhizosphere modulates root architecture, nutrient acquisition and stress tolerance in plants -- Role of nitric oxide as a double edged sword in root growth and development -- Role of plant auxin and their interplay in root development -- Interaction of cytokinin and ethylene in the regulation of primary root growth and development -- Role of brassinosteroids in root growth and development -- Precise role of strigolactones and its crosstalk mechanisms in root development -- Crosstalk of Jasmonates with phytohormones accompanying root growth, development and microbe-interaction -- Jasmonates: A thorough insight into the mechanism of biosynthesis, signaling and action in root growth and development -- Serotonin and Melatonin: Role in rhizogenesis, root development and Signaling -- Suberin in monocotyledonous crop plants: structure and function in response to abiotic stresses -- Hitting hard times: Effect of abiotic stress on root physiology -- An approach in updating plant metabolomics in roots to tolerate anaerobic submergence stress -- Role of heavy-metal resistant bacteria isolated from rhizosphere in bioremediation and plant development -- Understanding the regulation of root development towards crop improvement towards environmental stresses -- In vitro biosynthesis of natural products in plant roots.
    Abstract: This book discusses the recent advancements in the role of various biomolecules in regulating root growth and development. Rhizobiology is a dynamic sub discipline of plant science which collates investigations from various aspects like physiology, biochemistry, genetic analysis and plant–microbe interactions. The physiology and molecular mechanisms of root development have undergone significant advancements in the last couple of decades. Apart from the already known conventional phytohormones (IAA, GA, cytokinin, ethylene and ABA), certain novel biomolecules have been considered as potential growth regulators or hormones regulating plant growth and development. Root phenotyping and plasticity analysis with respect to the specific functional mutants of each biomolecule shall provide substantial information on the molecular pathways of root signaling. Special emphasis provides insights on the tolerance and modulatory mechanisms of root physiology in response to light burst, ROS generation, agravitrophic response, abiotic stress and biotic interactions. Root Apex Cognition: From Neuronal Molecules to Root-Fungal Networks and Suberin in Monocotyledonous Crop Plants: Structure and Function in Response to Abiotic Stresses” are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030849856
    Series Statement: Signaling and Communication in Plants,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-84985-6
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    Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistant Cereal Crops (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistant Rice -- Globally Important Wheat Diseases: Status, Challenges, Breeding and Genomic tools to enhance resistance durability -- Resistance to Biotic Stress: Theory and Applications in Maize Breeding -- Molecular Strategies for Managing Disease Resistance in Barley -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistance In Sorghum -- Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Resistance in Pearl Millet -- Genomic Designing for Biotic Stress Tolerance in Foxtail millet -- Genomic Designing For Biotic Stress Resistance In Finger Millet.
    Abstract: This book presents deliberations on molecular and genomic mechanisms underlying the interactions of crop plants to the biotic stresses caused by different diseases and pests that are important to develop resistant crop varieties. Knowledge on the advanced genetic and genomic crop improvement strategies including molecular breeding, transgenics, genomic-assisted breeding, and the recently emerging genome editing for developing resistant varieties in cereal crops is imperative for addressing FHNEE (food, health, nutrition, energy, and environment) security. Whole genome sequencing of these crops followed by genotyping-by-sequencing has provided precise information regarding the genes conferring resistance useful for gene discovery, allele mining, and shuttle breeding which in turn opened up the scope for 'designing' crop genomes with resistance to biotic stresses. The eight chapters each dedicated to a cereal crop in this volume elucidate on different types of biotic stresses and their effects on and interaction with the crop; enumerate on the available genetic diversity with regard to biotic stress resistance among available cultivars; illuminate on the potential gene pools for utilization in interspecific gene transfer; present brief on classical genetics of stress resistance and traditional breeding for transferring them to their cultivated counterparts; depict the success stories of genetic engineering for developing biotic stress-resistant crop varieties; discuss on molecular mapping of genes and QTLs underlying stress resistance and their marker-assisted introgression into elite varieties; enunciate on different genomics-aided techniques including genomic selection, allele mining, gene discovery, and gene pyramiding for developing adaptive crop varieties with higher quantity and quality of yields, and also elaborate some case studies on genome editing focusing on specific genes for generating biotic stress-resistant crops. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030758790
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-75879-0
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    The Moringa Genome (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Moringa and Its Importance -- Chapter 2. Botanical Descriptions of Moringa spp -- Chapter 3. Effect of Different Processing Methods on Nutritional Content of Moringa Oleifera -- Chapter 4. Medicinal and Therapeutic Properties of Moringa -- Chapter 5. Classical Genetics and Traditional Breeding in Moringa -- Chapter 6. Cytogenetical Analysis of Moringa Genome -- Chapter 7. Genetic Diversity of Moringa (Moringa oleifera Lam.) -- Chapter 8. Tissue Culture and Genetic Engineering in Moringa -- Chapter 9. Molecular Markers and DNA Barcoding in Moringa -- Chapter 10. Genome Sequencing, Organellar Genomes and Comparative Genomics in Moringa -- Chapter 11. Moringa Functional Genomics: Implications of Long Read Sequencing Technologies -- Chapter 12. Bioinformatics Tools and Moringa Genomics -- Chapter 13. Biogenic Nanomaterials Using Moringa and their Applications -- Chapter 14. Moringa Processing and Value Addition: Rice Analogue from Broken Rice Fortified with Moringa Leaves and Its Effect on Iron Availability -- Chapter 15. Moringa and Its Genome: Future Prospects.
    Abstract: This book provides updated and all-inclusive data and evidences for Moringa botany, cytogenetical analysis, genetic resources and diversity, classical genetics, traditional breeding, tissue culture, genetic transformation, whole-genome sequencing, comparative genomics and elucidation on applications of functional genomics, nanotechnology, bioinformatics, processing and value addition besides providing perspectives of medicinal and therapeutic properties of Moringa. Moringa gained global attention in the recent past owing to its unique blend of affordable nutraceutical and pharmaceutical compounds in all parts of the plants. Scientific literatures supporting its health benefits besides the studies on its utility in various fields are scattered on several reports. This book is written by renowned global subject experts by compiling and narrating it in a sober style.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030809560
    Series Statement: Compendium of Plant Genomes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-80956-0
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    Local Food Plants of Brazil (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant ecology. ; Food security. ; Plant Science. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant Ecology. ; Food Security.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Part 1. Basics on Food Plants and Biodiversity in a Multidisciplinary Approach -- Food Biodiversity Key Concepts -- Food Systems towards Food and Nutrition Security: The Food Biodiversity Role -- Biodiversity, Cultural Diversity and Food Cultures -- Unconventional Food Plants: Food or Medicine? -- The Potential of Unconventional Food Plants for Improving Diets and Nutrition -- Part 2. Brazilian Food Plants: An Overview -- Brazilian Unconventional Food Plants and National Policies to Strengthen Food and Nutrition Security through Biodiversity -- Food Plants from Brazilian Biodiversity as a Source of Bioactive Compounds -- Natural Toxins in Brazilian Unconventional Food Plants: A Review -- Part 3. Ethnobotanical Knowledge of Brazilian Food Plants -- Brazilian Food Plants Reported by Scientific Travelers and Naturalists: Key Plants from the Past to the Future -- Brazilian Food Plants and Indigenous People: Trends in Archaeobotany -- Famine Foods: Thoughts from a Caatinga Research Experience -- Part 4. Nutritional Composition Data on Brazilian Food Plants by Biome -- Food Plants in Cerrado -- Food Plants in Caatinga -- Food Plants in Pampas -- Food Plants in Amazonia -- Food Plants in Pantanal -- Food Plants in Atlantic Rainforest -- Part 5. Consumption of Brazilian Food Plants -- Challenges to Assess Sustainable Diets in Nutritional Science: A Case Study in Caatinga Biome -- Potential for Popularization of Unconventional Food Plants Based on Local Perception -- Potential of Unconventional Food Plants Value Chains -- Food Plants of Brazilian's Sociobiodiversity in the National School Feeding Program -- Part 6. Learning and Teaching Brazilian Food Plants -- E-Learning through Social Networking Sites: A Case Study from Facebook -- Plant Identification Using Artificial Intelligence: Innovative Strategies for Teaching Food Biodiversity -- A Garden Laboratory: Food Biodiversity Research Skills for Nutrition Students -- The "PANC na City" and "Horta City Lapa" Experiences: Learning and Teaching on Unconventional Food Plants in the Brazilian Urban Context -- Food Sovereignty for Lunch: Workshops in an Unconventional Farm -- Index.
    Abstract: There has been growing academic interest in food plants. This is a subject that lies at the frontiers of knowledge of various areas, such as environmental sciences, nutrition, public health, and humanities. To date, however, we do not have a book bringing these multi-disciplinary perspectives to bear on this complex field. This book presents the current state of knowledge on Brazilian food plants through a multidisciplinary approach, including an overview of food plants in Brazil, as well as comprehensive nutritional data. It compiles basic theories on the interrelationship between biodiversity and the security of food and nutrition, ethnobotanical knowledge of Brazilian food plants, as well as various methods of learning and teaching, including through social media, artificial intelligence, and through workshops.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030691394
    Series Statement: Ethnobiology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69139-4
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    Salicylic Acid - A Versatile Plant Growth Regulator (2021)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Plant elicitation with salicylic acid as a tool for enhance bioactive compounds -- Chapter 2 Salicylic acid increases root size that favours the absorption and accumulation of macro and micronutrients that contribute to biomass production -- Chapter 3 The role of salicylic acid in plant reproductive development -- Chapter 4 The role of salicylic acid in pre- and post-harvest attributes in horticulture -- Chapter 5 Foliar applications of salicylic acid for improving crop tolerance to drought stress: a review -- Chapter 6 Salicylic acid and drought stress response: physiological to genomics principle -- Chapter 7 Interplay between environmental signals and endogenous salicylic acid -- Chapter 8 The role of salicylic acid in crops to tolerate abiotic stresses -- Chapter 9 Interplay between salicylates and jasmonates under stress -- Chapter 10 Increasing evidence on the relationship between salicylic acid and polyamines in plants -- Chapter 11 Salicylic acid and melatonin crosstalk in plants -- Chapter 12 A dynamic crosstalk between GSH and salicylic acid to mitigate environmental stress -- Chapter 13 Crosstalk between salicylic acid signalling and betalains biosynthesis -- Chapter 14 Regulation of SA-mediated signal transduction in plant immune system -- Chapter 15 The role of phytohormones including salicylic acid in potato tuber development -- Chapter 16 Potato virus elimination as short and long-term effect of salicylic acid is mediated by oxidative stress and induction of tolerance to thermotherapy or cryotherapy -- Chapter 17 The role of salicylic acid in mitigation of biotic stress -- Chapter 18 The role of salicylic acid in the immune system of plants.
    Abstract: Phytohormones are known to affect the growth and development of plant directly as well as indirectly. Salicylic acid (SA) is a phenolic phytohormone which induces systemic resistance in plants and also regulates defence responses. The derivatives of SA also play an important role in the regulation of various physiological and developmental processes in plants under normal and stressful environmental conditions. SA regulates seed germination, photosynthesis, ethylene biosynthesis, enzyme activities, nutrition, flowering, legume nodulation and overall growth and development of plant. Recently, advancement in elucidating the specific pathways of SA signal transduction has been noticed which helps in understanding the expression of specific genes associated with different developmental programs. The horizon of SA-mediated regulation of various physiological processes has also expanded, and various studies enumerating the efficacy of exogenously applied SA in practical agriculture have also been documented. Therefore, information regarding such recent developments needs to be compiled in the form of a book. This book aims to provide a collective information regarding SA which makes it a versatile plant growth regulator. The chapters included both theoretical and practical aspects that could be of immense use for researches and possible significant developments in future. It is intended that this book will be a help for students, teachers, and researchers, in understanding the relation between the phytohormone and agricultural sciences.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030792299
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-79229-9
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    Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of North America (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to MAPs in the North America -- Chapter 2. Dr. Duke's Phytochemical and Ethnobotanical databases, a cornerstone in the validation of ethnoveterinary medicinal plants, as demonstrated by data on pets in British Columbia -- Chapter 3. Pharmacopoeial Wild Medicinal Plants of North America -- Chapter 4. Medicinal Plant Products, a Discussion of Actual or Probable versus Perceived Sources -- Chapter 5. Juniper species in North America to the same species in Europe with respect to phytochemistry and bioactivity -- Chapter 6. Mentha Genetic Diversity at the US National Clonal Germplasm Repository in Corvallis, Oregon -- Chapter 7. Advances in the research of basil -- Chapter 8. Advances in ther research of catnip -- Chapter 9. Diversity, conservation and sustainable harvest of medicinal plants in North America -- Chapter 10. The Great botanist, Jim Duke -- Chapter 11. TBC -- Chapter 12. Taxol or the story of the American yew -- Chapter 13. The Indian Tobacco -- Chapter 14. The American Elderberry -- Chapter 15. The American Ginseng.
    Abstract: This volume is aimed at offering an insight into the present knowledge of the vast domain of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants with a focus on North America. In this era of global climate change the volume is meant to provide an important contribution to a better understanding of the diverse world of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant research, production and utilization.
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    Pages: VIII, 342 p. 59 illus., 24 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030449308
    Series Statement: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of the World, 6
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-44930-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-44930-8
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    Progress in Botany Vol. 81 (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Forestry. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Biotic communities. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Science. ; Forestry. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Ecosystems. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Nitrogen and Sulfur Metabolism in Microalgae and Plants: 50 Years of Research -- 2. Progress Toward Deep Sequencing-Based Discovery of Stress-Related MicroRNA in Plants and Available Bioinformatics Tools -- 3. Recent Advances in MS-Based Plant Proteomics: Proteomics Data Validation Through Integration with Other Classic and -Omics Approaches -- 4. Membrane Trafficking and Plant Signaling -- 5. Molecular Aspects of Iron Nutrition in Plants -- 6. Urea in Plants: Metabolic Aspects and Ecological Implications -- 7. Biosynthesis and Regulation of Secondary Cell Wall -- 8. Stress-Induced Microspore Embryogenesis in Crop Plants: Cell Totipotency Acquisition and Embryo Development -- 9. Potential of Microalgae Biomass for the Sustainable Production of Bio-commodities -- 10. Crassulacean Acid Metabolism and Its Role in Plant Acclimatization to Abiotic Stresses and Defence Against Pathogens -- 11. The Role of the Shikimate and the Phenylpropanoid Pathways in Root-Knot Nematode Infection -- 12. Functional Diversity of Photosynthesis, Plant-Species Diversity, and Habitat Diversity -- 13. When the Tree Let Us See the Forest: Systems Biology and Natural Variation Studies in Forest Species -- 14. The Ecological Importance of Winter in Temperate, Boreal, and Arctic Ecosystems in Times of Climate.
    Abstract: With one volume each year, this series keeps scientists and advanced students informed of the latest developments and results in all areas of the plant sciences. The present volume includes reviews on plant physiology, biochemistry, genetics and genomics, forests, and ecosystems.
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    Pages: XIII, 399 p. 47 illus., 38 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030363277
    Series Statement: Progress in Botany, 81
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-36327-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-36327-7
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    The Geography of Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) : The "King" of Spices – Volume 1 (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Food science. ; Plant ecology. ; Economic geography. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Food Science. ; Plant Ecology. ; Economic Geography. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Chapter 1 Introduction -- Chapter 2 The Pepper Plant—Its Botany and Chemistry -- Chapter 3 Pepper Agronomy -- Chapter 4 The Role of the Nutrient Buffer Power Concept in Pepper Nutrition -- Chapter 5 Establishing a Pepper Plantation -- Chapter 6 Pepper Pests and Their Control -- Chapter 7 The Processing of Black Pepper on Farm -- Chapter 8 An Account of Indonesian Pepper Processing -- Chapter 9 Industrial Processing of Black Pepper -- Chapter 10 The Future of the Global Pepper Economy -- Chapter 11 Pepper Economy in India -- Chapter 12 Pepper Pharmacopoeia -- Chapter 13 Consumer Products Out of Black Pepper -- Chapter 14 Value Addition in Pepper -- Chapter 15 Conclusions and a Peep Into Pepper’s Future -- PRECISE QUANTIFICATION OF PLANT NUTRIENT BIO AVAILABILITY FOR BLACK PEPPER AND CARDAMOM -- TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS IN SPICES RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT!!!.
    Abstract: This book considers all aspects of black pepper from its growth, as a flowering vine, to how the dried fruit (peppercorn) is used as a spice and traded as a commodity. It is the economic mainstay of several India states and, principally, in Kerala State, with the Indian subcontinent being the largest black pepper producer. Indonesia has also emerged as a large producer of black pepper. Black pepper commands a leading position among the spices and has an immense commercial importance to world trade, finding its way onto the dining table of millions around the world, on the European and North American continents, and Japan. The use of black pepper ranges from a simple dietary component and flavour enhancer, to that of a spice with huge pharmacological benefits. .
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    Pages: XIV, 162 p. 24 illus., 19 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030528652
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-52865-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-52865-2
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    Beyond IPM: Introduction to the Theory of Holistic Pest Management (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Zoology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Zoology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction: Beyond IPM -- 2. The Nature of Integrated Pest Management -- 3. The Need for a Holistic Approach to Pest Management -- 4. Theoretical Support of Holistic Pest Management -- 5. Methods for analysis of Holistic Pest Management -- 6. Implementing Holistic Pest Management -- 7. Holistic Science in Pest Management: Winds of Change.
    Abstract: About 15 years ago, we asked ourselves why the methods developed by the research institutions for the management of pests were almost not used by small landholder farmers. It seemed obvious to us that conventional pest control –called “Integrated Pest Management”– was based on a reductionist approach. In reviewing the literature on the subject, we found that our concern was not new or unique. The agreement of some authors with our ideas reinforced our efforts to find a holistic approach to pest management. We took two central ideas to develop the holistic approach: First, pest management actions must put the farmer at the center of the system. Second, pest management must consider not only both pests but the other important components of the system in question. This approach based on the farmers and the systems in which they are immersed, is called “Holistic Pest Management” or HPM. In this book, I present the philosophy and practice of HPM, a new paradigm of pest management.
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    Pages: XXX, 154 p. 34 illus., 8 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030433703
    Series Statement: Sustainability in Plant and Crop Protection, 15
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-43370-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-43370-3
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    Phytoremediation : In-situ Applications (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Pollution. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Pollution. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: In-Situ Phytoremediation of Metals -- Phytoremediation of Organic Pollutants -- Phytoremediation of Agricultural Pollutants -- Prinicples of Phytoremediation -- Rhizobacteria enhance root exudation, metal uptake and plant growth under abiotic stress -- Exploiting the Rhizosphere for Phytoremediation Enhancement -- Phytoremiediation of metals by aquatic macrophytes -- Phytoremediation using crop plants -- Phytoremediation using algae -- Impact of munitions compounds on native vegetation -- Phytoremediation of soils contaminated by hydrocarbon -- Exploitation of Rhizosphere for Phytoenhancement of HM Contaminated Industrial Soils using MYCORRHIZOREMEDIATION Technology -- Phytoremediation using Native Plants -- Phytoremediation using Aquatic Plants -- Growing Role of Biotechnology in Phytoremediation -- History of Phytoremediation -- Exploiting the Rhizosphere for Phytoremediation Enhancement -- Phytoremediation of wastewater -- Rhizosphere for Phytoremediation Enhancement.
    Abstract: This book provides in-situ phytoremediation strategies that are particularly well suited for developing nations. Its goal is to promote the use of field-tested phytoremediation methods for removing soil and water pollutants from agricultural, industrial, military, and municipal sources. These strategies include using algae and a variety of aquatic and terrestrial plants. The book subsequently discusses the use of crops and native plants for phytoremediation, and how phytoremediation efforts impact the rhizosphere. After having finished the book, readers will be able to directly adapt the strategies described here for their specific purposes. .
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    Pages: VIII, 367 p. 38 illus., 28 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030000998
    Series Statement: Concepts and Strategies in Plant Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-00099-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-00099-8
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    Teucrium Species: Biology and Applications (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Food science. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Food Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Systematics and Biogeography of the Genus Teucrium (Lamiaceae) -- Chapter 2 Morphological Characteristics of Teucrium Species: Vegetative Morphology -- Chapter 3 Morphological Characteristics of Teucrium Species: Generative Morphology -- Chapter 4 Ecology of Teucrium Species: Habitat Related Metal Content Dynamics -- Chapter 5 Ethnobotanical Features of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 6 Phenolic Compounds Diversity of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 7 Essential Oils Diversity of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 8 Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species With Toxic Effects -- Chapter 9 Genotoxic Activity of Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 10 Antioxidant Activity of Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 11 Antiviral Activity of Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 12 Antibacterial and Antifungal Activity of Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 13 Anticancer Activity of Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 14 Anticholinesterase, Antidiabetic and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Secondary Metabolites of Teucrium Species -- Chapter 15 Application of Teucrium Species: Current Challenges and Further Perspectives.
    Abstract: Teucrium species are an intersting object of research in the various aspects of science with multiple applications. With more than 300 species, Teucrium is one of the largest and well distributed genera of the Lamiaceae family. Known medicinal Teucrium species have a long traditional use as well as different potential applications in pharmacy, food and beverage industry. Teucrium species are very rich in a variety of secondary metabolites with significant biological activities. Based on that, the book contains 15 chapters which discusses recent advances in exploring the unique features of Teucriumspecies including morphology, systematics, taxonomy, biogeography, ethnobotany, phytochemistry, biological activity such as genotoxic, antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, anticancer, anticholinesterase, antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory activity of secondary metabolites as well as applications including current challenges and further perspectives. Some medicinal Teucrium species in excessive use can cause certain consequences. This phenomenon and precaution is also described. Whilst this book is primarily aimed at scientists, researchers, beginners in the investigations of Teucrium species, graduate and post-graduate students in biology, botany, biotechnology, agriculture, and pharmacy, as well as science enthusiasts and practitioners involved in medicinal plants applications. Book provides complete Teucrium species list, color photographs of selected Teucrium species on natural habitats, as well as up-to-date bibliography related to Teucrium genus.
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    Pages: XVII, 435 p. 79 illus., 41 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030521592
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-52159-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-52159-2
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    Popular Medicinal Plants in Portland and Kingston, Jamaica (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant ecology. ; Plants Development. ; Plant diseases. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Ecology. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Pathology. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Geographic location of research -- Research methodology -- How to use this book -- Future studies -- Selected bibliography -- Plant monographs -- Index of plant names and health conditions.
    Abstract: This book highlights the results from over a year of ethnobotanical research in a rural and an urban community in Jamaica, where we interviewed more than 100 people who use medicinal plants for healthcare. The goal of this research was to better understand patterns of medicinal plant knowledge, and to find out which plants are used in consensus by local people for a variety of illnesses. For this book, we selected 25 popular medicinal plant species mentioned during fieldwork. Through individual interviews, we were able to rank plants according to their frequency of mention, and categorized the medicinal uses for each species as “major” (mentioned by more than 20% of people in a community) or “minor” (mentioned by more than 5%, but less than 20% of people). Botanical identification of plant specimens collected in the wild allowed for cross-linking of common and scientific plant names. To supplement field research, we undertook a comprehensive search and review of the ethnobotanical and biomedical literature. Our book summarizes all this information in detail under specific sub-headings.
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    Pages: XVI, 257 p. 30 illus., 27 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030489274
    Series Statement: Advances in Economic Botany,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-48927-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-48927-4
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    Ethnoveterinary Medicine : Present and Future Concepts (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Veterinary microbiology. ; Food science. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Plant Science. ; Veterinary Microbiology. ; Food Science. ; Agricultural Economics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Part I. The role of natural products and remedies in treating animal diseases -- Chapter 2. The pharmacological and nutritional significance of plant natural products: An alternative for animal health -- Chapter 3. Alternative antimicrobials - medicinal plants and their influences on animal infectious diseases -- Chapter 4. Herbs used for horses in British Columbia and Trinidad and Tobago -- Chapter 5. Plants for controlling parasites in goats -- Chapter 6. Ethnoveterinary practices for control of ticks in Africa -- Part II. Sociological aspects and considerations relating to documentation of ethnoceterinary medicine -- Chapter 7. Gender aspects and multiple contexts in ethnoveterinary practice and science -- Chapter 8. Towards a better understanding of African ethnoveterinary medicine and husbandry -- Part III. Ethnoveterinary medicine around the world -- Chapter 9. Ethnoveterinary medicine and medicinal plants used in the treatment of livestock diseases in Cameroon -- Chapter 10. Ethnoveterinary medicinal plants used in South Africa -- Chapter 11. Ethnoveterinary plants and practices for the control of ticks and tick-borne diseases in South Africa -- Chapter 12. Ethnoveterinary medicine: a Zimbabwean perspective -- Chapter 13. Ethnoveterinary medicine in the Maghreb -- Chapter 14. Natural remedies for animal health in Latin America -- Chapter 15. Local practice of cattle farming and ethnoveterinary medicine in Estonia: case study of Saaremaa and Muhumaa -- Chapter 16. Belarusian ethnoveterinary medicine: ritual practices and traditional remedies -- Chapter 17. The use of medicinal plants for animal health in the Spanish inventory of traditional knowledge -- Index.
    Abstract: The importance of a complementary approach to animal health is highlighted in this book, with core themes encompassing reviews of traditional veterinary medicine for common diseases afflicting livestock, as well as local practices in different areas of the world. The book includes chapters on ethnoveterinary medicine used to prevent and treat ticks and tick-borne diseases, infectious diseases and parasites. Ethnoveterinary practices in parts of the world which have not been comprehensively reviewed before are highlighted, including Estonia, Belarus and the Maghreb - the north-western tip of Africa. A fascinating account of African ethnoveterinary medicine and traditional husbandry practices is provided by a veteran in the field with a wealth of practical experience in the area. Neglected areas of research involve the relationship of ethnoveterinary medicine with environmental, ethical, cultural and gender aspects, and leading experts explore these issues. The book is intended to provide an informative compilation of current research and future prospects in ethnoveterinary medicine, which hopes to inform and encourage investigations in new directions. Sustainable development requires a concerted effort to combine indigenous knowledge systems with scientific research to improve animal health. This is the case not only in rural areas where access to orthodox veterinary health care may be limited, but also against the backdrop of antibiotic resistance and increased demand for alternative and complementary therapies to enhance the health of both production and companion animals. Students, academics and veterinary professionals will find this book a useful addition to knowledge on present and future aspects of ethnoveterinary research.
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    Pages: XIII, 435 p. 48 illus., 39 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030322700
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-32270-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-32270-0
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