Molecular Biology of Plant Stress Responses

by Muhammad Waseem (Editor), Pingwu Liu (Editor)

Overview

Molecular Biology of Plant Stress Responses delves into the intricate mechanisms by which plants perceive, respond, and adapt to various stress conditions at the molecular level. The book explores both biotic and abiotic stressors, such as pathogens, drought, salinity, temperature extremes, and heavy metals, providing a comprehensive understanding of the molecular pathways and regulatory networks involved in plant stress responses. It seeks to bridge the gap between fundamental molecular biology and practical applications in agriculture and biotechnology. The scope encompasses a wide range of topics, including signal transduction, gene expression regulation, metabolic adjustments, and the role of epigenetics in stress responses. The book features:· Comprehensive coverage: covers a broad spectrum of plant stress responses, from the molecular and cellular levels to whole-plant physiology.· Current research: includes the latest findings and technological advancements in the field, ensuring that readers are up-to-date with cutting-edge science.· Interdisciplinary approach: integrates knowledge from molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and environmental science to provide a holistic view of plant stress biology.· Practical insights: offers practical insights into how understanding molecular responses to stress can lead to the development of stress-resistant crops, enhancing agricultural productivity.This book is essential reading for researchers and graduate students in the fields of plant sciences, molecular biology, biotechnology, and related disciplines and agricultural and biotechnology industry professionals working in agricultural biotechnology, crop science, and related industries who are involved in the development of stress-resistant crops and sustainable agricultural practices.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781800628809
Publisher:	CAB International North America
Publication date:	11/29/2025
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 1.50(h) x 9.50(d)

About the Author

Dr Muhammad Waseem is an Associate Professor at the College of Tropical Agriculture and Forestry, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan, China. He also serves as Assistant Professor of Botany at the Department of Botany, University of Narowal, Pakistan. He received his Ph.D. in plant molecular biology from Chongqing University, PR China. His research interests include transcriptional regulation of flowering time regulation, fruit ripening and development, and abiotic stresses such as salinity and drought. In addition, he has hands-on experience in next-generation sequencing data analysis, transcriptomics, and data visualization.

Professor Pingwu Liu is based at the College of Forestry and Tropical Agriculture in Hainan University, Haiku, China.