New Challenges in Seed Biology

New Challenges in Seed Biology
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Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages : 214
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ISBN-10 : 9789535126584
ISBN-13 : 953512658X
Rating : 4/5 (84 Downloads)

Synopsis New Challenges in Seed Biology by : Susana Araújo

New Challenges in Seed Biology - Basic and Translational Research Driving Seed Technology combines different aspects of basic and translational research in seed biology. A collection of eight chapters written by seed biology experts from the field of seed physiology, ecology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and seed technology was gathered. We hope that this book will attract the attention of researchers and technologists from academia and industry, providing points for interactive and fruitful discussion on this fascinating topic.

Advances Seed Science Technology More Hb

Advances Seed Science Technology More Hb
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Total Pages : 360
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ISBN-10 : 1786769174
ISBN-13 : 9781786769176
Rating : 4/5 (74 Downloads)

Synopsis Advances Seed Science Technology More Hb by : Julia Buitink

Seed quality is critical to achieving successful crop cultivation, propagation and breeding, whilst seeds are also pivotal to the conservation and management of plant genetic resources. The sector must develop a better understanding of seed quality, germination and seedling emergence to ensure successful crop establishment. Advances in seed science and technology for more sustainable crop production provides an authoritative review of the wealth of current research on key advances in seed science and technology. The collection considers the development of new techniques to ensure seed quality control, including seed phenotyping, hyper-spectral imaging and electrophotography. Later chapters discuss advances in seed coating, conditioning and priming techniques, as well as the growing use of biostimulant-based seed treatments throughout agriculture.

Advances in Seed Production and Management

Advances in Seed Production and Management
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 623
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ISBN-10 : 9789811541988
ISBN-13 : 9811541981
Rating : 4/5 (88 Downloads)

Synopsis Advances in Seed Production and Management by : Ajay Kumar Tiwari

High-quality seed is essential for healthy crops and greater agricultural productivity. At the same time, advances in breeding technology require equivalent advances in seed technology. In order to ensure food security, it is crucial to develop seeds that are high yielding, and resistant to drought, heat, cold, and insects. Gathering the latest research in seed sciences, the book includes contributions on seed production in crops such as legumes, sugar, rice, wheat and other cereals. It discusses a range of topics, like the effect of climate change on seed quality, production and storage; seed rouging; seed certification for different crop species; seed biology; and seed pathologies and their effective management. Integrating basic and applied research, this compendium provides valuable insights for researchers and students in agricultural and life sciences; professionals involved in seed certification and those working in quarantine laboratories; as well as plant pathologists.

Annual Plant Reviews, Seed Development, Dormancy and Germination

Annual Plant Reviews, Seed Development, Dormancy and Germination
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 391
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ISBN-10 : 9781405173278
ISBN-13 : 1405173270
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis Annual Plant Reviews, Seed Development, Dormancy and Germination by : Kent Bradford

The formation, dispersal and germination of seeds are crucial stages in the life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plants. The unique properties of seeds, particularly their tolerance to desiccation, their mobility, and their ability to schedule their germination to coincide with times when environmental conditions are favorable to their survival as seedlings, have no doubt contributed significantly to the success of seed-bearing plants. Humans are also dependent upon seeds, which constitute the majority of the world’s staple foods (e.g., cereals and legumes). Seeds are an excellent system for studying fundamental developmental processes in plant biology, as they develop from a single fertilized zygote into an embryo and endosperm, in association with the surrounding maternal tissues. As genetic and molecular approaches have become increasingly powerful tools for biological research, seeds have become an attractive system in which to study a wide array of metabolic processes and regulatory systems. Seed Development, Dormancy and Germination provides a comprehensive overview of seed biology from the point of view of the developmental and regulatory processes that are involved in the transition from a developing seed through dormancy and into germination and seedling growth. It examines the complexity of the environmental, physiological, molecular and genetic interactions that occur through the life cycle of seeds, along with the concepts and approaches used to analyze seed dormancy and germination behavior. It also identifies the current challenges and remaining questions for future research. The book is directed at plant developmental biologists, geneticists, plant breeders, seed biologists and graduate students.

Frontiers in Guided Wave Optics and Optoelectronics

Frontiers in Guided Wave Optics and Optoelectronics
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Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages : 694
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ISBN-10 : 9789537619824
ISBN-13 : 9537619826
Rating : 4/5 (24 Downloads)

Synopsis Frontiers in Guided Wave Optics and Optoelectronics by : Bishnu Pal

As the editor, I feel extremely happy to present to the readers such a rich collection of chapters authored/co-authored by a large number of experts from around the world covering the broad field of guided wave optics and optoelectronics. Most of the chapters are state-of-the-art on respective topics or areas that are emerging. Several authors narrated technological challenges in a lucid manner, which was possible because of individual expertise of the authors in their own subject specialties. I have no doubt that this book will be useful to graduate students, teachers, researchers, and practicing engineers and technologists and that they would love to have it on their book shelves for ready reference at any time.

Handbook of Seed Physiology

Handbook of Seed Physiology
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 501
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ISBN-10 : 9781482277944
ISBN-13 : 1482277948
Rating : 4/5 (44 Downloads)

Synopsis Handbook of Seed Physiology by : Roberto Benech-Arnold

The latest findings in seed physiologydiscussed as they relate to agricultural problems! Presenting the latest findings in the area of seed physiology as well as the practical applications of that knowledge in the field, the Handbook of Seed Physiology: Applications to Agriculture provides a comprehensive view of seed biology and it

A New Biology for the 21st Century

A New Biology for the 21st Century
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Publisher : National Academies Press
Total Pages : 113
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ISBN-10 : 9780309147866
ISBN-13 : 0309147867
Rating : 4/5 (66 Downloads)

Synopsis A New Biology for the 21st Century by : National Research Council

Now more than ever, biology has the potential to contribute practical solutions to many of the major challenges confronting the United States and the world. A New Biology for the 21st Century recommends that a "New Biology" approach-one that depends on greater integration within biology, and closer collaboration with physical, computational, and earth scientists, mathematicians and engineers-be used to find solutions to four key societal needs: sustainable food production, ecosystem restoration, optimized biofuel production, and improvement in human health. The approach calls for a coordinated effort to leverage resources across the federal, private, and academic sectors to help meet challenges and improve the return on life science research in general.

Biodefense in the Age of Synthetic Biology

Biodefense in the Age of Synthetic Biology
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Publisher : National Academies Press
Total Pages : 189
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ISBN-10 : 9780309465182
ISBN-13 : 0309465184
Rating : 4/5 (82 Downloads)

Synopsis Biodefense in the Age of Synthetic Biology by : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Scientific advances over the past several decades have accelerated the ability to engineer existing organisms and to potentially create novel ones not found in nature. Synthetic biology, which collectively refers to concepts, approaches, and tools that enable the modification or creation of biological organisms, is being pursued overwhelmingly for beneficial purposes ranging from reducing the burden of disease to improving agricultural yields to remediating pollution. Although the contributions synthetic biology can make in these and other areas hold great promise, it is also possible to imagine malicious uses that could threaten U.S. citizens and military personnel. Making informed decisions about how to address such concerns requires a realistic assessment of the capabilities that could be misused. Biodefense in the Age of Synthetic Biology explores and envisions potential misuses of synthetic biology. This report develops a framework to guide an assessment of the security concerns related to advances in synthetic biology, assesses the levels of concern warranted for such advances, and identifies options that could help mitigate those concerns.

Plant Stress: Challenges and Management in the New Decade

Plant Stress: Challenges and Management in the New Decade
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 453
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ISBN-10 : 9783030953652
ISBN-13 : 3030953653
Rating : 4/5 (52 Downloads)

Synopsis Plant Stress: Challenges and Management in the New Decade by : Swarnendu Roy

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.