ncRNAs in Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants

ncRNAs in Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants offers a timely and comprehensive examination of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) and their pivotal role in regulating plant responses to biotic and abiotic stresses. As research continues to uncover the functional versatility of small RNAs, long non-coding RNAs, and circular RNAs in plant genomes, this volume provides a focused and integrative perspective on how ncRNAs orchestrate gene expression under stress conditions, including drought, salinity, temperature extremes, pathogen attack, and nutrient deficiencies.

Covering both foundational concepts and cutting-edge research, this book explores the biogenesis, classification, and molecular functions of ncRNAs, while highlighting the experimental and computational approaches used to study them. It further examines the cross-talk between ncRNAs and other regulatory layers such as transcription factors, epigenetic marks, and hormonal signaling pathways—offering insights into the multilayered regulatory networks that underlie plant resilience.

Written by leading experts from diverse research institutions, this volume bridges molecular biology, plant physiology, and stress genomics. It serves as a valuable reference for plant molecular biologists, agronomists, biotechnologists, and graduate students working at the interface of RNA biology and crop improvement. As climate change and global food insecurity intensify, ncRNAs in Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants is an essential resource for developing innovative, RNA-based strategies to enhance crop resilience and sustainability.