Climate Change and Biotic Factors

Ashutosh Singh, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Advanced Studies on Climate Change at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, India. He has more than eight years of experience in plant biotechnology aspects, including plant stress biology, pollen-based selection, molecular marker studies, etc. Currently, he is working on developmental aspects of male gametes under stressful environment conditions. He has published more than a dozen research papers as well as one book and more than 20 popular articles to date.Saurabh Pandey, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Agriculture at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Punjab, India. He has eight years of experience in plant biotechnology aspects such as plant stress biology, plant virus interactions, abiotic stresses, bio-fortification, molecular marker studies, and metabolism related to the tomato and rice crops. He has published research and review papers as well as book chapters on molecular markers, genomics, plant breeding, and plant molecular virology, catering to the needs of modern agriculture research.Amarjeet Kumar, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in Genetics and Plant Breeding at the College of Agriculture, Central Agriculture University (Imphal), Kyrdemkulai, Meghalaya, India. Dr. Kumar has made over 50 contributions in national and international publications, including research papers, book chapters, review papers, popular articles, and more than 20 research abstracts. Additionally, he has authored two books: Wheat: A Premier Food Crop and Classical and Molecular Approaches in Plant Breeding. He has also delivered talks on radio and television.

"An impressive collection of research and knowledge, focusing on the molecular approach to unraveling the complexities of the relationship between climate change and biotic factors. The contributors, experts in their respective fields, explore the fundamental molecular mechanisms that govern the responses of organisms to changing climatic conditions and the subsequent interactions with biotic stresses such as pests, diseases, and invasive species. By adopting a molecular lens, this book goes beyond traditional ecological approaches, delving into the intricate workings of genes, proteins, and signaling pathways that dictate the responses of organisms to climate change and biotic factors. It offers a comprehensive exploration of the molecular mechanisms underlying organisms’ adaptation, resistance, and resilience in the face of shifting environmental condition."—From Foreword by R. L. Ravikumar, Emeritus Scientist, Department of Plant Biotechnology, University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bangalore, India

• Foreword by R. L. Ravikumar Preface Introduction PART I: CLIMATE CHANGE AND BIOTIC FACTORS: INTRODUCTION 1. Effect of Humidity on Pest and Disease Incidence in Crops PART II: MOLECULAR MECHANISM OF STRESS TOLERANCE UNDER CLIMATE CHANGE 2. Molecular Mechanism of Host-Pathogen Interaction in Crop Plants 3. Insights into the Molecular Mechanism of Plant-Pathogen Interactions in Fungal Diseases of Crop Plants 4. Molecular Basis of the Evolution of Pathogens Under Changing Climate Conditions 5. Recent Advances on the Impact of Climate Change on Host-Plant Resistance and Its Molecular Mechanisms 6. Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) and Biotic Stress: Evolving Roles under Climate Change 7. Molecular Mechanism of Melatonin Interaction on Biotic Stress Tolerance in Horticulture Crops PART III: ADVANCED TOOLS AND METHODS FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE CROPS UNDER BIOTIC STRESS 8. The Exploitation of Next-Generation Breeding Strategies to Build Biotic Stress Resilience in Crops 9. Application and Recent Advances in CRISPR-Cas Editing for Biotic Stress Management in Cereals 10. Recent Advances in CRISPR-Cas for Biotic Stress Management in Fruits 11. The Role of Lipoxygenase in Crop Storage Tolerance and Biotic Stress Management 12. DNA Helicase: The Futuristic Instrument to Increase Biotic Crop Stress Tolerance 13. Molecular Strategies for Climate Resilient Agriculture in Cereal Crops and Its Tolerance Mechanism