Ashutosh Kumar Rai – författare

Stress Tolerance in Horticultural Crops: Challenges and Mitigation Strategies explores concepts, strategies and recent advancements in the area of abiotic stress tolerance in horticultural crops, highlighting the latest advances in molecular breeding, genome sequencing and functional genomics approaches. Further sections present specific insights on different aspects of abiotic stress tolerance from classical breeding, hybrid breeding, speed breeding, epigenetics, gene/quantitative trait loci (QTL) mapping, transgenics, physiological and biochemical approaches to OMICS approaches, including functional genomics, proteomics and genomics assisted breeding.

Due to constantly changing environmental conditions, abiotic stress such as high temperature, salinity and drought are being understood as an imminent threat to horticultural crops, including their detrimental effects on plant growth, development, reproduction, and ultimately, on yield. This book offers a comprehensive resource on new developments that is ideal for anyone working in the field of abiotic stress management in horticultural crops, including researchers, students and educators.

Describes advances in whole genome and next generation sequencing approaches for breeding climate smart horticultural crops Details advanced germplasm tolerance to abiotic stresses screened in the recent past and their performance Includes advancements in OMICS approaches in horticultural crops

Enzymatic Treatment of Biomass for Energy: Thermochemical Methods provides a comprehensive analysis of how enzymatic pretreatment can optimize thermochemical biomass conversion processes such as pyrolysis, gasification, and torrefaction. This reference addresses the challenges of biomass recalcitrance by exploring enzyme functions that enhance thermal degradation efficiency and bioenergy yield, supporting sustainable energy goals. The book covers fundamentals of biomass composition, enzymatic and combined pretreatment strategies, and detailed enzyme-assisted thermochemical pathways. It further discusses practical considerations for industrial deployment, including scalability, techno-economic analysis, and circular economy perspectives. Optimization methods such as response surface methodology are also elaborated to guide process improvements. This volume is a valuable resource for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers seeking to integrate enzymatic technologies into thermochemical bioenergy systems. It equips readers with scientific insights and practical knowledge to advance clean, efficient, and sustainable biomass energy production.Explores enzymatic pretreatment to enhance thermochemical biomass conversion efficiencyAnalyzes integration of enzymatic, physical, and chemical pretreatments for biomass deconstructionCovers enzyme-assisted pyrolysis, gasification, torrefaction, and biochar production pathwaysDiscusses industrial scalability, techno-economic feasibility, and circular economy integrationPresents optimization techniques including response surface methodology for process enhancement

This book is a complete guide to the science and practice of sustainable chemistry. It explains how chemicals can be designed, produced, and used in ways that reduce harm to humans and the environment. The book combines fundamental concepts, practical applications, and industrial aspects, making it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals worldwide.Key Features and Unique Selling Points:Foundations of Green Chemistry: Learn the main principles of green chemistry and understand why sustainable practices are essential for the chemical industry and the environment.Foundations of Green Chemistry: Explains the main principles and importance of sustainable chemical practices.Practical Processes and Techniques: Shows how to design, synthesize, and analyze chemicals efficiently and safely.Industrial Applications: Provides examples of recycling, re-refining, and circular economy strategies in industry.Bio-based and Renewable Methods: Covers production of chemicals and biofuels using microbes and waste resources.Waste Management and Disposal: Offers guidance on safe handling, disposal, and remediation of chemical wastes.Economic and Technological Aspects: Explains financial and technological factors that support green chemistry adoption.This book not only provides a clear understanding of green chemistry but also demonstrates how to apply these principles to real-world challenges. Readers will gain the knowledge and tools needed to design chemical processes that are efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible. Whether you are a student learning about sustainable chemistry, a researcher exploring new technologies, or a professional implementing green practices in the chemical industry, this book is an essential resource for advancing a cleaner, safer, and greener chemical future.

This edited volume covers sustainable biomass valorization and its application in various sectors. Bioenergy has concerned enormous attention as a promising alternative to conventional energy resources.

This edited volume covers sustainable biomass valorization and its application in various sectors. Bioenergy has concerned enormous attention as a promising alternative to conventional energy resources.

The book discusses the various sustainable approaches to combine agrowaste and nanomaterials into catalysts or nanocatalysts with the objective of enhancing biofuel production.