Ravindra Kumar – författare

miRNA in Human Disease: From Biomarkers to Therapeutics explores the critical role of microRNAs (miRNAs) in the development and progression of various diseases, emphasizing their significance as biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Sections provide a comprehensive overview of the biogenesis, function, and regulation of miRNAs, offering insights into how these small noncoding RNA molecules influence gene expression and contribute to disease development and progression. The book covers traditional and advanced methods for miRNA extraction, the role of miRNAs in infectious diseases, cancer, neurological disorders, cardiovascular disease, hemoglobinopathies, pregnancy complications, and metabolic disorders.Sections also discuss the latest research on miRNA-based therapies, including the design and delivery of miRNA mimics and inhibitors and their potential applications in personalized medicine. With a strong focus on practical implementation, the book includes detailed case studies and real-world examples that demonstrate the clinical relevance of miRNA research. It addresses the challenges and future directions in the field, providing a roadmap for researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals to harness the potential of miRNAs for disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.Provides a comprehensive understanding of the role of miRNAs in various diseases, including their biogenesis, function, and potential as biomarkers and therapeutic targetsExplores the latest research on miRNA-based therapies, offering insights into how these small noncoding RNA molecules can be used to develop new treatments for a wide range of diseasesHighlights practical examples and case studies that demonstrate the real-world applications of miRNA research in disease diagnosis, treatment, and personalized medicine

This book is an informative and profound book that explores the impact of climate change on the unique and delicate environment of the Himalayan region.

The book features lectures derived from faculty development program discussions and deliberations, with the aim of providing academic professionals with resources to stay current in the field of biotechnology, particularly in nanotechnology. This material is intended to help educators who teach students and aspire to remain at the forefront of their field. The book is centered on the use of biotechnological tools in agriculture and related sciences, including animal sciences and veterinary medicine, with an emphasis on how these tools can help farmers enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.

This edited book provides an overview of omics technologies and methods for integration across multiple omics layers used in the plant disease diagnosis and developing management strategies.

This edited book provides an overview of omics technologies and methods for integration across multiple omics layers used in the plant disease diagnosis and developing management strategies.

The global population is increasing rapidly, and feeding the ever-increasing population poses a serious challenge for agriculturalists around the world. Seed is a basic and critical input in agriculture to ensure global food security. Roughly 90 percent of the crops grown all over the world are propagated by seed. However, seed can also harbour and spread pathogens, e.g. fungi, bacteria, nematodes, viruses etc., which cause devastating diseases. Seed-borne pathogens represent a major threat to crop establishment and yield. Hence, timely detection and diagnosis is a prerequisite for their effective management. The book "Seed-Borne Diseases of Agricultural Crops: Detection, Diagnosis & Management" addresses key issues related to seed-borne/transmitted diseases in various agricultural crops. Divided into 30 chapters, it offers a comprehensive compilation of papers concerning: the history of seed pathology, importance of seed-borne diseases, seed-borne diseases and quarantine, seed health testing and certification, detection and diagnosis of seed-borne diseases and their phytopathogens, host-parasite interactions during development of seed-borne diseases, diversity of seed-borne pathogens, seed-borne diseases in major agricultural crops, non-parasitic seed disorders, mechanisms of seed transmission and seed infection, storage fungi and mycotoxins, impact of seed-borne diseases on human and animal health, and management options for seed-borne diseases. We wish to thank all of the eminent researchers who contributed valuable chapters to our book, which will be immensely useful for students, researchers, academics, and all those involved in various agro-industries.

The global population is increasing rapidly, and feeding the ever-increasing population poses a serious challenge for agriculturalists around the world. Seed is a basic and critical input in agriculture to ensure global food security. Roughly 90 percent of the crops grown all over the world are propagated by seed. However, seed can also harbour and spread pathogens, e.g. fungi, bacteria, nematodes, viruses etc., which cause devastating diseases. Seed-borne pathogens represent a major threat to crop establishment and yield. Hence, timely detection and diagnosis is a prerequisite for their effective management. The book "Seed-Borne Diseases of Agricultural Crops: Detection, Diagnosis & Management" addresses key issues related to seed-borne/transmitted diseases in various agricultural crops. Divided into 30 chapters, it offers a comprehensive compilation of papers concerning: the history of seed pathology, importance of seed-borne diseases, seed-borne diseases and quarantine, seed health testing and certification, detection and diagnosis of seed-borne diseases and their phytopathogens, host-parasite interactions during development of seed-borne diseases, diversity of seed-borne pathogens, seed-borne diseases in major agricultural crops, non-parasitic seed disorders, mechanisms of seed transmission and seed infection, storage fungi and mycotoxins, impact of seed-borne diseases on human and animal health, and management options for seed-borne diseases. We wish to thank all of the eminent researchers who contributed valuable chapters to our book, which will be immensely useful for students, researchers, academics, and all those involved in various agro-industries.

This book offers a detailed look into the latest advancements and strategies for managing biotic and abiotic stresses in wheat cultivation, with a focus on Indian agricultural conditions. It addresses the critical challenges that wheat faces due to diseases, environmental stressors, and physiological disorders. The book provides sustainable and scientifically validated solutions to enhance wheat resilience, ensuring improved crop productivity. The book is organized into various chapters that systematically explore key areas of wheat stress management. It begins with an overview of the major biotic and abiotic challenges affecting wheat production in India. It then delves into advancements in breeding stress-resilient wheat cultivars, including both molecular and conventional techniques. Specific chapters explore the management of wheat diseases (such as spike, foliar, and stem diseases), root and stem rot, and various abiotic stress factors such as drought, heat, salinity, and waterlogging. Additionally, it covers physiological disorders and metal/metalloid stress management. Innovative topics such as the application of nanotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI) in stress mitigation are discussed in detail. The book also evaluates how climate change impacts wheat production and suggests adaptive strategies. This book will be an invaluable resource for agricultural researchers, plant geneticists, agronomists, crop physiologists, crop pathologists, policymakers, and postgraduate students. It bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and practical field-level applications, providing a scientific foundation for developing sustainable solutions to secure wheat production and contribute to global food security.

This edited volume covers latest information and developments on the Detection, Diagnosis and Management of Air-Borne Diseases of Agricultural Crops across the globe. The main aim of this book is to address the scientific and practical significance of detection, diagnosis and management of air-Borne plant pathogens. With the advancement of science, OMICs approaches playing crucial role in the efficient and accurate detection of pathogen propagules present in the air or on the plant surface. This book volume cover almost all molecular techniques used for detection and diagnosis of air-borne phyto-pathogens. Similarly, all possible management practices with detailed description are discussed in the present book volume. Special attention has been given on the microbe-mediated management of air-borne disease. Among the more recent strategies, resistance induced by environment-friendly elicitors of microbial origin and/or rhizosphere/phyllosphere microbes has emerged as a promising supplement in the approaches to crop protection. This book covers all spheres of microbial management viz., bio-resources, diversity, ecology, and functioning of microbial biocontrol agents, host–parasite interaction, strategies to characterize microbial bioinoculants, application of microbial bio-pesticides and regulatory mechanisms pertaining to commercialization of biopesticides. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, crop protection scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for under-graduate, post-graduate, and post-doctorate fellow of agriculture, forestry, ecology, life science, and environmental sciences.