S. Balasubramanya – författare

Pterocarpus santalinus L.f., popularly known as Red Sanders, an endemic tree, belonging to the family Fabaceae is  confined to the southern parts of Eastern Ghats. IUCN has listed this tree as endangered. The plant has superlative characteristics in its wood and has many medicinal properties. This plant has attracted the attention of both foresters and lay man because of its high valued wood which is being illegally harvested creating law and order problem.  This book is a comprehensive monograph on Red Sanders and is divided into 15 chapters. The book provides information on taxonomy, morphology, distribution, wood anatomy, wood properties and uses, dye principle, phytochemistry, pharmacology, Silvicultural aspects, propagation, cultivation practices, reproductive biology, pests and diseases, biotechnology, molecular studies, conservation, trade, commerce, socioeconomic aspects of Red Sanders, and grey areas of research. The book is profusely illustrated with colour photographs and line drawings.  Relevant references have been provided under each chapter. This monograph on Red Sanders with systematic representation of information and illustrations will be a desk reference and field guide to foresters, botanists, researchers, farmers, traders and environmentalists.

This book addresses the literature gap by providing both theoretical foundations and practical insights into in vitro plant secondary metabolite production. It emphasizes the urgency to address the strategies and scientific methods for producing the secondary metabolites in the laboratory conditions. This book includes chapters on various in vitro strategies and laboratory methods, which are crucial for understanding and implementing techniques in this applied field. It equips the readers with the knowledge essential for contributions to pharmaceuticals, agriculture and various industries, thus filling a critical void currently present in the literature and practical applications in this field.

This book is structured to cater to a diverse audience, including graduate students and researchers. It is specifically tailored to address the key aspects of plant cell, tissue and organ culture, and aligns seamlessly with the curriculum requirements for the courses offered in plant biotechnology. The modules on cell cultures, secondary metabolite production, and metabolic engineering are also integral components for these courses.