Depiction and Designing of Plant Genomes – serie

Cannabis is undergoing a remarkable transformation—from a misunderstood plant to a cornerstone of modern medicine, industry, and agriculture. This book bridges the gap between tradition and innovation, providing a holistic exploration of cannabis genetics, breeding, genomics, and its wide-ranging applications. Authored by leading researchers, industry pioneers, and legacy breeders, it offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights.Unlike other resources, this book integrates perspectives from public and private sectors, honoring those who have advanced cannabis cultivation despite legal and social barriers. It recognizes the pivotal role of startups like MyFloraDNA, which invest heavily in groundbreaking research, shaping the future of this extraordinary plant.Key Features: Comprehensive insights into cannabis origins, taxonomy, and genetic diversity. Advanced breeding techniques and applications of tissue culture, CRISPR, and "omics" technologies. Practical strategies for pest management, crop improvement, and intellectual property protection. Forward-looking perspectives on cannabis in personalized medicine, sustainability, and global agriculture. Written for scientists, growers, policymakers, and enthusiasts, this book addresses the economic, social, and scientific dimensions of cannabis. It offers actionable knowledge to drive progress in cultivation, industry, and research.

Grown primarily by the smallholder farmers in tropical and subtropical regions, pigeonpea is pivotal to subsistence agriculture in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The last two decades have witnessed several research breakthroughs in pigeonpea. Following soybean, pigeonpea became the second food legume crop for which the whole genome sequence made available for use in genetic research and breeding. Since then, there have been tremendous efforts to develop and implement cutting-edge technologies for improving pigeonpea. These include genome sequencing of the wider germplasm sets, development of pangenome, mapping of economically important traits, multi-omics studies, and gene editing, among others. Given this, our book Designing Pigeonpea Genome for a Future-Ready Crop explores the current trends in pigeonpea research together with underscoring potential future directions and the challenges that lie ahead.FeaturesPresents the achievements of genomics research and molecular breeding of pigeonpeaProvides current status of using wild relatives for pigeonpea improvement and optimized strategies to accelerate identification and incorporation of new genetic variation in breeding programsPresents the significance of mutation breeding in pigeonpea varietal improvement and future opportunities for integrating mutation-based techniques with cost-effective high-throughput approachesDiscusses growing access to muti-omics datasets, pangenome diversity and genomic prediction studies and their relevance to future varietal developmentDemonstrates applications of generation advancement techniques such as speed breeding to accelerate breeding decisions and genetic gain in pigeonpeaFollows the scope of brining heritable genetic changes for improving pigeonpea’s response to biotic and abiotic stresses through implementation of modern gene-editing methodsThe different chapters in this book have been contributed by the experts in the field. The book will serve as a comprehensive and reliable source for researchers and academicians and inform policy decisions.

The book delves into the intricate world of Aloe vera, offering a multidimensional exploration of its biology and genetic makeup. This compilation is meticulously curated, presenting a wide array of topics crucial for understanding and enhancing Aloe vera’s agricultural significance. The chapters delve into cutting-edge areas like genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and nano-technological advancements specific to Aloe vera. It addresses molecular markers, mapping, and genome-wide characterization for breeding, in vitro propagation, and genetic transformation. Salient Features:1. Presents authoritative and up-to-date information, empowering with the latest knowledge from leading minds in Aloe vera genetics and genomics.2. Provides exclusive access to groundbreaking insights and advancements in genomics specific to Aloe vera, providing readers with a unique and cutting-edge resource.3. Delves into cutting-edge areas like genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and nano-technological advancements specific to Aloe vera.4. Addresses molecular markers, mapping, and genome-wide characterization for breeding, in-vitro propagation, and genetic transformation .5. Explores physiological responses under abiotic stress, germplasm characterization, gene discovery, and the transformative impact of genomics on plant breeding in Aloe vera.

With increasing global food demand and changing climatic conditions, sorghum is an important crop for sustainable agriculture. Its inherent resilience to drought, heat, and poor soils makes it a promising solution for enhancing food security and climate adaptation. To further harness its potential, Designing Sorghum Genome for NextGen Agriculture, authored by leading researchers and experts, explores the latest advancements aimed at improving sorghum’s resilience and productivity. This comprehensive resource provides cutting-edge insights into how modern scientific tools and methods are being leveraged to design the sorghum genome for enhanced yield, stress tolerance, and nutritional value.This book takes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating diverse strategies to enhance sorghum’s resilience. It highlights current achievements and outlines future directions to harness sorghum’s genetic potential as a climate-resilient crop for next-generation agriculture.Key Features:Examines sorghum’s global agricultural significance and its role in addressing future climatic challengesCovers genomics, pan-genomics, mutagenesis, and targeted gene editing for sorghum improvementHighlights physiological, molecular, and microbiome-based strategies to enhance sorghum’s abiotic stress toleranceExplores the synergy between genomic selection and phenomics for accelerated genetic gainDiscusses omics approaches and systems biology for advancing sorghum researchShowcases artificial intelligence and crop simulation modeling as tools for sorghum breeding for enhanced stress tolerance and yield potentialThis book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, breeders, agronomists, and students working in sorghum genetics, genomics, crop improvement, and sustainable agriculture. By bridging fundamental research with translational breeding strategies, it offers a forward-looking perspective on leveraging genomics for the future of sorghum production.

The Turmeric Genome is the first comprehensive compilation of research deliberations focused on whole genome sequencing of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.). This book serves as a valuable starting point for researchers working on turmeric and covers recent advancements in whole genome sequencing, structural and functional genomics, as well as molecular markers and breeding. It also includes fundamental information about the crop itself.Turmeric is well known for its high nutritional value and is deeply rooted in traditional and indigenous medicinal systems across many turmeric-growing regions. Widely used as a spice for its flavour and as a natural colouring agent, turmeric also finds applications in cosmetics, as a condiment, and as a dye. Despite being cultivated and utilized for over 4000 years, turmeric continues to hold untapped potential for novel uses.This book highlights recent developments in turmeric research, including chapters on bioinformatics tools for turmeric genome and the assembly of complex plant genomes.Key Features:Presents the first comprehensive compilation focused on the whole genome sequencing of turmeric, including sequence assembly, gene annotation, and metabolic profiling; functional genomics; and the genomics of key agronomic traits, which is a central theme of the book.Provides up-to-date and inclusive data on phytochemistry, turmeric botany, cytogenetic analysis, genetic resources and diversity, traditional breeding methods, tissue culture, and genetic transformation.Explores the medicinal and pharmacological potential of turmeric.Comprising 14 chapters, this book brings together contributions from globally renowned experts in turmeric research. This volume will be highly valuable for students, educators, and researchers in academia, as well as professionals in relevant industries interested in genomics, molecular genetics and breeding, biotechnology, structural and functional genomics, horticulture, and plant physiology.