Plant biotechnology : recent advancements and developments /

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Imprint:	Singapore : Springer, 2017.
Description:	1 online resource (x, 390 pages)
Language:	English
Subject:	Plant biotechnology. Botanical chemistry. Plant physiology. Plant breeding. Plant physiology. Plant breeding. Botanical chemistry. Plant biotechnology.
Format:	E-Resource Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11306929

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Other authors / contributors:	Gahlawat, Suresh Kumar, editor. Salar, R. K. (Raj Kumar), editor. Siwach, Priyanka, editor. Duhan, Joginder Singh, editor. Kumar, Suresh, editor. Kaur, Pawan, editor.
ISBN:	9789811047329 9811047324 9789811047312 9811047316
Digital file characteristics:	text file PDF
Summary:	This book presents an overview of the latest advances and developments in plant biotechnology. The respective chapters explore emerging areas of plant biotechnology such as RNAi technology, fermentation technology, genetic engineering, nanoparticles and their applications, climate resilient crops, bio-films, bio-plastic, bio-remediation, flavonoids, antioxidants etc. All chapters were written by respected experts and address the latest developments in plant biotechnology that are of industrial importance, especially with regard to crop yields and post-harvest strategies. As such, the book offers a valuable guide for students, educators and researchers in all disciplines of the life sciences, agricultural sciences, medicine, and biotechnology at universities, research institutions and biotechnology companies.
Other form:	Printed edition: 9789811047312
Standard no.:	10.1007/978-981-10-4732-9

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1. Advances in Computational Tools for Plant microRNA Identification
Chapter 2. Control of Gene Expression by RNAi: A Revolution in Functional Genomics
Chapter 3. Engineering Abiotic Stress Tolerance Traits for Mitigating Climate Change
Chapter 4. Developing Climate Smart Aerobic Rice Varieties for Addressing the Problems of Water Scarcity and Global Warming
Chapter 5. Biotechnological Aspects for Enhancement of Mineral Bioavailability from Cereals and Legumes
Chapter 6. Recent Biotechnological Approaches to Study Taxonomy of Legume Nodule Forming Rhizobia
Chapter 7. Applications of Trichoderma Species for Environment and Food Security
Chapter 8. Fermentation in Cereals: A Tool to Enhance Bioactive Compounds
Chapter 9. Molecular Structure, Biological Functions and Metabolic Regulation of Flavonoids
Chapter 10. Enzymatic Approaches for the Synthesis of High Fructose Syrup
Chapter 11. Starch Nanoparticles and Their Applications
Chapter 12. Recent Updates on Molecular Biotechnological Intervention in Isabgol
Chapter 13. Flavonoids: A Nutraceutical and Its Role as Anti-inflammatory and Anti-cancer Agent
Chapter 14. Recent Advances in Biodegradable Films, Coatings and their Applications
Chapter 15. Bioplastics: A Sustainable Approach Towards Healthier Environment
Chapter 16. Biotechnological Strategies for Remediation of Toxic Metal(loid)s from Environment
Chapter 17. Genetic Engineering of Poplar: Current Achievements and Future Goals.

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