Cytogenetics of plants involves the study of the structure, function, and behavior of chromosomes in plant cells. It encompasses the examination of chromosomal abnormalities, polyploidy, and chromosomal mapping, which are essential for understanding genetic diversity and evolution in plants. Cytogenetic techniques, such as karyotyping and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), allow researchers to visualize chromosomes and identify specific genetic markers. This knowledge is vital for plant breeding programs, particularly in crop improvement, as it helps breeders understand the genetic basis of traits and the relationships between species. Additionally, cytogenetics aids in conservation efforts by providing insights into the genetic health of endangered plant species.
Title : Exploring the genetic diversity in tannin-rich forages to explain the large intra species variability in tannin content
Selina Sterup Moore, Aarhus University, Denmark
Title : Isolation and functional properties of biomolecules of plants and its application
Balagopalan Unni, GEMS Arts & Science College (Autonomous), India
Title : Primed for the future: PGPR and the promise of sustainable, heritable crop resilience
Prashant Singh, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), India
Title : Revealing allelic variations in candidate genes associated with grain yield under salinity stress between two contrasting rice genotypes
Nisha Sulari Kottearachchi, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
Title : Adaptive strategies of Aristida L. species across ecological zones of Pakistan: Linking soil characteristics with morphological and physiological traits
Iram Ijaz, University of Agriculture Faisalabad Pakistan, Pakistan
Title : Ethnobotanical survey and abundance of weeds in selected Manihot esculenta (cassava) Crantz farms in Osun state, Nigeria
Dada Caleb Mayokun, University of Ibadan, Nigeria