The sequencing of plant genomes involves decoding the entire genetic makeup of a plant species. It allows scientists to identify the genes responsible for various plant traits, from growth patterns to disease resistance. The model plant Arabidopsis thaliana was the first plant to have its genome sequenced, providing a template for understanding plant genetics. Sequencing diverse plant genomes, such as rice, wheat, and maize, has become essential for agricultural advancements, enabling breeders to develop crops with enhanced yield, stress tolerance, and nutrient profiles. Additionally, genome sequencing aids in conservation biology by helping identify genetic diversity within plant populations. These insights are crucial for combating challenges like climate change and ensuring food security through the development of resilient crop varieties.
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