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Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities The Lichens of Israel
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£23.10
University of the West Indies Press A Guide to the Plants in the Blue Mountains of
Book SynopsisAn easy-to-use Jamaican nature guide, identifying over 400 species and containing over 160 colour photographs and 250 line drawings. The text is designed to give botanists and the more casual observer an opportunity to become familiar with the plants that grow in the Blue Mountain Range. This guide fosters a deeper understanding of the unique beauty and diversity of the mountain forest. More than fifty percent of the plants described in the book occur only in the Blue Mountain Forests of Jamaica and nowhere else in the world. The Blue Mountain Forests are currently threatened by agricultural activities, particularly on the southern slopes, and many of the unique species described in the book are threatened with extinction.
£45.75
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Discoveries In Plant Biology (Volume Iii)
Book SynopsisScientific progress hinges on continual discovery and the extension of previous discoveries. The important series of volumes Discoveries in Plant Biology is specially compiled to provide a microcosmic atlas of the landmark discoveries that span the breadth of plant biology. Written by renowned plant biologists, the papers describe how classic discoveries were made and how they have served as the basis for subsequent breakthroughs.The 24 chapters in this third volume describe discoveries which contribute to the foundations of modern plant biology. The contributors, many of whom personally lit the way, bring readers back in time as if on a journey to retrace the paths and rethink the ideas they followed. These guided tours on how to decipher the natural laws will lead to an appreciation of the development of each field from simple concepts to an advanced multidisciplinary field of today. This volume will be of special interest to botanists, biochemists, plant physiologists and geneticists, and of general interest to those who are still fascinated by how discoveries are made.Trade Review"The different chapters not only provide excellent overviews into the development of essential discoveries in plant biology, they also help the reader to better understand the background, current status and future direction of the research in each of the areas covered." Journal of Plant Physiology, 2001
£139.50
Royal Botanic Garden Gingers of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam
Book SynopsisSingapore Botanic Gardens, National Parks Board in association wtih Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh & Pha Tad Ke Botanical Garden. This is the first guide to showcase the beauty and diversity of this economically and ecologically important plant family in these countries.
£14.40
Springer Verlag, Singapore Arbuscular Mycorrhizas and Stress Tolerance of
Book SynopsisThis book reviews the potential mechanisms in arbuscular mycorrhizas (AMs), in the hope that this can help arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) to be more used efficiently as a biostimulant to enhance stress tolerance in the host plants. AMF, as well as plants, are often exposed to all or many of the abiotic and biotic stresses, including extreme temperatures, pH, drought, water-logging, toxic metals and soil pathogens. Studies have indicated a quick response to these stresses involving several mechanisms, such as root morphological modification, reactive oxygen species change, osmotic adjustment, direct absorption of water by extraradical hyphae, up-regulated expression of relevant stressed genes, glomalin-related soil protein release, etc. The underlying complex, multi-dimensional strategy is involved in morphological, physiological, biochemical, and molecular processes. The AMF responses are often associated with homeostatic regulation of the internal and external environment, and are therefore critical for plant health, survival and restoration in native ecosystems and good soil structure.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Arbuscular Mycorrhizas: An Overview.- Chapter 2 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of Drought Stress in Plants.- Chapter 3 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of Waterlogging Stress in Plants.- Chapter 4 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of Salt Stress in Plants.- Chapter 5 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of P Stress in Plants.- Chapter 6 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of Fe Stress in Plants.- Chapter 7 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of Zn Stress in Plants.- Chapter 8 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Heavy Metal Tolerance in Plants.- Chapter 9 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Tolerance of Temperature stress in Plants.- Chapter.10 Roles of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi in Protecting against Plant/soil Pathogens.- Chapter 11 Arbuscular Mycorrhizas and Reactive OxygenSpecies.- Chapter 12 Arbuscular Mycorrhizas and Ecosystem Restoration.- Chapter 13 Application of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi into Agriculture.
£173.18
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Healing Orchids
Book SynopsisFamed for their exotic beauty and richness in variety, orchids may be found in all continents of the world except Antarctica. Although the plants are widely cultivated both in homes and farms, few people realize that many species of orchids have legendary healing qualities that have been used for centuries by Chinese, Ayurvedic and other traditional medicines for such conditions as skin eczema, depression, indigestion, heart disease and high blood pressure.This little highly-readable volume with beautiful illustrations helps you discover fascinating plants that are pleasing to behold yet may also help you attain good health. Read about the Dendrobium as a yin tonic that improves complexion and boosts the immune system, the enticing aroma of Vanilla found in ice cream but also reputed to heal sexual dysfunction, Bletilla that helps in cancer cure, Gastrodia for post-stroke rehabilitation, as well as other genera and species of healing orchids.Written by two Chinese physicians with training in biomedical science, the book also offers a unique perspective of biomedical explanations for healing orchids.
£33.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Phyllotactic Patterns: A Multidisciplinary
Book SynopsisThe book provides a current review of the field of phyllotaxis from a variety of perspectives, that is, morphological, developmental, biochemical, molecular genetics, biophysical, and evolutionary.This unique book covers phyllotactic processes from the level of genes involved in the establishment of patterns to modeling the emergence of those patterns in space and time. The models in question (deterministic or stochastic) touch on various fields, including geometry, biochemistry, and biophysics.Not only providing a recent review but also current critique and analysis of the discipline, the book will appeal to a variety of individuals involved in developmental modeling as well as pattern initiation and formation. The text is highly illustrated with excellent pictures representing recent developments in the field.A biological context or perspective to models and ideas is explored in the book. Terminology specific to the discipline is defined and updated as well.
£81.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Photosynthesis: Solar Energy For Life
Book SynopsisPhotosynthesis has been an important field of research for more than a century, but the present concerns about energy, environment and climate have greatly intensified interest in and research on this topic. Research has progressed rapidly in recent years, and this book is an interesting read for an audience who is concerned with various ways of harnessing solar energy.Our understanding of photosynthesis can now be said to have reached encyclopedic dimensions. There have been, in the past, many good books at various levels. Our book is expected to fulfill the needs of advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in branches of biology, biochemistry, biophysics, and bioengineering because photosynthesis is the basis of future advances in producing more food, more biomass, more fuel, and new chemicals for our expanding global human population. Further, the basics of photosynthesis are and will be used not only for the above, but in artificial photosynthesis, an important emerging field where chemists, researchers and engineers of solar energy systems will play a major role.
£42.75
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Chinese Cymbidium Orchid: A Gentleman Of Noble
Book SynopsisThe cultivation of Chinese cymbidiums has a long history in China dating back to more than a thousand years ago. Chinese cymbidiums are commonly known as 'Lan' (兰) or 'Guo Lan' (国兰) in China.Lan has a special appeal and meaning to the Chinese as it symbolizes integrity, modesty and nobility. Confucius praised Lan as the 'Gentleman of Noble Virtue' (君子之风) and 'King of Fragrance' (王者之香). The love and appreciation for Lan, also known as 'Lan Culture', has become an integral part of Chinese culture.The book starts with the history of Lan and its association with Chinese culture and traditional customs, literature and the arts. This is followed by a description of the biology of Lan and cultivation practices of past and present. Finally, the prospects and future of Lan are presented and discussed.
£63.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Tea Polyphenols, Oxidative Stress And Health
Book SynopsisHave you heard of 'tea polyphenol'? What is tea polyphenol like? Why does tea have so many benefits? It can be said that tea polyphenols are the soul of tea. The abundance of tea benefits is attributed to tea polyphenols. Through this book, the author expounds on the structure, properties, and healthcare functions of tea polyphenols.This book focuses on the properties and structural characteristics of tea polyphenols, and systematically describes the biological functions of tea polyphenols, especially the free radicals scavenging and antioxidant effects of tea polyphenols, regulation of oxidative stress, protection of nerve cells, anticancer effects, strengthening body immunity, preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, anti-inflammatory effects, reducing blood lipid and blood glucose atherosclerosis, myocardial protection, its role in Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, anti-aging properties, improving memory, anti-radiation effects, etc. The source and safety of tea polyphenols are also introduced.
£315.00
World Scientific Publishing Company Grow Your Own Medicine Edible Healing Plants In
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£52.25
World Scientific Publishing Company Grow Your Own Medicine Edible Healing Plants In
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£23.75
Springer Verlag, Singapore Phytochemistry: An in-silico and in-vitro Update:
Book SynopsisPhytochemistry is the branch of science that deals with the study of plant-derived chemicals or compounds, which are also known as phytochemicals or plant-derived secondary metabolites. Plants are known to produce phytochemicals that are essential for their growth and reproduction, as they protect them from insects, pathogens, and herbivores. Some of the major groups of plant-derived secondary metabolites are phenolics, flavonoids, terpenoids, alkaloids, tannin etc. Plant-derived phytochemicals are pharmacologically active and have the potential to cure various human diseases and disorders. Natural plant products have been known for their medicinal properties for untold years, and form the basis of several medicinal systems such as Chinese, Unani, and Ayurvedic Medicine. This book offers an essential introduction to phytochemicals and their synthetic analogues. It discusses various in silico approaches used to identify pharmacologically active phytochemicals and their biological activities, as well as in vitro and in vivo models/assays that have been utilized for the pharmacological profiling of plant-derived products to combat cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and neurological disorders. The intended audience includes upper-level undergraduate and graduate students; researchers and scientists from the pharmaceutical/food chemistry/nutrition sciences/biochemistry, and clinical biochemistry fields; and medical students. Sharing the latest findings, the book will familiarize these readers with the concepts, chemistry, and tremendous potential of phytochemistry. Table of ContentsPlease refer to the attached doc.
£170.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Rediscovery of Genetic and Genomic Resources for
Book SynopsisThis book describes how the latest genomic resources techniques can be efficiently used in plant breeding programmes to achieve food security in the future. It also shares insights on how to utilize the untapped and unexplored genetic diversity of wild species, wild relatives and landraces for crop improvement.Moreover, the book offers an impressive array of balanced analyses, fresh ideas and perspectives, and thoughtful and realistic proposals regarding the sustainable utilization of plant genetic resources with modern biotechnological techniques. The first book to address the importance of plant genetics and genomic resources for food security, it brings together a group of plant breeders and biotechnologists to investigate the use of genomic resources techniques in plant breeding programmes. Providing essential information on the efficient utilization of genomic resources in precision breeding, it offers a valuable asset for undergraduate and graduate students, teachers and professionals engaged in related fields.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Potential of genetic and genomic resources for genetic improvement of food crops.- Chapter 2 Untapped genetic diversity of wild relatives for crop improvement.- Chapter 3 Molecular approaches for harvesting natural diversity for crop improvement.- Chapter 4 Omics and plant genetic resources: Towards mining potential genes.- Chapter 5 Genetic and genomic resources and their exploitation for unlocking genetic potential from the wild relatives.-Chapter 6 Role of gene banks in maintaining crop genetic resources.- Chapter 7 Exploring genetic resources for identification of potential novel genes for crop improvement.- Chapter 8 Next-generation sequencing technologies and their implications for efficiently utilization of genetic resources.- Chapter 9 Comparative genomics for exploring new genes and traits for crop improvement.- Chapter 10 Potential of wild species in the scenario of climate change.- Chapter 11 Role of wild relatives for development of climate-resilient varieties.- Chapter 12 Strategies for conservation of genetic resources.- Chapter 13 Crop landraces: Present threats and opportunities for conservation.- Chapter 14 Future threats and opportunities facing crop wild relatives and landrace diversity.
£151.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Carotenoids: Biosynthetic and Biofunctional
Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive overview of carotenoid biosynthesis by different organisms, including bacteria, archaea, fungi, arthropods, and plants. Carotenoids are thought to provide health benefits in areas such as cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, NAFLD, NASH, obesity, age-related functional decline, and as a result, they have received an increasing amount of attention.With contributions from leading experts in biology, biotechnology, and chemistry of carotenoid research, this volume discusses the biological functions of carotenoids such as astaxanthin, β-cryptoxanthin, and fucoxanthin, in addition to paprika carotenoids, capsanthin, and capsorubin. It also reveals the technologies behind the commercial production of some functional carotenoids.The book is targeted for academic and industrial readers in biology, biotechnology, nutrient physiology and related fields.Table of Contents
£126.45
Springer Verlag, Singapore Sandalwood: Silviculture, Conservation and
Book SynopsisThis book collects comprehensive information on taxonomy, morphology, distribution, wood anatomy, wood properties and uses. It also discusses silvicultural aspects, agroforestry, pests and diseases, biotechnology, molecular studies, biosynthesis of oil, conservation, trade and commerce of Sandal wood. Sandalwood (Santalum album L.) is considered as one of the world's most valuable commercial timber and is known globally for its heartwood and oil. The book brings together systematic representation of information with illustrations, thus an all-inclusive reference and field guide for foresters, botanists, researchers, farmers, traders and environmentalists.Table of Contents1 Sandalwood – Green Gold.- 2 History of Sandalwood.- 3 Botany of Sandalwood (Santalum album L.).- 4 Sandalwood Wood carving.- 5 Phytochemistry and Pharmacological properties of Santalum album L.- 6 Wood Property variation in Sandalwood.- 7 Silviculture, Growth and yield of Sandalwood.- 8 Cultivation of Sandalwood under Agro-forestry systems.- 9 Diseases and Insect pests of of Sandalwood .- 10 The Sandalwood Trade: An Overview.- 11 Sandal wood smuggling and illegal trading in India .- 12 Tissue Culture Studies Sandalwood (Santalum album L.).- 13 Sandalwood Biotechnology: Challenges, opportunities and outlook. 14 Sustainable Use, Threats and Conservation of Sandalwood.- 15 Success Stories of Sandalwood.
£170.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Antioxidants in Plant-Microbe Interaction
Book SynopsisThis edited book is focused on antioxidant compounds and their biosynthesis, up-regulation, mechanism of action for selective bioactivity, targeted role and the advancement of their bioactive potential during plant-microbe interaction and other stress conditions. This book also emphasizes on the role of antioxidants in recruiting beneficial microbes in plant surroundings. Antioxidants have multiple biological roles in plants especially in the signalling pathway. These compounds are secondary metabolites produced besides the primary biosynthetic pathway and are associated with growth and development. Besides they also have special role to play during oxidative stress produced via abiotic stimulants or pathogen attack. This understanding of the biosynthesis, signaling and function of antioxidant compounds in plants during stress condition is helpful in restoring plant ecosystem productivity and improve plant responses to a wide range of stress conditions. This book is a useful compilation for researchers and academicians in botany, plant physiology, plant biochemistry and stress physiology. Also the book serves as reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of environmental sciences, agricultural sciences and other plant science courses.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Antioxidants in Plant-Microbe Interaction.- Chapter 2. Plant microbe symbiosis led synthesis of bioactive compounds.- Chapter 3. Plant-Rhizobacteria communications with antioxidant system.- Chapter 4. Association of Non-Enzymatic Antioxidants in Plant Holobiont.- 5. Carotenoids and flavonoids in plant stress management.- Chapter 6. PGPR-the redeemer of rice from abiotic stress.- Chapter 7. Impact of PGPR on plant health and antioxidant enzymes under water stress conditions.- Chapter 8. Rhizospheric plant-microbe interactions releasing antioxidants and phytostimulating compounds in polluted agroecosystems.- Chapter 9. Role of Antioxidant in plant and microbes based remediation of metal stress.- Chapter 10. Amelioration of drought stress through PGPR mediated regulation of Antioxidant defensive machinery.- Chapter 11. Potential of plant growth promoting microbes in disease reduction by influencing the antioxidant enzymes of medicinal and spice plants.- Chapter 12. Antioxidants in spices: a review of the antioxidant components and properties of some common african spices and their role in human nutrition and plant-microbe interactions.- Chapter 13. Impact of plant growth promoting microbes (PGPM) in plant disease management by inducing non-enzymatic antioxidant.- Chapter 14. Antioxidants as modulators of plant defense against soil-borne fungal pathogens upon microbial interaction.- Chapter 15. A Promising Approach of Managing Seed Borne Pathogens through Plant Growth Promoting Microbes.- Chapter 16. Antioxidant Potential of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) in Agricultural Crops Infected with Root Knot Nematodes.- Chapter 17. Disease management and the role of antioxidants in combating plant pathogens upon PGPR inoculation with special reference to legumes.- Chapter 18. Rhizobacters as remedy of stress tolerance in potato plant.- Chapter 19. Secondary metabolites, boon for plants; their role in defence mechanism and antioxidant activity of Anthocephalus cadamba.- Chapter 20. Role of PGPR in conferring drought stress tolerance in Rice.- Chapter 21. Fenugreek-rhizobium symbiosis and Flavonoids under stress condition.- Chapter 22. Datura stramonium: An overview of its antioxidant system for plant benefits.- Chapter 23. PGPR mediated regulation of antioxidants: Prospects for abiotic stress management in plants.- Chapter 24. Prospects of PGPRs mediated antioxidants and S and P metabolism in plants under drought stress.- Chapter 25. Prominence of Antioxidant Potential of Plants and its induction by interaction with microorganisms.- Chapter 26. Bio-molecular painstaking utilization and assimilation of phosphorus under indigent stage in agricultural crops.- Chapter 27. Plant Antioxidant System Regulates Communication Under Abiotic Stress For Enhanced Plant Productivity.- Chapter 28. Nematophagous fungi in antioxidant mediated defence against plant parasitic nematodes.- Chapter 29. Biopriming and Nanopriming: Green Revolution Wings to Increase Plant Yield, Growth and Development under Stress Condition and Forward Dimensions.
£208.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Molecular Mechanism of Crucifer’s Host-Resistance
Book SynopsisThe book is a comprehensive compilation of applied knowledge for developing resistant varieties to all the major biotrophs, hemibiotrophs and necrotrophs pathogens of crucifers through the use of latest biotechnological approaches. The book includes, multi-component resistance, incorporation of non-host resistance gene, function of particular gene in resistance, expression of age related resistance, enhanced gene resistance, sources of alternative gene which enhance disease resistance, through the use of latest biotechnical approaches like proteomics, omics, transcriptomics and metabolomics. The book also explores the molecular basis of disease resistance, its biometabolomics activities in response to infection and interaction by the various biotrophs, hemibiotrophs and necrotrophs pathogens. The identification of R genes and its incorporation into agronomically superior varieties through use of molecular mechanisms is also explained. This compilation is immensely useful to the researchers especially Brassica breeders, teachers, extension specialists, students, industrialists, farmers, and all others who are interested to grow healthy, and profitable cruciferous crops all over the world.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Molecular Mechanisms of Disease Resistance.- Chapter 2. Molecular Mechanisms of Host Resistance to Biotrophs.- Chapter 3. Molecular Mechanisms of Host Resistance to Hemi-biotrophs and Necrotrophs.- Chapter 4. Biometabolomics of Disease Resistance to Biotrophs.- Chapter 5. Biometabolomics of Host Resistance to Hemi-biotrophs and Necrotrophs.- Chapter 6. Glimpses of Host Resistance Genomics.- Chapter 7. Molecular Mechanisms of Host Resistance at a Glance.- Chapter 8. Techniques for Molecular Mechanism of Host Resistance.- Chapter 9. Future Research Priorities.
£134.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Clubroot Disease of Crucifers: Biology, Ecology
Book SynopsisThe book is presenting a comprehensive information on fundamental, and applied knowledge of Plasmodiophora brassicae Woronin. infecting cruciferous crops, and weeds. Clubroot of crucifers has spread over more than 88 countries of the world with average annual loss of cruciferous crops from 10-15 per cent at global level. It is considered as a disease of cultivation since once introduced in a field, its inoculum piles up year by year in the form of resilient resting spores of P. brassicae which spreads in the field through field operations. This disease is very unique since the pathogen can survive in the soil in the rhizosphere of non-host plants in addition to its main host cruciferous species, cultivated or wild. This book complies inclusive information about the disease, its geographical distribution, symptoms, host range, yield losses, and disease assessment scales. The book also explores host-parasite interactions in the form of seed infection, disease cycle, process of infection, pathogenesis, epidemiology and forecasting. Chapters discuss the genetic and molecular mechanisms of host-parasite relationships, management practices including cultural, chemical, biological control practices, and other integrated approaches. The book is immensely useful to researchers, teachers, extension specialists, farmers, and all others who are interested to grow healthy and profitable cruciferous crops all over the world. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture and especially plant pathology. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.Table of ContentsChapter 1.Clubroot perspective.- Chapter 2. The disease- clubroot.- Chapter 3. The pathogen: Plasmodiophora brassicae.- Chapter 4. Electron microscopy and ultra-structures.- Chapter 5. Pathogenic variability.- Chapter 6. Perpetuation and survival of the pathogen.- Chapter 7. Infection and pathogenesis.- Chapter 8. Disease cycle.- Chapter 9. Epidemiology and disease forecasting. Chapter 10. Biochemistry of host-pathogen interaction.- Chapter 11. Host resistance.- Chapter 12. Genomics of clubroot pathogen and pathogenesis.- Chapter 13. Disease management.- Chapter 14. Techniques.- Chapter 15. Clubroot of crucifers-an introspection epilogue.- Chapter 16. Future priority areas of clubroot research for better management.
£134.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Mangroves: Ecology, Biodiversity and Management
Book SynopsisMangroves are one of the most productive and biologically important blue-carbon ecosystems across the coastal intertidal zone of earth. In the current scenario of serious environmental changes like global warming, climate change, extreme natural disasters, mangrove forests play a vital role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and maintaining ecosystem balance. Mangroves are unique ecosystems with rich biological diversity of different taxonomic groups exhibiting great ecological and commercial importance. The book consolidates existing and emerging information on ecology of mangroves, with a special reference to their biodiversity and management. It emphasizes on the role of mangroves in providing various ecological services. The book is a comprehensive compilation covering all aspects of mangrove ecology. It is useful for students and researchers in ecology, plants sciences and environmental sciences. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Mangroves: Types and Importance.- Chapter 2. Biogeography of the Mangrove Ecosystem: Floristics, population structure and conservation strategies.- Chapter 3. Mangroves as feeding and breeding grounds.- Chapter 4. Factors influencing mangrove ecosystems.- Chapter 5. Energy Flux in Mangrove Ecosystems.- Chapter 6. Nitrogen and Phosphorus budget in mangrove ecosystem.- Chapter 7. Mangroves as a Carbon Sink/Stocks.- Chapter 8. Estimation of Blue Carbon stock of mangrove ecosystem and its dynamics in relation to hydrogeomorphic settings and land use-landcover.- Chapter 9. Responses of Mangrove Ecosystems to Climate Change in the Anthropocene.- Chapter 10. Roles of mangroves in combating the climate change.- Chapter 11. Role of mangroves in pollution abatement.- Chapter 12. Measurement and modeling of above-ground root systems as attributes of flow and wave attenuation function of mangroves.- Chapter 13. Mangrove as Natural Barrier to Environmental Risks and Coastal Protection.- Chapter 14. Diversity and community structure of polychaetes in mangroves of Indian coast.- Chapter 15. Structure and Diversity of Plants in Mangrove Ecosystems.- Chapter 16. Livelihood of Forest Dependent Dwellers in relation to the Exploitation of Resources at the fringe of Indian Sundarban.- Chapter 17. The Roles of Mangroves in Sustainable Tourism Development.- Chapter 18. Aquaculture in Mangroves.- Chapter 19. Ecological Valuation and Ecosystem Services of Mangroves.- Chapter 20. Management Action Plans for Development of Mangrove Forest Reserves.- Chapter 21. Geo-spatial tools for Mapping and Monitoring Coastal Mangroves.
£151.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Mangroves: Ecology, Biodiversity and Management
Book SynopsisMangroves are one of the most productive and biologically important blue-carbon ecosystems across the coastal intertidal zone of earth. In the current scenario of serious environmental changes like global warming, climate change, extreme natural disasters, mangrove forests play a vital role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and maintaining ecosystem balance. Mangroves are unique ecosystems with rich biological diversity of different taxonomic groups exhibiting great ecological and commercial importance. The book consolidates existing and emerging information on ecology of mangroves, with a special reference to their biodiversity and management. It emphasizes on the role of mangroves in providing various ecological services. The book is a comprehensive compilation covering all aspects of mangrove ecology. It is useful for students and researchers in ecology, plants sciences and environmental sciences. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Mangroves: Types and Importance.- Chapter 2. Biogeography of the Mangrove Ecosystem: Floristics, population structure and conservation strategies.- Chapter 3. Mangroves as feeding and breeding grounds.- Chapter 4. Factors influencing mangrove ecosystems.- Chapter 5. Energy Flux in Mangrove Ecosystems.- Chapter 6. Nitrogen and Phosphorus budget in mangrove ecosystem.- Chapter 7. Mangroves as a Carbon Sink/Stocks.- Chapter 8. Estimation of Blue Carbon stock of mangrove ecosystem and its dynamics in relation to hydrogeomorphic settings and land use-landcover.- Chapter 9. Responses of Mangrove Ecosystems to Climate Change in the Anthropocene.- Chapter 10. Roles of mangroves in combating the climate change.- Chapter 11. Role of mangroves in pollution abatement.- Chapter 12. Measurement and modeling of above-ground root systems as attributes of flow and wave attenuation function of mangroves.- Chapter 13. Mangrove as Natural Barrier to Environmental Risks and Coastal Protection.- Chapter 14. Diversity and community structure of polychaetes in mangroves of Indian coast.- Chapter 15. Structure and Diversity of Plants in Mangrove Ecosystems.- Chapter 16. Livelihood of Forest Dependent Dwellers in relation to the Exploitation of Resources at the fringe of Indian Sundarban.- Chapter 17. The Roles of Mangroves in Sustainable Tourism Development.- Chapter 18. Aquaculture in Mangroves.- Chapter 19. Ecological Valuation and Ecosystem Services of Mangroves.- Chapter 20. Management Action Plans for Development of Mangrove Forest Reserves.- Chapter 21. Geo-spatial tools for Mapping and Monitoring Coastal Mangroves.
£127.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Role of Potassium in Abiotic Stress
Book SynopsisThis book on potassium in abiotic stress tolerance deals with the ongoing trend in increasing abiotic stresses and interlinked issues food security. As mineral nutrient potassium holds an important place in agriculture and is involved in various physiological and biochemical processes. It takes part in protein synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme activation, cation-anion balance, osmoregulation, water movement, energy transfer, and regulates stomata and photosynthesis. Potassium plays an important role as abiotic stress buster. This book will deal with potassium relevance to plant functions and adaptations, range of its biological functions, role of potassium in abiotic stress tolerance, analyses of mechanisms responsible for perception and signal transduction of potassium under abiotic stress, critical evaluation of and cross-talks on nutrients and phytohormones signaling pathways under optimal and stressful conditions, and interaction of potassium with other nutrients for abiotic stress tolerance. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists working on abiotic stresses. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Role of Potassium in Plant Photosynthesis, Transport, Growth and Yield.- Chapter 2. Potassium Role in Plants Response to Abiotic Stresses. Chapter 3. Molecular Approaches to Potassium Uptake and Cellular Homeostasis in Plants under Abiotic Stress.- Chapter 4. Soil Potassium Availability and Role of Microorganisms in Influencing Potassium Availability to Plants.- Chapter 5. Crosstalk of Potassium and Phytohormones under Abiotic Stress.- Chapter 6. Potassium (K+) Regulation by Phytohormones under Abiotic Stress.- Chapter 7. Role of Potassium in Drought Adaptation: Insights into Physiological and Biochemical Characteristics of Plants.- Chapter 8. Role of Potassium in Heavy Metal Stress.- Chapter 9. Salt Stress Alleviation Strategies to Maintain K+ Homeostasis in Plants.- Chapter 10. Potassium ion Homeostasis, Signaling and Changes in Transcriptomes and Metabolomes Enduring Salinity Stress.- Chapter 11. Potassium: A Potent Modulator of Plant Responses under Changing Environment.- Chapter 12. An Overview of Potassium in Abiotic Stress: Emphasis on Potassium Transporters and Molecular Mechanism.- Chapter 13. Nitric Oxide Synthesis Affects Potassium and Nitrogen Homeostasis in Plants for Salt Tolerance.
£143.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Bacterial Endophytes for Sustainable Agriculture
Book SynopsisThis book is a comprehensive account of recent advances in the endophytic research. It covers recent perspective of endophytic research, molecular diversity, bioprospecting of novel genes using high throughput molecular techniques, and most importantly application of endophytes in practicing sustainable agriculture. Endophytic micro-organisms are mysterious living component associated mutually with plant roots and soil microbes. Various endophytic bacteria have attracted considerable attention for their ability to promote plant growth through direct mechanisms or by acting as biocontrol agents. Endophytes also find use in biocontrol, medicine, agriculture and food industry. This is a useful reading for the student of agriculture, environmental microbiology and biotechnology.Table of Contents1 Endophytic Bacteria: Application against biotic and abiotic stresses and Plant Health Improvements for Sustainable Agriculture.- 2 Endophytic Bacteria: Mitigating Abiotic Stress from Inside.- 3 Diversity and bioactive potential of endophytic bacteria from high-value medicinal plants.- 4 Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) Assisted Phytoremediation of Contaminated Soils.- 5 Endophytic Bacteria: Role in Phosphorous Solubilization.- 6 Endophytes of Medicinal plants: Diversity and Bioactivity.- 7 Title: Biotechnological applications of Bacterial Endophytes.- 8 Genetic Basis of Fungal Endophytic Bioactive Compounds Synthesis, Modulation, and Their Biotechnological Application.- 9 Endophytic bacteria for plant growth promotion.- 10 Bacterial Endophytes and Bio-nanotechnology.- 11 Role of Endophyte Metabolites in Plant Protection and other Metabolic Activities.- 12 Role of Bacterial Endophytes in the Promotion of Plant Growth.- 13 Bacterial endophytes and abiotic stress mitigation.
£143.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Brassinosteroids Signalling: Intervention with
Book SynopsisThis book presents the state of the skill of understanding brassinosteroids (BRs) signaling plus crosstalk with phytohormone and their association in plant adaptation to abiotic stresses comprising physiological, biochemical, and molecular developments. Due to progressively adverse environmental conditions and scarce natural resources, high-efficient crops have become more important than ever. For the successful improvement of stress-tolerant plants, it is vital to understand the precise signaling appliances that plants practice to abide stresses as well as how much these mechanisms are convinced by phytohormone. However, it is also debatable on which step plants can attain brassinosteroids (BRs) signaling from an evolutionary viewpoint. BRs are involved in modulating a large array of important functions throughout a plant’s life cycles. BRs are considered as one of the most important plant steroidal hormones that show a varied role in observing a wide range of developmental practices in plants. Our grip on brassinosteroids signaling has quickly extended over the past two decades, owing in part to the isolation of the constituents intricate in the signal transduction trail. The book proposes a useful guide for plant researchers and graduate students in connected areas. Table of ContentsChapter 1Signal transduction of brassinosteroids under abiotic StressesChapter 2Cross talk between brassinosteroids and nitric oxide regulate plant improvement during abiotic stressChapter 3Brassinosteroids and strigolactones signaling in plantsChapter 4Interaction between brassinosteroids and hydrogen peroxide networking signal molecules in plantsChapter 5The production of high-value secondary metabolites through hairy root transformation in the presence of brassinosteroidsChapter 6Role of brassinosteroids in protein folding under high temperature stressChapter 7Mechanism associated with brassinosteroids cross talk with gibberellic acid in plantsChapter 8Brassinosteroids and ethylene mediated cross talk in plant growth and developmentChapter 9Interplay of brassinosteroids and auxin for understanding of signaling pathwayChapter 10Brassinosteroids cross talk with ABA under stress condition.Chapter 11Cross talk between brassinosteroids and cytokinins in relation to plant growth and developmentsChapter 12Plant proteomics and metabolomics investigations in regulation of brassinosteroidsChapter 13Mechanism associated with brassinosteroids mediated detoxification of pesticides in field grown plantsChapter 14Role of brassinosteroids and its crosstalk with other phytohormone in plant responses to heavy metal stressChapter 15Glyphosate: is brassinosteroids application a remedy?Chapter 16Molecular mechanism of brassinosteroids in boosting crop yield
£134.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Plant Genomics for Sustainable Agriculture
Book SynopsisThis book collates the basic and advanced concepts of plant biotechnology and genomics along with the future trends. It discusses the combination of conventional breeding techniques with genomic tools and approaches leading to a new genomics-based plant breeding technology supporting crop plants that respond better to biotic and abiotic stress, and pathogen attacks. Plant genomics play an important role in developing more efficient plant cultivars which are essential for the neo green revolution needed to feed the world’s rapidly growing population. Plant genomic data is being utilized in genetic engineering to ensure that better and resilient varieties of crops are available ensuring food security. This book is of immense interest to teachers, researchers, crop scientists, capacity builders, and policy makers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, biotechnology, genomics, soil science, and environmental sciences. National and International agricultural scientists and policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction, Scope and Applications of Biotechnology and Genomics for Sustainable Agricultural Production.- Chapter 2. Structure and Organization of Plant Nuclear Genome.- Chapter 3. Transgenesis in Plants: Principle and Methods.- Chapter 4. Genetically Modified Crops and their Applications.- Chapter 5. Transcriptomics in Plant.- Chapter 6. Molecular Breeding and Marker Assisted Selection for Crop Improvement.- Chapter 7.Bioinformatics in Plant Genomics for Next Generation Plant Breeding.- Chapter 8. Whole Genome Sequencing of Plants: Past, Present and Future.- Chapter 9. Model Plants in Genomics.- Chapter 10. RNA Interference Technology in Plants: Mechanisms and Applications in Crop Improvement.- Chapter 11. Use of Genomics to Improve Stress Tolerance.- Chapter 12. Genetics of Plant Organelles: Plastid and Mitochondrial Genomes.- Chapter 13. DNA Barcoding in Plants: Past, Present and Future.- Chapter 14. Advances in Epigenetics for Crop Improvement and Sustainable Agriculture.- Chapter 15. Ethical Aspects and Public Perception on Plant Genomics.
£179.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Science of Wood Degradation and its Protection
Book SynopsisThis edited book covers all aspects of wood degradation from its formation and growing in trees to its end usages when it is put into human usage. Wood is an age-old traditional fascinating material with a sensory-rich immersive experience that kindles aesthetics and creativity. The utility, durability, and functionality of wood render it a cosmopolitan material. It constitutes an integral part of human lives from ancient times to modern societies being used by various sectors viz., construction, furniture, panel products, paper and pulp, sports goods, agricultural implements, etc., Wood, being a biological material, is susceptible to degradation both by physical and biological means, and the need to protect the wood and prevent heavy economic losses constitutes a major challenge. Also, wood formed by the trees is the major sinks of carbon and the carbon remains locked-up for the life of the wood, thereby serving as important tool to mitigate the climate change. But the carbon stored in wood returns to the atmosphere when it degrades and will have positive effect on climate change. Hence, wood protection aiming for extending the service life of wood plays a key role in locking the carbon for a longer period in the wood and also substantially reduce the demand and depletion of forest resources. The book focuses on wood as an important natural bio-resource, inventory of wood protection, usage, utilization, preservatives, protection technologies and wood protection from all forms of degradation. Special focus is given on the eco-friendly way of protecting wood and its importance in mitigating climate change. The book is useful for Indian and international readers, who are working in wood domains. It is of interest to wood technologists, teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policymakers. It is of immense importance as a guide and study material to the graduate and postgraduate students of wood science in various universities of India and abroad.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Wood degradation, challenges and mitigation.- Chapter 2. Wood Decay by fungi: Challenges and Prevention.- Chapter 3. Wounding of Trees: The Precursor of Wood Decay.- Chapter 4.Economically important wood feeding insects - their Diversity, Damage.- Chapter 5. Wood degradation by termites: ecology, economics and protection.- Chapter 6. Wood borers of important fruit trees with special reference to Cerambycids.- Chapter 7. Prospects and advances in management of coconut wood borers.- Chapter 8. Teak heart wood borer Alcterogystia cadambae(Cossidae :Lepidoptera) a potential wood pest of teak and its Management.- Chapter 9. Hoplocerambyx spinicornis Newman: major heartwood borer of Sal Shorea robusta and its management in India.- Chapter 10.Bio-deterioration of Sandalwood (Santalum album L.): Agents and their Management.- Chapter 11.Insect borers of bamboo and their management.- Chapter 12. Wood Biodeterioration in marine environment.- Chapter 13. Natural durability of timber in terrestrial and marine realms of India: A contrasting feature.- Chapter 14. Degradation of Wood and Wooden products by insects and their Management.- Chapter 15. Basics of Wood Drying /Seasoning.- Chapter 16. Chemical Preservatives in Wood Protection . Chapter 17. Potential of Botanicals for Wood Protection.- Chapter 18. Preservation of Engineered Wood Composites (Solid wood Plywood, Block boards/Flush doors) made from Plantation Timbers.- Chapter 19. Wood modification for wood protection.- Chapter 20. Advancements in Nanotechnological Applications for Wood protection.- Chapter 21. Biodegradation: A Vital Component in Life Cycle Assessment of Wood.- Chapter 22.Invasion of wood degraders through wood import and need to strengthen the plant quarantine measures in India.
£169.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Fundamentals of Field Crop Breeding
Book SynopsisThis book is an advanced textbook and a reference book for the post-graduate plant-breeding students and the plant breeders. It consolidates fundamental concepts and also the latest advances in plant-breeding practices including development in crop genomics. It contains crop wise explanation on origin, reproduction, genetics of yield contributing traits, biotic and abiotic stresses, nutritional improvement and crop specific plant-breeding procedures and techniques. The chapters are planned to describe crop-focused breeding procedure for the major crop plants as per their economic importance. The recent developments in breeding of field crops have been reported. The recent progress made in mapping traits of economic importance has been critically reviewed for each crop. The progress made in markers assisted selected in few crops has been summarized. This book bridges the knowledge gap and bring to the researchers and students information on modern breeding tools for developing biotic and abiotic stress tolerant, climate resilient and micronutrient rich varieties of field crops. The chapters in book are contributed by experienced Plant Breeders.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Breeding Field Crops – History, Current Status And Introspections.- Chapter 2: Wheat Breeding.- Chapter 3: Rice Breeding.- Chapter 4: Maize Breeding.- Chapter 5: Barley Breeding.- Chapter 6: Pearl Millet Breeding. Chapter 7: Sorghum Breeding. Chapter 8: Small Millets Breeding.- Chapter 9: Sugarcane Breeding.- Chapter 10: Jute Breeding.- Chapter 11: Cotton Breeding.- Chapter 12: Maintenance Breeding Of Pusa Basmati Varieties.- Chapter 13: Maintenance Breeding.- Chapter 14: Efficient Breeding Of Crop Plants.- Chapter 15: Brassica Breeding.- Chapter 16: Groundnut Breeding.- Chapter 17: Soybean Breeding.- Chapter 18: Castor Breeding.- Chapter 19: Sunflower Breeding.- Chapter 20: Chickpea Breeding.- Chapter 21: Pigeonpea Breeding.- Chapter 22: Mungbean Breeding.- Chapter 23: Urdbean Breeding.- Chapter 24: Lentil Breeding.- Chapter 25: Fieldpea Breeding.- Chapter 26: Lathyrus Breeding.
£67.49
Springer Verlag, Singapore Mutation Breeding for Sustainable Food Production
Book SynopsisThis book highlights the recent progress on the applications of mutation breeding technology in crop plants. Plant breeders and agriculturists are faced with the new challenges of climate change, human population growth, and dwindling arable land and water resources which threaten to sustain food production worldwide. Genetic variation is the basis which plant breeders require to produce new and improved cultivars. The understanding of mutation induction and exploring its applications has paved the way for enhancing genetic variability for various plant and agronomic characters, and led to advances in gene discovery for various traits. Induced mutagenesis has played a significant role in crop improvement and currently, the technology has resulted in the development and release of more than 3600 mutant varieties in most of the crop plants with great economic impact. The field of ‘mutation breeding’ has come long way to become an important approach for crop improvement. This book covers various methodologies of mutation induction, screening of mutants, genome editing and genomics advances and mutant gene discovery. The book further discusses success stories in different countries and applications of mutation breeding in food crops, horticultural plants and plantation crops.This informative book is very useful to plant breeders, students and researchers in the field of agriculture, plant sciences, food science and genetics.Table of Contents
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Omics Approach to Manage Abiotic Stress in
Book SynopsisThe edited book highlights various emerging Omics tools and techniques that are currently being used in the analysis of responses to different abiotic stress in agronomically important cereals and their applications in enhancing tolerance mechanism. Plants are severely challenged by diverse abiotic stress factors such as low water availability (drought), excess water (flooding/ waterlogging), extremes of temperatures (cold, chilling, frost, and heat), salinity, mineral deficiency, and heavy metal toxicity. Agronomically important cereal crops like Rice, Wheat, Maize, Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Barley, Oats, Rye, Foxtail Millets etc. that are the major sources of food material and nutritional components for human health are mostly exposed to abiotic stresses during the critical phases of flowering and grain yield. Different Omics platforms like genomics, transcriptomics proteomics, metabolomics and phenomics, in conjunction with breeding and transgenic technology, and high throughput technologies like next generation sequencing, epigenomics, genome editing and CRISPR-Cas technology have emerged altogether in understanding abiotic stress response and strengthening defense and tolerance mechanism of different cereals. This book is beneficial to different universities and research institutes working with different cereal crops in the areas of stress physiology, stress-associated genes and proteins, genomics, proteomics, genetic engineering, and other fields of molecular plant physiology. The book can also be used as advanced textbook for the course work of research and master’s level students. It will be of use to people involved in ecological studies and sustainable agriculture. The proposed book bring together the global leaders working on environmental stress in different cereal crops and motivate scientists to explore new horizons in the relevant areas of research.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Morphological, architectural and biochemical modifications of cereal crops during abiotic stress.- Chapter 2. Cereal physiology, flowering and grain yield under salinity and drought stress.- Chapter 3. Physiology, flowering and grain yield under abiotic stress imposed by heavy metals.- Chapter 4. Priming effect in developing abiotic stress tolerance in cereals through metabolome reprograming.- Chapter 5. Understanding abiotic stress tolerance in cereals through genomics and proteomics approaches.- Chapter 6. Metabolome analyses in response to diverse abiotic stress.- Chapter 7. Metabolomic profiling of different cereals during biotic and abiotic stresses.- Chapter 8. Plant breeding strategies for abiotic stress tolerance in cereals.- Chapter 9. Transgenic strategies to develop abiotic stress tolerance in cereals.- Chapter 10. Genetically engineered cereals tolerant to abiotic stress.- Chapter 11. Genome editing and CRISPR-Cas technology for enhancing abiotic stress tolerance in cereals.- Chapter 12. Abiotic stress tolerance in cereals through genome editing.- Chapter 13. Varietal physiology, metabolic regulation and molecular responses of rice genotypes to diverse environmental stresses.- Chapter 14. Breeding and Omics Approaches to Understand Abiotic Stress Response in Rice.- Chapter 15. Genomics and transcriptomics approaches to understand abiotic stress response in rice.- Chapter 16. Biochemical and molecular mechanism of wheat to diverse environmental stresses.- Chapter 17. How microRNAs Regulate Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Wheat? A Snapshot.- Chapter 18. Molecular-genetic studies, breeding and genomics-based approaches to develop abiotic stress tolerance in sorghum.- Chapter 19. MicroRNAs shape the Tolerance Mechanisms against Abiotic Stress in Maize.- Chapter 20. Transcriptome, proteome and metabolome profiling for abiotic stress tolerance in maize and barley.- Chapter 21. Omics tools to understand abiotic stress response and adaptation in rye, oat and barley.- Chapter 22. Genomic tools and proteomic determinants for abiotic stress tolerance in pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) and foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.).- Chapter 23. Advancement in Omics Technologies for Enhancing Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Finger millet.- Chapter 24. Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) response and tolerance to abiotic stress.- Chapter 25. Abiotic Stress Response and Adoption of Triticale.
£179.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Assessing, Mapping and Modelling of Mangrove
Book SynopsisThis book presents the state-of-the-art of knowledge in assessing, mapping, and modeling mangrove ecosystem services and outlines various scientific tools and techniques, including environmental scenario-building, spatial and econometric modelling to understand the fluctuations and future availability of mangrove ecosystem services. The book also highlights the current gaps and measures in policy planning and outlines the avenues for capacity building. Through case studies and thematic reviews, the book plans to cater to a wide range of audiences, including students, researchers, and decision-makers at various levels involved in mangrove conservation and land use optimization for sustainable and resilient development. This book is particularly useful to researchers and students in the field of landscape and spatial ecology, coastal zone management, ecosystem services, and resilience planning. It is also a must-read for policymakers, conservators, coastal zone managers, foresters, and general administrators in understanding the current and future roles of mangroves in ecosystem-based adaptation through informed decision-making. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Envisioning the mangrove future through mapping and modelling of mangrove ecosystem services.- Chapter 2. Monitoring Spatial and Temporal Distribution, Pattern and Trend Prediction of Coastal Mangroves in Pakistan using Geospatial Techniques.- Chapter 3.Assessment of mangrove colonization of aquaculture ponds through satellite image analysis: Implications for mangrove management.- Chapter 4. Ecosystem services and their future scenarios centring on mangrove ecosystem in Ishigaki Island, Japan.- Chapter 5. A participatory stakeholder-based approach to assess the drivers and challenges of mangrove loss in Kochi, Kerala, India.- Chapter 6.Understanding potential drivers of mangrove loss in Bhitarkanika and Mahanadi Delta, India to enhance effective restoration and conservation efforts.- Chapter 7. Advancement in measurement and estimation methods of blue carbon studies.- Chapter 8. Change mapping of aboveground carbon stocks and ecosystem services in the mangrove forest of Andaman Islands - implications for conservation and Ecosystem-Based Adaptation.- Chapter 9.Depicting Mangrove’s Potential as Blue Carbon Champion in Indonesia.- Chapter 10. Eco-engineering and mangrove restoration methods to stabilize earthen embankments and establishing bio-shield against natural disasters: a case study from Sundarban Ramsar Wetland, India.- Chapter 11. Ecosystem Services of Urban Fringe Mangrove Forests: The Case of Tamsui River Estuary Mangrove Forest, Taiwan.- Chapter 12. Diversity and Structural Characteristics of Mangrove Forests in the Southern District of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines.- Chapter 13. Cultural Ecosystem Services of Mangroves: A Review of Models and Methods.- Chapter 14. Capacity-building around indigenous and local knowledge (ILK) systems for effective climate adaptation in the low-lying coasts and small-islands.- Chapter 15. Ecosystem services and well-being in the Sundarbans of Bangladesh: A multiple evidence base trajectory.- Chapter 16. Fostering Mangrove Ecosystem Services for Resilient Future of the Asia-Pacific: A Knowledge Synthesis.
£80.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Plant Male Sterility Systems for Accelerating
Book SynopsisThis book covers all aspects of hybrid breeding technologies applied for crop improvement in major field crops. The different male sterility systems such as genetic male sterility (GMS), cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS), cytoplasmic and genetic male sterility (CGMS), and male sterility induced by the photoperiod (PGMS), temperature (TGMS), and chemicals are discussed in detail. The different chapters in this book provide a timeline of the key breakthroughs witnessed in the field of plant male sterility technologies, their application in hybrid breeding, and the relevance to the current need for food security. In-depth insights into the genetic and regulatory mechanisms of plant male sterility have been presented. This includes discussion on a variety of molecular players that induce male sterility and rescue male fertility in the hybrid plants. To enhance this book’s appeal, more emphasis has been given on the modern emerging approaches such as construction of heterotic pools that could boost hybrid breeding for enhanced crop performance amid climate change and growing population worldwide. This book is a guide for growers and industries related to field and horticultural crops. Further, it is a useful reference for plant breeders, researchers and extension workers, and students. The material can also be used for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses.Table of ContentsAttached
£116.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Smart Plant Breeding for Vegetable Crops in
Book SynopsisThis book dispenses a comprehensive coverage of up-to-date account of genomics and genome editing enriched smart plant breeding approaches for enhancing genetic gains in vegetable crops in the post-genomics era. The main focus of the present volume is to illuminate the applications of new techniques evolved in the post-genomics era. The techniques covered are high-throughput sequencing of DNA and RNA, genome editing, epigenetics and epigenomics, genotype by sequencing (GBS), QTL-seq and RNA-seq for transcriptome analysis. Vegetables are the important component of healthy diet, source of energy and hold a promising position in building up a strong immunity. Zero hunger and attaining the food and nutritional security is the top priority of United Nations development goals. Smart breeding of food and vegetable crops to fight the challenges ahead in sustainable manner by keeping the harmony with nature is an important approach to fulfill the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs). This edited book highlights the modern results in smart vegetable breeding in the post genomics era and forecasts crucial areas of future needs. It is an important reference for the, readers, students, researchers, scientists in academia and research industries to provide them comprehensive information of innovative approaches for crop improvement in the post-genomics era and in the era of and climate change. Even the readers, academia, social activists, and others fond of reading will get a fair idea of journey travelled so far and future roadmap for fighting the challenges ahead to meet the sustainable development goals.Table of ContentsAttached
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Medicinal Plants: Their Response to Abiotic
Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive overview of medicinal plants and their interaction with abiotic stress in terms of morphological, physiological, biochemical, and molecular variations, and explains the adaptation and tolerance mechanisms involved. It presents various mechanisms that become operative in medicinal plants to combat stressful situations. The book discusses the secondary metabolites and/or bioactive compounds produced in medicinal plants under abiotic stress conditions, and the use of biostimulants and/or phytoprotectants to alleviate the adverse effects of abiotic stresses on medicinal plants. Additionally, it is likely to address opportunities and challenges in molecular and omics studies of medicinal plants under abiotic stress conditions. Overall, the chapters are developed by eminent subject experts with due care and clarity and cover an up-to-date literature review with relevant illustrations. The book would cater to the need of graduate and post-graduate students, researchers as well as scientists, and may attract the attention of pharmaceutical companies/industrialists and health policymakers.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Medicinal plants and abiotic stress: An overview.- Chapter 2. Medicinal plants proteomics in response to abiotic stresses.- Chapter 3. Medicinal plants metabolomics in response to abiotic stresses.- Chapter 4. Secondary metabolite production in medicinal plants under abiotic stress.- Chapter 5. Effect of temperature (cold and hot) stress on medicinal plants.- Chapter 6. Effect of water stress (drought and waterlogging) on medicinal plants.- Chapter 7. Effects of gaseous pollutants on medicinal plants.- Chapter 8. Impact of salinity stress on medicinal plants.- Chapter 9. Impact of aridity on specialized metabolism: Concentration of natural products in plants.- Chapter 10.The role of PGPRs in medicinal plants under abiotic stress.- Chapter 11. Effect of mineral nutrition and PGRs on biosynthesis and distribution of secondary plant metabolites under abiotic stress.- Chapter 12. Impact of phytoprotectants on growth and yield of medicinal plants under abiotic stress.- Chapter 13. Biostimulants and phytohormones improve productivity and quality of medicinal plants under abiotic stress.- Chapter 14. Light (high light/UV radiation) modulates adaptation mechanisms and secondary metabolite production in medicinal plants.- Chapter 15. Recent Strategies to engineer alkaloid biosynthesis in medicinal plants.- Chapter 16. Genome-editing strategies for enhanced stress tolerance in medicinal plants.- Chapter 16. Phytoremediation potential of medicinal plants.- Chapter 17. Phytoremediation potential of medicinal plants.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Phytochemical Genomics: Plant Metabolomics and
Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive reference for various plant bioactive compounds for research and pharmacological significance across the entire spectrum of phytochemical genomics. The book opens with general information on diversity, analysis and genomic basis of phytochemicals, computational approaches, databases for responsible genes, and biosynthetic pathways, and it delves very much into the details behind phytochemical diversity and diverse roles of plant metabolites. The later parts of the book also explore the direct drug discovery and omics approaches including metabolomics, transcriptomics, as well as gene editing technology experiments to further inspire readers into its unlimited potentials. Each chapter includes detailed analysis and relevant experiments for better and deeper understanding of the concepts. The book will be an invaluable aid for medicinal plant researchers and a rich source of information and advice for advanced undergraduates and graduates in the fields of medicine, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, flavor, and fragrance studies.Table of Contents1.Phytochemical genomics: integration of omics approaches for understanding genomic basis of phytochemicals.- 2.Gene-metabolite networks.- 3.Computational approaches in phytochemical genomics.- 4.Databases relevant to phytochemicals and genes responsible.- 5.Biosynthetic pathways of important metabolites using genomics and metabolomics approaches.- 6.Phytochemical diversity and the diverse roles of phytochemicals in plants.- 7.Role of genomics and metabolomics for breeding crops with higher quantity of metabolites.- 8.Metabolic quantitative trait loci mapping of medicinal plants and crops.- 9.Tools for metabolomics analysis of plants.- 10.Trichomes as an important chemical factories of metabolites.- 11.Stress and metabolites.- 12.Evolution of metabolite diversity and defense mechanisms in plants.- 13.Pathway engineering of genes.- 14.Demand-supply of phytochemicals and the need for ensuring sustainable supply of plants.- 15.Drug discovery and omics.- 16.Gene editing technologies for scaling up production of secondary metabolites.- 17.Medicinal plants and use of omics approaches.- 18.Metabolomics of important medicinal plants.- 19.Transcriptomics of important medicinal plants.
£189.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Plant Metal and Metalloid Transporters
Book SynopsisThis edited book stands as a one place knowledge hub for plant metal(loid) transporters. The book comprehensively covers holistic aspect of metal(loid) transporters involved in uptake and translocation of essential as well as toxic metal(loid)s. Essential and beneficial metal(loid)s are required in every biological process for normal plant growth and development, however in excess they are toxic. There are toxic metal(loid)s also whose accumulation in plants interferes with normal cellular functioning and hampers growth of plants. Hence, metal(loid) uptake and accumulation in plants is a highly regulated phenomenon involving the role of several transporters, enzymes, metabolites, transcription factors and post translational modifications. The book contains chapters from the experts and the contents of the book are presented in simple language and represented through beautiful and scientifically informative figures and tables. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, doctoral and graduate students working in the area of plant physiology, environmental biotechnology, plant biotechnology metal(loid) stress, phytoremediation and crop biofortification. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Plant Metal and Metalloid Transport.- Chapter 2. Heavy Metals: Transport in Plants and their Physiological and Toxicological Effects.- Chapter 3. The Role of ABC Transporter in Metal Tranasport in Plants.- Chapter 4. Cadmium, A Non-Essential Heavy Metal: Uptake, Translocation, Signaling, Detoxification, and Impact on Amino Acid Metabolism.- Chapter 5. Natural Resistance Associated Macrophage Proteins (NRAMP): Functional Significant of Metal Transport in Plants.- Chapter 6. Role of Heavy Metal Atpases in Transport of Cadmium and Zinc in Plants.- Chapter 7. The Versatile Role of Plant Aquaglyceroporins in Metalloid Transport.- Chapter 8. The Multidrug and Toxic Compound Extrusion (MATE) Family in Plants and Their Significance in Metal Transport.- Chapter 9. Molecular Mechanism of Aluminium Tolerance in Plants: An Overview.- Chapter 10. Functional, Structural, and Transport Aspects of ZIP in Plant.- Chapter 11. The Function of HAK as K+ Transporter and AKT as Inward Rectifying Agent in The K+ Channel.- Chapter 12. The Mechanism of Silicon Transport in Plants.- Chapter 13. The Copper Transport Mechanism in Plants.- Chapter 14. Plant Metal Tolerance Proteins: Insight Into their Roles in Metal Transport and Homeostasis for Future Biotechnological Applications.- Chapter 15. Co-Transport Mechanism in Plants for Metals and Metalloids.- Chapter 16. Metal Nanoparticles Implication, Transport, and Detection in Plants.- Chapter 17. Transcription Factors and Metal Stress Signalling in Plants.- Chapter 18. Heavy Metal Transporters, Phytoremediation Potential and Biofortification.- Chapter 19. Phytoremediation and Biofortification: Contrasting Yet Similar Approaches of Manipulating Plant Metal(Loid) Homeostasis for Societal Benefit.
£189.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Microbial Beta Glucanases: Molecular Structure,
Book SynopsisThis book offers an overview of the current knowledge on beta glucanase enzymes derived from actinobacterial source, their structure, functions and industrial applications. It summarizes the exploitation of actinomycetes, assay methods for beta glucanase screening, structural characterisation, genetic engineering, protein engineering, strategies for purification, characterisation and finally how to synthesize a hybrid enzyme of beta glucanases.Enzyme beta glucanases have considerable interest in industrial biotechnology owing to its distinct effect on the hydrolysis of insoluble beta glucan molecules and applications in particular industrial sectors such as food, feed and beverages industries. The beta glucanases are characterized extensively in microorganisms viz. bacteria, fungi and also in plants. A wide varieties of actinobacterial β- glucanases have exclusively active on β-glucan substrates and cleave the mixed linkage β-glucan chains at different points. This is significant for picking precise substrates for the assay of each type of enzymes within this enzyme groups. The well recognized specificity and mechanism of action within the enormous substrates allow to understand that most of them are varied from cellulases, excluding β-1,4-glucanases. The progress in genetic and protein engineering in actinobacterial beta glucanases improves the stability, activity and thermodynamic properties in relation with industrial relevance. This book will be useful for researchers and students engaged in industrial biotechnology, enzyme production, molecular biology, protein engineering and many more.Table of Contents1.An Introduction to Beta Glucan and Beta Glucanases.- 2.Industrial Applications of Beta Glucanases.- 3.Microbial Sources of Beta Glucanase Enzymes.- 4.Role of Beta Glucanases in Animal Nutrition.- 5.Betaglucanse in Breweries.- 6. Exploitation of Actinobacteria for Beta Glucanolytic enzymes –Screening and Characterisation.- 7.Structural Characterisation of Beta Glucanase Genes from Actinobacteria.- 8.Application of Codon Optimization in Actinobacterial Beta Glucanases.- 9.Actinobacterial Beta Glucanases: Recombinant Expression of in E. coli.- 10.Purification and Properties of Recombinant Beta Glucanases Enzymes.- 11.Fungal Beta Glucanases.- 12.Industrial Production and Characterisation of Beta Glucanases.- 13.Protein Engineering of Beta Glucanase Enzymes.- 14.Biotechnological Avenues in Hybrid Beta Glucanase Enzyme Production.
£170.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Temperate Nuts
Book SynopsisThis book focuses on the production technology of temperate nuts. It explores cultivar and plant improvement, development and selection of rootstocks, plant–water relations and irrigation, canopy architecture, and postharvest packaging of nut fruits. It also deals with organic approaches, biotechnological interventions, diseases, and pest management. Contributing authors address nut fruits such as walnut, pecan nut, chestnut, and hazel nut on different recent aspects. The development achieved in the fruit sector is indicative of the fact that there is growing demand of fruit produce. Temperate nuts with health benefits and market acceptability have best sources of fat, fiber, protein, and mineral. They provide dietary fiber, potassium, and a variety of health-protective bioactive compounds. Apart from the health benefits, production of temperate nuts improves the economy of the country as these are very good source of income and employment. In addition, there is wide diversification in the production pattern of nuts globally. Increased production technology such as hybrids, high-yielding selections/ varieties, improved propagation techniques, and increased use of fertilizers and manures have brought spectacular increase in the production of nut fruits. This book is of interest to teachers, scientists, researchers, and scholars. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and postgraduate students of agriculture and horticulture. Horticulture nurseries and orchard industries also find this to be a useful read. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Global scenario of temperate nuts.- Chapter 2. Nutritional composition of temperate nuts.- Chapter 3. Development and selection of rootstocks.- Chapter 4. Cultivars and genetic improvement.- Chapter 5. Improved propagation techniques in temperate nuts.- Chapter 6. Pollination management.- Chapter 7. Mineral nutrition.- Chapter 8. Plant water relations and Irrigation.- Chapter 9. Canopy architecture.- Chapter 10. Biotechnological interventions for improvement of temperate nuts.- Chapter 11. Organic approaches in temperate nuts.- Chapter 12. Shelf life enhancement.- Chapter 13. Package and storage of temperate nuts.- Chapter 14. Physiological disorders.- Chapter 15. Diseases of temperate nuts.- Chapter 16. Integrated pest management of temperate nuts.
£151.99
Springer Verlag, Singapore Immunity Boosting Medicinal Plants of the Western
Book SynopsisThis book presents a comprehensive guide to traditional immunity-boosting medicinal plants of the Himalayas, their traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, diversity, conversation, biotechnology, toxicology, as well as future prospective. All the chapters cover the latest advances in ethnobotany, phytochemistry, biochemistry, and biotechnology. The book offers a valuable asset for researchers and graduate students of chemistry, botany, biotechnology, microbiology, and the pharmaceutical sciences. The main purpose of the present book is to draw on the rich culture, folklore, and biodiversity of immunity-boosting medicinal plants of the Western Himalayas, with particular emphasis on the Indian Trans-Himalayan and Western Himalayan region. All the plants included in the present book are extensively used by the local tribes and people for their health-promoting properties from ancient times. This book will be a substantial contribution to the knowledge of the region and the country. Also, the book will be very useful to scientists, graduates, and undergraduates, along with researchers in the fields of natural products, herbal medicines, ethnobotany, pharmacology, chemistry, and biology. Further, it is an equally significant resource for a person working in different traditional medicinal systems; doctors (especially those engaged in Ayurveda, Chinese traditional medicinal system, Amchi, and allopathy); the pharmaceutical industry (for drug design and synthesis); biochemistry and biotechnology sciences; and the agricultural sciences. Table of Contents1. Introduction to Western Himalayas.- 2. Achillea millefolium L., Common Yarrow.- 3. Arisaema jacquemontii Blume, Jacquemont's Cobra Lily.- 4. Species of Arnebia genus found in the western Himalayas.- 5. Species of the Berberis genus found in the western Himalayas.- 6. Dactylorhiza hatagirea (D.Don) Soo – Himalayan Marsh Orchid.- 7. Fritillaria roylei Hook.f.: Himalayan Fritillary.- 8. Gentiana kurroo Royle: Himalayan Gentian.- 9. Habenaria intermedia D.Don and Habenaria edgeworthii Hook., f. ex Collett.: The Western Himalayan medicinal Plants.- 10. Humulus lupulus L.: Beer plant.- 11. Inula racemosa Hook. f. – Puskarmool: Its ethnobotanical uses, phytochemicals and pharmacological activities.- 12. Juniperus recurva Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don and Juniperus squamata D. Don: Himalayan Juniper.- 13. Lancea tibetica Hook.f. & Thomson: Ethnobotany, phytochemistry and pharmacology.- 14. Malaxis muscifera (Lindley) O. Kuntze. and Malaxis acuminata D. Don.: Jeevak.- 15. Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth.: Kutki.- 16. Species of the genus Polygonatum found in the Western Himalayas.- 17. Species of the genus Rhodiola found in the Western Himalayas.- 18. Saussurea lappa C.B. Clarke: Kushta/Kut.- 19. Saussurea lappa C.B. Clarke: Kushta/Kut.- 20. Species of the genus Selinum found in the western Himalayas.- 21. Swertia chirayita (Roxb. ex Flem.): Chirayata/Chiretta.- 22. Taxus wallichiana Zucc.: The Himalayan yew.- 23. Tribulus terrestris L.: Gokshur /Gokharu.- 24. Species the Genus Viola found in Western Himalayas.
£143.99
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Plant Patterning: Structural And Molecular
Book SynopsisThis book provides a fascinating account of the accumulated knowledge of the mechanisms by which plants regulate their patterning. This is an exciting subject based on a novel endeavor, not least due to the rapid progress made in recent years in the diverse fields of genetics, molecular biology, microscopy, inter- and intracellular signaling, as well as our intimate knowledge of model plants (such as Arabidopsis).This book is unique in that it provides, in one volume, comprehensive information on all the main organs of flowering plants. There is no other book similar to this, written by a single author, that has been published in the last 10 years.The book contains updated information on the differentiation of the plant organs with respect to structure and molecular genetics, and the methodologies employed to investigate plant patterning are described in detail. Extensively illustrated with numerous figures, many of which are in color, the book will appeal to three main groups of readers: novices interested in plant patterning; plant biologists requiring a comprehensive understanding of differentiation in flowering plants; and graduate students in advanced courses.Trade Review"This book takes a new look as to how plants grow ... In this outstanding compilation of enlightened, insightful and critical thinking the author steers the reader skilfully through the hormonal, protein and RNA signalling involved ... The detailed referencing and the clear and colourful illustrations greatly help the reader to understand the ever increasing complexity of the structural and molecular genetic aspects of plant growth and development."Edward C Cocking FRSUniversity of Nottingham, UKTable of ContentsBasic Issues Relevant to Plant Patterning: Plant Hormones; The Cytoskeleton of Plant Cells; Phylogeny, Taxonomy and Gene Duplication; Regulation of Gene Expression; Systems Biology; The Patterning of Plant Components: Patterning of the Angiosperm Embryo; The Shoot Apical Meristem; Patterning of Roots; The Vegetative Shoot and Transition to Flowering; The Angiosperm Leaf; Patterning of Flowers and Their Members.
£144.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Epidemiology And Plant Ecology: Principles And
Book SynopsisThe spatial aspects of epidemics have been a largely ignored feature of plant ecology, yet an understanding of the spatial dynamics of pathogens is essential to quantifying the impact of diseases on wild plants. Moreover, it may provide valuable information for the control of human diseases. This seminal work fulfills such a role by describing the basics of botanical epidemiology within the context of plant ecology. A variety of models are covered to estimate key parameters at both the individual plant and population levels, with emphasis on the value of spatial-temporal models in the evolutionary dynamics of pathogens. Practical methods are presented to validate these models, thus making this book accessible to theorists and empiricists alike.Table of ContentsHistorical Background; Observation of Epidemics; Monocyclic Infection Process; Infection Cycle; Dispersal Process; Latent Period; Infectious Period; Contact Distribution; Resistance; Polycyclic Infection Processes; Host Density; Avoidance and Resistance; Evolutionary Dynamics of Pathogens; Trade-Off Model; Adaptive Dynamics; Modeling Spatial Dynamics of Pathogens; Reaction-Diffusion Models; Epidemic Model; Traveling versus Dispersive Wave; Insights from Modeling; Evolutionary Dynamics; Impact of Pathogens on Plants; Stress-Tolerating Plants; Ruderal Plants; Plant Competitors; Epidemic Competition Model; Matrix Population Models; Flexible Deterministic Models; Biological Weed Control; Weeds; Classical Approach; Bioherbicide Approach; System Management Approach.
£55.10
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Orchid Biotechnology
Book SynopsisThe diversity and specialization in orchid floral morphology have fascinated botanists and collectors for centuries. In the past 10 years, the orchid industry has been growing substantially worldwide. This interesting book focuses on the recent advances in orchid biotechnology research since the last 10 years in Taiwan. To advance the orchid industry, enhancement of basic research as well as advanced biotechnology will provide a good platform to improve the flower quality and breeding of new varieties. Important topics covered include the new knowledge of basic genome, through floral morphogenesis, floral ontology, embryogenesis, micropropagation, to functional genomics such as EST, virus-induced gene silencing, and genetic transformation.Table of ContentsBreeding and Development of New Varieties in Phalaenopsis (C-Y Tang & W-H Chen); Embryo Development of Orchids (Y-I Lee et al.); In Vitro Morphogenesis and Micropropagation of Orchids (W-C Chang); Somaclonal Variation in Orchids (F-C Chen & W-H Chen); The Screening of Orchid Mycorrhizal Fungi (OMF) and Their Application (D C N Chang); Analysis of the Orchid Genome Size Using Flow Cytometry (H-C Lee & T-Y Lin); The Cytogenetics of Phalaenopsis Orchids (Y-Y Kao et al.); Analysis of Chloroplast Genome of Phalaenopsis aphrodite (C-C Chang et al.); Analysis of Expression of Phalaenopsis Floral ESTs (W-C Tsai et al.); Orchid MADS-Box Genes Controlling Floral Morphogenesis (W-C Tsai et al.); Pseudobulb-specific Gene Expression of Oncidium Orchid at the Stage of Inflorescence Initiation (J Tan et al.); Application of Virus-induced Gene Silencing Technology in Gene Functional Validation of Orchids (H-C Lu et al.); Genetic Transformation as a Tool for Improvement of Orchids (Sanjaya & M-T Chan).
£87.30
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Charting New Pathways To C4 Rice
Book SynopsisFeeding Asia in the 21st century will require a second Green Revolution. However, unlike in the first generation, future yield increases will have to be grown using less water and nitrogen in a world of unfavorable climate change — this can only be done by increasing the efficiency of the photosynthetic system, i.e. developing a C4 rice plant. If and when achieved, it would be the first nonevolutionary example of reconstructing the primary metabolism of a plant. The impact of such a scientific achievement would be undeniable, but it requires either a superb feat of genetic engineering or forced evolution.This book describes the alternative ways of achieving C4 photosynthesis in rice. Featuring contributions from leading experts, case studies are used to present views on how C4 rice might be constructed and applied, along with the socioeconomic implications that it entails. Ultimately, readers will be better informed about this highly relevant and timely topic of improving rice yield in a global environment grappling with unpredictable climate change.Table of ContentsWhy Build a New Rice Engine and Why Start Now? (J Sheehy); Hydrilla: Retrofitting a C3 Leaf with a C4 NADP-ME System (G Bowes); Balancing Light Capture with Distributed Metabolic Demand (J Evans); Redesigning C4 Rice from the Limiting C4 Photosynthesis (D-M Jiao); C4 Photosynthesis: Minor or Major Adjustments to a C3 Theme? (R Leegood); Catching Up with the Literature: What We Know Now and Didn't Then (P Mitchell); Learning from Nature to Develop Strategies for the Directed Evolution of C4 Rice (R Sage); C4 Photosynthesis and CO2 Diffusion (S von Caemmerer); and other papers.
£126.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Chemistry And Biology Of Ellagitannins: An
Book SynopsisThis book is the first of its kind that focuses on the chemistry and biology of ellagitannins, a special class of naturally occurring polyphenols which have so far not received the attention they deserve. These polyphenolic substances are found in many plants, including numerous food sources. They not only exhibit unique structural features that fascinate most chemists who are aware of their existence, but also express remarkable biological activities that have yet to attract the interest of the pharmaceutical industry. This is surprising because ellagitannins have been identified as active principles in traditional Chinese medicines.The principal aim of this book is to set the record straight. Most, if not all, worldwide experts in each aspect of the chemistry and biology of this underestimated class of natural products have contributed to this book. It covers topics such as their structural determination and natural occurrence; the most up-to-date knowledge of their biosynthesis; the current state of the art of their total chemical synthesis; their main physicochemical properties and principal biological activities; their presence in food and beverages; and their related health effects. All together, nine chapters compose this book whose content is placed into historical perspective in a yet inspiring preface written by one of the pioneers in modern polyphenol research, Professor Edwin Haslam. This book will be useful not only to scientists involved in natural product research, but also to lecturers and their students as a source of key references and/or a textbook.Table of ContentsEllagitannins Renewed the Concept of Tannin (T Okuda et al.); Structural Diversity and Antimicrobial Activities of Ellagitannins (T Yoshida et al.); Biosynthesis of Ellagitannins: Old Ideas and New Solutions (G Gross); Physicochemical Properties and Biomimetic Reactions of Ellagitannins (T Tanaka et al.); Total Synthesis of Ellagitannins (K Khanbabaee); Immunomodulatory Ellagitannin Chemistry (K Feldman et al.); Bioavailability and Metabolism of Ellagic Acid and Ellagitannins (F A Tomas-Barberan et al.); Ellagitannins in Food (R Torronen); C-Glycosidic Ellagitannins and Their Influence on Wine Chemistry (S Quideau et al.).
£134.10
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Guide To Medicinal Plants, A: An Illustrated
Book SynopsisThis book presents up-to-date information on a total of 75 native and non-native medicinal plants growing in Singapore. Comprehensive and useful information from the published literature — including plant descriptions and origins, traditional medicinal uses, phytoconstituents, pharmacological activities, adverse reactions, toxicities, and reported drug-herb interactions — is presented in an easy-to-read manner for easy and quick reference. There is no minimum level of knowledge required to read this book, and botanical and medical glossaries are also provided for readers' convenience.The book will be of great practical benefit to a wide-ranging audience. Educators and students in complementary medicine and health, pharmacognosy, medicinal chemistry, natural products, pharmacology, toxicology, pharmacovigilance, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, botany, biology, chemistry and life sciences will find the information useful. The book will also appeal to clinicians, pharmacists, nurses and researchers, as it contains a comprehensive reference list at the end for further reading.Table of ContentsLatin Binomial Names; Common Names; Descriptions; Origin; Phytoconstituents; Traditional Medicinal Uses; Pharmacological Activities; Dosage; Adverse Reactions; Contraindications; Drug-Herb Interactions; Botanical Glossary; Medical Glossary.
£89.10
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Molecular Targets And Therapeutic Uses Of Spices:
Book SynopsisMost therapeutics available today are highly toxic, very expensive and exhibit minimum efficacy. The issue of toxicity is even more critical for prevention than for therapy because the former involves normal subjects. Thus, therapeutics that are safe and affordable are needed for both prevention and therapy. Spices of Southeast Asian origin, once employed for taste, appearance and preservation of food, now appear to have therapeutic value for humans. What the active principles in these spices are and how they mediate their effect against various diseases are beginning to emerge from extensive research carried out within the last half-century. The current monograph is an attempt to address the active constituents, their molecular targets and the therapeutic uses of these spices.Table of ContentsMolecular and Therapeutic Uses of Curcumin (Turmeric); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Piperine (Black Pepper); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Capsaicin (Red Chilli); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Geraniol (Cardamom); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Eugenol (Clove); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Polyphenols (Cinnamon); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Apigenin (Coriander); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Menthol (Mint); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Gingerol (Ginger); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Sulphur-Containing Compounds (Garlic); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Diosgenin (Fenugreek); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Thymoquinone (Kalonji); Molecular and Therapeutic Uses of Anethole (Fennel).
£130.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Orchid Biotechnology
Book SynopsisThe diversity and specialization in orchid floral morphology have fascinated botanists and collectors for centuries. In the past 10 years, the orchid industry has been growing substantially worldwide. This interesting book focuses on the recent advances in orchid biotechnology research since the last 10 years in Taiwan. To advance the orchid industry, enhancement of basic research as well as advanced biotechnology will provide a good platform to improve the flower quality and breeding of new varieties. Important topics covered include the new knowledge of basic genome, through floral morphogenesis, floral ontology, embryogenesis, micropropagation, to functional genomics such as EST, virus-induced gene silencing, and genetic transformation.
£38.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Photosynthesis: Solar Energy For Life
Book SynopsisPhotosynthesis has been an important field of research for more than a century, but the present concerns about energy, environment and climate have greatly intensified interest in and research on this topic. Research has progressed rapidly in recent years, and this book is an interesting read for an audience who is concerned with various ways of harnessing solar energy.Our understanding of photosynthesis can now be said to have reached encyclopedic dimensions. There have been, in the past, many good books at various levels. Our book is expected to fulfill the needs of advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in branches of biology, biochemistry, biophysics, and bioengineering because photosynthesis is the basis of future advances in producing more food, more biomass, more fuel, and new chemicals for our expanding global human population. Further, the basics of photosynthesis are and will be used not only for the above, but in artificial photosynthesis, an important emerging field where chemists, researchers and engineers of solar energy systems will play a major role.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Biological Shape Analysis - Proceedings Of The
Book SynopsisThis volume represents an ongoing series entitled Biological Shape Analysis, of which this is the 4th Edition. These proceedings represent state-of-the-art research in the field of biology, broadly-based, that deal with the quantitative analysis of the shape of the biological form. These numerical analyses include Fourier analytic methods, wavelets, neural networks, machine vision, machine learning, median axis transforms, spectral clustering, genome-wide association studies, 3D surface mapping, as well as more traditional morphometric approaches. Studies included are drawn from research in agricultural genetics, anatomy, anthropology, botany, dentistry, entomology, forensics, human evolution, paleontology, primatology, to name a few.The shape of forms can be considered of central importance in terms of identification, comparison, and classification of biological organisms. These proceedings, of which this is the fourth one, are unique in that they deal extensively with a wide range of organisms in biology, including both fauna and flora. They bring together diverse practitioners from a wide variety of disciplines. This represents a major departure from the current emphasis on specialization in the biological sciences. It is of particular importance to note that these issues dealing with shape analysis of biological structures are found to be common across very diverse disciplines and these proceedings are the first ones to highlight this.There are no volumes currently available that are as broadly-based as these proceedings in dealing with the quantification of shape analysis. (1) These volumes are unique in their diversity in covering the biological disciplines; (2) The emphasis on numerical approaches; and (3) the numerous state-of-the-art research papers.
£156.60
