Advances in Plant Anatomy and Cell Biology
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Cell Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2024 | Viewed by 441
Special Issue Editors
Interests: plant anatomy and embryology in angiosperms with emphasis on glandular structures
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2. Instituto de Investigaciones en Recursos Naturales, Agroecología y Desarrollo Rural (IRNAD), Universidad Nacional de Río Negro-CONICET, San Carlos de Bariloche 8400, Argentina
Interests: tree growth; anatomical traits; plant architecture; stems and leaves; root/shoot traits
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The enduring relevance of plant anatomy and cell biology in botanical research can be attributed to the following reasons:
Continual Discovery: Despite over 200 years of study, there is still much to be discovered in the field of plant anatomy and cell biology. The complexity of plant structures and processes ensures that new findings are continually being made.
Foundation of Knowledge: Every new scientific study builds upon the knowledge gained from thousands of previous studies. Plant anatomy and cell biology form the bedrock of this knowledge, providing the fundamental understanding upon which new research is based.
Unsolved Problems: Many branches of botany still have unsolved problems. These challenges can be overcome with a deep understanding of plant anatomy and cell biology.
Diverse Applications: The knowledge of plant anatomy and cell biology is crucial for addressing diverse questions, from taxonomic relationships to physiological problems in crops. These fields provide the tools necessary for such investigations.
In conclusion, plant anatomy and cell biology remain at the forefront of botanical research due to their foundational role, the ongoing discovery they facilitate, their relevance to unsolved problems, and their wide-ranging applications. As we continue to delve into the intricacies of plant life, these fields will undoubtedly continue to be vital tools in our scientific arsenal.
Dr. Ana María Gonzalez
Prof. Dr. Javier Guido Puntieri
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- angiosperms
- vegetative anatomy
- flowers
- plant tissues
- glandular cells
- anatomical characters
