Functional Genomics and Molecular Breeding of Root and Tuber Crops
A special issue of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395). This special issue belongs to the section "Crop Breeding and Genetics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2025 | Viewed by 72
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Root and tuber crops, such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, radishes, and carrots, are important sources of food for humanity. For instance, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and cassava are crucial staple crops, accounting for one-fourth of global grain production. Achieving high yields and the quality of root and tuber crops, as well as enhancing their environmental adaptability, are the primary objectives in their production. However, research on functional genomics, the exploration of key functional genes and their molecular mechanisms, and the development of genetic engineering technologies for root and tuber crops are still limited. This Special Issue focuses on the discussion of functional genomics and the molecular breeding of root and tuber crops, including the following aspects:
- Functional genomics and omics data analysis of root and tuber crops;
- The molecular genetic basis of root and tuber development, such as the regulation mechanisms of the swelling period, quantity, shape, quality, etc.;
- The molecular mechanisms of the biotic and abiotic environmental adaptation of root and tuber crops;
- The development and optimization of molecular breeding and genetic engineering technologies for root and tuber crops, such as genetic transformation and gene editing technologies.
The research outcomes will provide theoretical foundations and technical support to increase the yield and quality, as well as the mechanized operations of root and tuber crops, thereby promoting the technological advancement of emerging industries.
Dr. Huan Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- root and tuber crops
- functional genomics
- gene function and molecular mechanism
