The Effect of Plasma in Plant

Dear Colleagues,

Molecular research has played a key role in uncovering the mechanisms behind the effect of plasma and plasma-treated solutions on plant development. Through advanced techniques such as transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, researchers have been able to gain deeper insights into the molecular changes that occur in plants after plasma treatment. For example, studies have shown that plasma exposure triggers changes in gene expression and protein synthesis, leading to alterations in the plant's growth and physiological processes. Furthermore, molecular research has revealed that plasma treatment can activate plant defense mechanisms, increase the efficiency of nutrient uptake, and enhance stress tolerance, among other benefits. These studies have provided a wealth of information on the molecular pathways involved in plasma–plant interactions and have established new avenues for further research. As such, molecular research has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of the potential applications of plasma technology in agriculture and horticulture, and has great potential to contribute to the development of more sustainable and efficient crop production methods. This Special Issue aims to showcase the latest research on the effects of cold plasma and plasma-treated solutions on plant signal transduction, metabolism, development, and physiological processes, with the goal of improving plant productivity.

Dr. Evgeny Konchekov
Dr. Oleg V. Batishchev
Guest Editors

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