Molecular Basis of Seed Germination and Dormancy
A special issue of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 1063
Special Issue Editors
Interests: seed developmental biology; seed dormancy; germination; phytohormone; molecular mechanism
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Interests: rice (Oryza sativa L.); quantitative trait locus; seed development; grain weight
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Interests: reproductive development; plant genomics and genetics; molecular breeding
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The genetic basis and regulatory mechanism of seed dormancy and germination have been a fundamental scientific problem in botany research. In agricultural production, strong dormancy will lead to a low germination rate and uneven emergence. In contrast, weak dormancy will trigger pre-harvest sprouting, reducing the yield and quality of seeds. Hence, coordinating the dormancy and germination of seeds is a primary industrial requirement for agricultural production. In the past decades, significant progress has uncovered the signalling pathways by which seed germination or dormancy are controlled, especially under adverse conditions, such as low temperature, drought, salinity, etc. However, the molecular basis of seed germination and dormancy still needs in-depth study, which would fine-tune crop seeds' dormancy and germination to improve grain quality and yield. The goal of this Special Issue, "Molecular Basis of Seed Germination and Dormancy" in Biology, is to provide an overview of the latest research and discoveries in the regulation of seed germination and dormancy, including cloning novel genes, as well as the potential utilization of biotechnologies. We welcome all types of submissions, including original research, reviews, and methodologies in this field, including (but not limited to) research covering:
- Signaling pathway regulating seed germination or dormancy;
- Morphology or physiology involved in germination or dormancy;
- The role of phytohormones controlling seed germination or dormancy;
- Novel metabolites affecting seed germination or dormancy.
Dr. Yifeng Wang
Prof. Dr. Jiezheng Ying
Dr. Xiaohong Tong
Dr. Yu Cheng
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- molecular mechanism
- genetic basis
- seed germination
- dormancy
- genetic improvement
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