Emerging Pattern in Plant Genomics and Marker Assisted Breeding Vol 2

by Bonipas Antony J, Maruthi Prasad B P, Shobica Priya R, Pallavi M, Sangamesh Nevani

ISBN: 9789371708661
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Imprint : Daya Publishing House
Year : 2027
Price : Rs. 11995.00
Biblio : x+249p., tbls., figs., ind., 25cm.,

Author Profile

Bonipas Antony. J, holds a Bachelor's in Agricultural Sciences from Lovely Professional University, Punjab, and M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding from UAS, Dharwad. He is now pursuing Ph.D. at TNAU. He has received ICAR-JRF and CSIR-JRF fellowships and cleared CSIR-NET (2020) in Life Sciences and ASRB-NET (2021, 2023). Bonipas has contributed to academic publications and engages in international and national conferences. Maruthi Prasad B. P. with a Bachelor's in Agricultural Sciences and M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding from UAS, Dharwad, is currently pursuing Ph.D. at UAS, Bangalore. He holds CSIR-JRF fellowships, passed CSIR-NET (2023) in Life Sciences, ASRB-NET (2021 & 2023), and UGC-NET (2022). Maruthi actively contributed to publications, organized national and international conferences, and engages in scholarly events. |Shobica Priya R, holds a Bachelor's and M.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences and Genetics and Plant Breeding, respectively, from TNAU. She is presently pursuing Ph.D. at TNAU. She has cleared the ASRB-NET (2021), and is a recipient of TNAU Merit Scholarship (2019) and the DST-INSPIRE fellowship (2021). Shobica has authored academic publications, book chapters and actively participates in international and national conferences. Pallavi. M, holds a Bachelor's in Agricultural Sciences from UAS, Bangalore, and M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding from ANGRAU, Andhra Pradesh. She is now pursuing Ph.D. at UAS, Bangalore. She has received ICAR-JRF fellowship and passed ASRB-NET (2021 & 2023). Pallavi has contributed to publications and engages in international and national conferences. Sangamesh Nevani, holds a Bachelor's in Agricultural Sciences from UAS, Dharwad and M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding from UAS, Bengaluru and received Doctoral degree from UAS, Dharwad. Presently working as a PVERA in PPV&FRA New Delhi. He has authored academic publications and participates in conferences.

About The Book

Explore the cutting edge of plant genomics and marker-assisted breeding with Unveiling Nature's Code. This concise guide traces the evolution of DNA sequencing and gene mapping, providing a solid understanding of the molecular foundations behind crop improvement. Through real-world examples and case studies, it showcases how marker-assisted techniques are transforming agriculture by enhancing crop traits, ensuring food security, and fostering sustainability. Addressing key challenges and ethical considerations, this book invites both scientists and enthusiasts to engage with the revolutionary advances in plant genetics, driving a more resilient and abundant agricultural future.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgement v Preface vii 1. Precision Selection: Selection Theory of Marker Assisted Breeding 1 2. Implication of Marker Assisted Selection: Practical Approach 13 3. Concepts and Applications of Multi-Trait Selection in Plant Breeding 25 4. From Theory to Practice: Advancements in Genomic Selection and Predictive Breeding 37 5. Opportunities and Challenges to Implementing Genomic Selection in Clonally Propagated Crops 53 6. Population Genetics and Plant Breeding 67 7. Pan Genomics: Leveraging Wild Relatives for Crop Improvement 81 8. Tools and Techniques for Exploiting Genomic Diversity in Crop Improvement 95 9. Genomic Approaches in Improving Heterosis 105 10. Breeding for Abiotic Stress Tolerance Through Plant Genomics Approach 111 11. Enhanced Photosynthetic Efficiency and Carbon Capture: Focus in Plant Breeding 125 12. Innovative Plant Genomic Approaches in Breeding Disease Resistant Crop 137 13. Breeding for Insect Pest Resistance Using Genomic Tools 161 14. Improving Health Benefits Through Plant Breeding: Breeding for Nutritional Quality 175 15. Introduction: Novel Approaches in Crop Improvement: Harnessing Cytogenetic Tools 185 16. Seed Systems for Rapid Adaptation of Improved Crop Varieties 207 17. Intellectual Property Rights in Plant Breeding and Bio-safety Issues in Plant Biotechnology 227 Index 247