Genetics and Molecular Breeding of Fruit Tree Species
The global demand for horticultural crops with improved agricultural traits-such as enhanced fruit quality, higher yields, and increased resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses-is steadily rising. In this context, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the genetic basis underlying key agronomic traits is essential. However, genetic research and traditional breeding in fruit trees face significant challenges, including long juvenile phases, large plant sizes, and high levels of heterozygosity. Recent advancements in biotechnology and the emergence of genomics have opened up new avenues to overcome these limitations in conventional fruit tree breeding. The development of high-throughput genetic platforms, the availability of whole genome sequences, and the application of multi-omics approaches, along with genome-wide association studies (GWAS), have substantially advanced our understanding of the genetic architecture of traits of agronomic importance. In recent decades, biotechnological tools -such as molecular-based characterization, marker-assisted selection, and innovative breeding techniques including cisgenesis and genome editing- associated with the availability of efficient plant regeneration protocols are accelerating both the functional characterization of traits and the overall breeding process in fruit trees. This Reprint is part of the Special Issue "Genetics and Molecular Breeding of Fruit Tree Species", which aims to showcase the latest research and developments in the genetic and molecular breeding of fruit trees, focusing on the selection and creation of new genotypes with enhanced traits.
Impact of Climate Change on Medicinal and Herbal Plant microRNA
Climate change poses unprecedented challenges to plant growth, biodiversity, and productivity, necessitating innovative strategies for sustainability. MicroRNAs in Plants: Climate Change, Stress, and Resilience delves into the intricate relationship between climate-induced stress and the molecular mechanisms underpinning plant adaptation, with a special focus on microRNAs (miRNAs). This book provides an in-depth exploration of miRNAs as pivotal regulators in plant biology, offering insights into their biogenesis, functional roles, and applications in stress management and crop improvement.Highlighting the interdisciplinary approach to understanding plant resilience, this book examines critical topics, including the impact of abiotic stressors like heavy metals and elevated CO₂ levels, regulatory roles of miRNAs in photosynthesis and productivity, and the integration of bioinformatics and epigenetics in miRNA research. Through comprehensive chapters, readers gain knowledge about miRNA-mediated bioengineering, genome stability, and the emerging potential of omics technologies to combat the effects of climate change on agriculture.Key Features: A thorough analysis of miRNA biogenesis, regulation, and degradation, along with their myriad functional roles in plant biology. Exploration of abiotic stress tolerance mechanisms in medicinal, cereal, legume, tuber, fruit, biofuel, and beverage crops. Insights into bioinformatics tools and databases for miRNA analysis and their implications for stress tolerance studies. Discussions on miRNA-mediated bioengineering for climate-resilient crops and recent advances in omics approaches. Designed for researchers, students, and professionals in plant sciences, bioinformatics, and climate studies, this book bridges fundamental and applied research, making it an essential resource for addressing climate variability through molecular innovations.
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Information in Water
Can water remember, transmit, and organize information?This groundbreaking book reveals a revolutionary vision of water: not merely a vital resource, but a living quantum matrix capable of storing and transferring biological information. From the physics of coherent domains to the most recent research on the memory of water, Information in Water bridges cutting-edge science and ancestral wisdom, showing how this invisible element shapes the visible world and sustains life itself.Inside these pages, you will discover: What structured water is, and how it influences essential processes such as molecular recognition, cellular energy, and neuronal communication.How quantum physics applied to water is transforming our understanding of biology and health.The profound relationship between water and consciousness, explored from both scientific and ancestral perspectives.Experiments and discoveries suggesting that water carries not only molecules but also patterns of information.Written in clear, accessible language yet grounded in rigorous research, Alessandro Danesin - biologist, researcher, and explorer of ancestral knowledge - takes you on a journey from the cosmic origins of water to the latest scientific hypotheses that could redefine our understanding of life's cycle.More than a scientific essay, this is a bridge between worlds: between physics and biology, and between modern science and ancient cultures that have always sensed water's extraordinary nature.If you have ever wondered why water is so unique, this book offers the keys to understanding its role as a carrier of memory, energy, and life.Get ready to look at the glass of water in front of you... and never see it the same way again.
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Art or Scribbles? in the Eye of the Beholder: The Evolutionary Emergence of Visual Communication
The book is about how art arose; and how it became what we call art today. How did art emerge from the relationships between people and the things they produce and the ideas of producers? How do people manipulate those relationships in their own society? How do outsiders work out the ways in which those relationships were used to make art? What is art and why are all people engaged with it in one way or another? From its very beginning, and everywhere, art has always been embedded in its cultural context--the contexts of the people who made and see it--and that context has often been ritual. The history of art confused "social and institutional changes" of view because western critics (or artists) sought to define the boundaries of art so tightly that ritual, purposeful or utilitarian works were excluded from it. In their definition, art only existed if the rituals of the original producers were stripped from the works or if the objects were appropriated away from the situation in which they were produced. The objects stripped from their context could then only be valued for their aesthetics. Art consists of relationships between people, things, and ideas in quite specific ways. Those relationships are discussed at length in this book. The book is aimed at artists, art historians and archaeologists, but also at the general public interested in art. It is intended both for people whose interest in art comes from knowledge of the art of all continents, and for those who have no knowledge.
Integrated Soil Management
Soil, as a living system, plays a fundamental role in sustainable development, making a decisive contribution to ecosystem services. Through its dynamics, it influences and is influenced by the contexts that surround it. In particular, through carbon farming practices, soil can contribute to carbon sequestration and thus mitigate the effects of climate change and consequent global warming. In this context, this special issue contributes to a better understanding of the relationship between the various soil dynamics and other dimensions, including socio-economic ones, from a perspective that can serve as a basis for integrated soil management. The contributions received are scientific insights that allow for an overall framework for agricultural production, soil composition, greenhouse gas emissions, and more sustainable development.
State-of-the-Art Environmental Microbiology in China (2023-2024)
Laccases in Fungi
This book delves into the intricate world of fungal laccases, focusing on their biochemical diversity and catalytic efficiency across different fungal species. Laccases are multicopper oxidases with significant applications in biotechnology, bioremediation, and industrial processes due to their ability to oxidize a wide range of phenolic and non-phenolic compounds. The central theme of this work is a comparative analysis of laccases derived from various fungal strains, highlighting their structural variations, enzymatic properties, and functional mechanisms. By examining these enzymes across different taxonomic groups, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of how fungal laccases adapt to environmental conditions and substrate specificities, offering insights into their potential biotechnological exploitation.
The Microbiome in Cancer and Autoimmunity - Part a
Microbiome in Cancer and Autoimmunity - Part A, Volume 394 offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between the human microbiome and the development of cancer and autoimmune diseases. Delving into cutting-edge research and clinical insights, this groundbreaking work elucidates the role of microbial communities in influencing immune responses, disease pathways, and therapeutic outcomes. From deciphering the molecular mechanisms underlying microbiome-host interactions to unraveling the impact of dysbiosis on disease progression, the book provides a multifaceted analysis of the microbiome's pivotal role in cancer and autoimmunity. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this book serves as a pivotal resource for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals seeking to understand and harness the therapeutic potential of the microbiome in combating cancer and autoimmune conditions.
The Progress of Equine Medical Research in China and Beyond
Dear Colleagues, The 2024 International Forum of Equine Medicine, held under the auspices of the 11th Annual Congress of the Chinese Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), was hosted by the CVMA Chinese Board of Equine Practitioners (CBEP) and the College of Veterinary Medicine at China Agricultural University. The forum, which took place on August 24-25 in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, brought together equine medical researchers and practitioners from China, the USA, Austria, Korea, and other regions. The forum highlighted advancements in various facets of equine medicine, including internal medicine, surgery, sports medicine, reproductive science, and equine welfare. The forum's primary objective is to facilitate the advancement of equine medical education and research in China, while also cultivating robust international partnerships within the equine academic community.This Reprint, entitled "The Progress of Equine Medical Research in China and Beyond", synthesizes the key insights and research presented during the forum. It serves as a comprehensive resource for equine practitioners and researchers worldwide, offering a detailed overview of the current progress in equine medical research, both within China and on the global stage. Additionally, this Reprint marks the launch of the CBEP program, which is conceived to deliver continuous education and a substantial communication platform for Chinese equine practitioners.
Silver and Gold Compounds as Antibiotics
Bacterial infections are a continuous threat to human health and one of the most important challenges in medicine today. The healthcare sector is facing a totally new challenge when it comes to dealing with the design and development of new antibiotics. Silver and gold salts have traditionally been administered to microbial infections. It is, therefore, essential to design new silver or gold compounds able to overcome the bacterial resistance of already known antibiotics. Moreover, promising antibacterial metal compounds, such as those of silver or gold, aim to resist the development of multidrug-resistant bacteria, and this is a research and financial issue of great importance.This Special Issue on "Silver and Gold Compounds as Antibiotics" aims to provide an overview of this increasingly diverse field, presenting recent developments and the latest research with particular emphasis on the role of silver or gold compounds as antibiotics. Readers of this Special Issue will gain a broader knowledge of antimicrobial metal compounds.
Advanced Therapy in Companion Animals
Dear Colleagues, This Reprint, titled "Advanced Therapy in Companion Animals", focuses on the latest innovations and techniques in veterinary medicine aimed at improving the health and well-being of pets. This Reprint explores cutting-edge therapies, including regenerative medicine, gene therapy, immunotherapy, and precision medicine, which are revolutionizing the treatment of chronic and acute conditions in companion animals. By highlighting breakthroughs in diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and minimally invasive surgical procedures, this Reprint underscores the growing role of advanced technology in extending and enhancing the quality of life for pets. This Reprint also emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between veterinarians, researchers, and biotechnologists to drive further progress in the field. With a combination of case studies, clinical trials, and expert reviews, this Reprint serves as a comprehensive resource for veterinary professionals seeking to stay at the forefront of advanced therapeutic approaches.
The Biochemist's Toolbox
The book is a comprehensive guide designed for students, researchers, and laboratory professionals in the field of biochemistry. This book explores the core principles behind biochemical methods and offers detailed insights into modern experimental techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, electrophoresis, and molecular cloning. It emphasizes the practical applications of these tools in diagnostics, drug discovery, molecular biology, and metabolic research. By blending theory with hands-on guidance, the book serves as an essential resource for understanding and mastering the diverse instruments and methodologies that define contemporary biochemical investigation.
Effect of Processing and Cooking on Physicochemical, Sensory, and Functional Properties of Food
Food processing and cooking are matters of technology, but they are also arts. They can not only transform raw ingredients into diverse foods, but also increase the reuse rate of natural resources and processing by-products, meaning that consumers can enjoy high-quality, functional foods. This reprint contains 16 valuable and high-quality original research articles spread across four sections: 1. Enhancing the nutritional value and functionality of traditional foods. 2. The reuse of processing by-products, 3. The effects of different processing and cooking methods on food quality characteristics. 4. The application of new food processing technologies. The research contained in this Special Issue will both help researchers to conduct follow-up studies and encourage the food industry to develop new products.
Genetics and Genomics of Livestock Health, Fertility and Product Quality
The global population is expected to approach 10 billion people by 2050, with the expectation that the economic status of individuals in developing countries will continue to improve. As a result, worldwide demand for animal products is expected to increase by 70% by 2050. Increasing animal production will require a deep understanding of animal biology through genetics and genomics to feed the world's growing population. Furthermore, consumers desire high-quality products. Concurrently, farmers need to combat diseases in the face of increased antimicrobial resistance and pressure from consumers and regulators to minimize the use of antibiotics. Genetics and genomics will play key roles in improving the efficiency of production systems. Genetic selection and innovations must target animal production, product quality, reproduction, health, and welfare to ensure a high-quality, safe, healthy, and affordable food supply is available worldwide.
Cell Biology, Genetics, and Evolution
Cell Biology, Genetics, and Evolution: Biology Lab Manual provides innovative and succinct lab coursework for core topics in introductory biology, including: Microscopes and CellsDiffusion and OsmosisDNA FingerprintingDNA Structure, Replication, and MitosisGene Expression and MutationsMeiosis and Sexual ReproductionGeneticsNatural SelectionDesigned by faculty for use in their own classroom, this lab manual offers high-quality materials at affordable prices.
Cell Biology for Allied Health
Cell Biology for Allied Health: Biology Lab Manual provides innovative and succinct lab coursework for core topics in biology specific to allied health applications, including: Measurement and Scientific MethodMolecules and Chemical ReactionsSolutions, Acids, Bases, and BuffersCarbohydrates and LipidsProteins and EnzymesDiffusion, Osmosis, and Membrane PermeabilityCellular Structure and DivisionMetabolismMolecular Genetics and Gene ExpressionCell Division and InheritanceDesigned by faculty for use in their classrooms, this lab manual offers high-quality materials at affordable prices. The ten labs in this manual feature perforated pages for students to tear out and turn in.
Diversity and Ecology of Fungi from Underexplored and Extreme Environments
This Reprint compiles a selection of peer-reviewed articles focused on extremotolerant and extremophilic fungi-organisms capable of surviving and thriving under severe environmental conditions such as high salinity, desiccation, radiation, extreme pH, or the presence of toxic compounds. These fungi are attracting increasing attention due to their remarkable physiological traits and their potential roles in biotechnology, agriculture, and environmental resilience, among other fields. The Reprint brings together contributions that explore the diversity, taxonomy, phylogeny, ecology, and functional biology of extremotolerant fungi. Several papers examine their mechanisms of stress tolerance and metabolic versatility, while others focus on ecological interactions, including plant symbiosis, degradation of pollutants, and adaptation to extreme or contaminated habitats. The collection highlights the relevance of these fungi as model systems for understanding eukaryotic life at the edge and as sources of novel enzymes and metabolites. By showcasing recent advances from multiple disciplines, this Reprint aims to provide a curated glimpse into selected areas of current interest within the rapidly expanding field of fungi from extreme environments. It is intended for researchers and professionals in fungal biology, microbial ecology, environmental microbiology, and applied biotechnology, serving as a valuable reference point for future studies in this expanding field.
Cell Biology for Allied Health
Cell Biology for Health Sciences: An Active Learning Workbook provides active learning activities for the classroom and reflection exercises and questions to engage students planning to enroll in Health Science degrees, such as allied health programs or nursing. By focusing on active learning, our workbook places students in reflective scenarios about their learning to help them fully embrace their educational experience.The workbook includes chapters on the following scientific topics: Properties of life and matter, the scientific method, and atomic structureAtomic bonds, chemical reactions, and the periodic tableProperties of water, acids, bases, and pHOrganic molecules, dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis, carbohydrates, and lipidsNucleic acids, proteins, and enzymesCell membranes, structure, and functionCells, organelles, cell specialization, and cell cycleAerobic cellular respirationGene expression, transcription, and translationMitosis, meiosis, and inheritance
Review of Copepoda Associated with Sea Anemones and Anemone-Like Forms (Cnidaria, Anthozoa)
This is a print on demand publication. Associations of copepods with marine invertebrates are common, especially in tropical waters. In the 25 years before this review was written in 1982, a large number of new copepod associates were discovered. In 1982 the number of species of copepods known to be associated with marine invertebrates was estimated to be about 1,300. This review encompasses all copepods, ranging from loosely associated to endoparasitic forms, which are associated with Actiniaria (sea anemones) & Corallimorpharia (anemone-like forms). For each of the 42 species of copepods information is given on the host, the site on the host when known, & the locality. New species are fully described. For known species brief notes are provided. Illus.
Bio-Bibliography for the History of the Biochemical Sciences Since 1800 (2nd Ed.)
Since the publication of the previous version of this work (1982) and a supp. (1985), many books and journal articles have provided info. about persons who have played a role in the develop. of the biochem. sciences during the 19th and 20th cent. Moreover, recent discoveries have called attention to individuals whose research forms part of the historical background of these advances in biochem. knowledge. Hence this vol. includes additional citations for the many people listed in the previous edition, and the number of separate entries has increased. Includes individuals not usually listed among biologists or chemists, from disciplines ranging from physics to pharmacy. Each entry includes ref. to bio. or biblio. ref. works or citations of books and articles in serial pub., or both.
Introduction to the Systematics and Biology of Megadrile Oligochaetes with Special Reference to Southeast Asia
This is a print on demand edition of an important, hard-to-find publication.
Organoid Technology
Organoid Technology: Disease Modelling, Drug Discovery, and Personalized Medicine covers organoid technology emerging as a transformative platform in biomedical research. Chapters explain in detail the physiologically relevant in vitro 3D models that closely mimic human tissues and organs. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the development, application, and future potential of organoids in modern life sciences. It highlights the critical applications in disease modeling, regenerative medicine, and high-throughput drug screening. Key Features: -Covers organ-specific organoid development and bioengineering methods Discusses integration with emerging technologies such as nanotechnology Includes insights into personalized medicine using patient-derived organoids. -Covers details about the current regulatory and ethical landscapes in organoids-based research.
Therapeutic Potential of Antioxidants in the Prevention of Human Diseases
Oxidative stress has been associated with a number of complications, including infectious diseases, inflammatory complications, neurodegenerative diseases, metabolic diseases, and various cancers. Natural plant-derived products have been used to treat these complications for thousands of years, without much understanding of the molecular mechanism(s) through which these compounds prevent or cure these human diseases. Furthermore, several antioxidants derived from various natural resources have been tested in the past, and it has been found that their effective antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties could benefit human health. Indeed, some currently available pharmaceutical drugs have been developed from compounds isolated from various plant species. Furthermore, multiple analogs of antioxidants are more potent than parent antioxidants. Although several pre-clinical studies indicate the beneficial effects of various antioxidants, some have never been tested in a clinical setting. Furthermore, novel functions of already-existing antioxidants and the identification of novel antioxidants with potential benefits to human health and disease still need to be explored. This Special Issue is dedicated to studies on various natural antioxidants and their possible analogs in preventing and treating various human diseases.
Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Diseases in Dogs and Cats
Vector-borne and zoonotic diseases in dogs and cats are widely distributed throughout the world; however, their epidemiology and etiology varies depending on the specific climatic conditions, as well as the presence and abundance of vectorial agents. Climatic and ecological changes and globalization are now affecting the distribution and patterns of transmission vectors and, as a consequence, have introduced etiological agents that can potentially affect dogs, cats, and their owners. On the other hand, the patterns of the classical clinical signs of these diseases are changing; thus, their diagnosis may be challenging.This Special Issue is focused on vector-borne agents and diseases affecting dogs and cats with potential zoonosis and aims to disseminate knowledge on the current status of vector-borne diseases all around the world. For the effective control and prevention of these diseases, a thorough knowledge of the infectious agents, their vectors, and major hosts is required in every ecological region at both the national and regional levels.
Ruminal Microbiota, Fermentation Process, Enteric Methane Emissions, and Animal Performance
This Special Issue aims to provide knowledge about the influence of ruminal microbiota on the fermentation process, enteric methane emissions, and animal performance from ruminants. This will help us to understand how the use of feed additives and/or plant secondary metabolites in ruminant diets may be an interesting feeding strategy to modify the rumen function of animals by altering nutrient digestion pathways, changing the ruminal fermentation process, inhibiting methanogenesis, modulating microbial populations, adjusting the biohydrogenation of fatty acids, and reducing the risk of metabolic diseases, thus improving ruminant productivity and health.
Weaponizing Plants
Climate change, plants and human health are closely linked, since the environment, plant health and food safety are parts of the same system. In fact, crop yield and plant product quality are, directly or indirectly, affected by climate alterations. Adverse climatic conditions often promote the occurrence of different abiotic stresses, which can have the effect of reducing or enhancing susceptibility to biotic stresses (pests or pathogens). The agricultural productivity challenges, posed by the climate change, can be overcome by innovation systems and farming practice; on the other hand, reducing the impact of noxious substances and controlling the stress conditions on plants has become imperative. Innovative bioprotection strategies, as well as the biological control of crop pests, is the new frontier for the sustainable future of plant health, demanding emerging technologies that facilitate the understanding and exploitation of the mechanisms involved. This Special Issue aims to collect the most updated insights and experimental developments intended to increase plants' health and biosecurity.
Parasitic Zoonoses
This reprint is a compilation of the articles published in the Special Issue "Parasitic Zoonoses: from a Public Health Perspective", of MDPI's Animals journal, which have focused on several aspects (genetics, molecular biology, histopathology, epidemiology, etc.) of parasitic zoonoses, both with regard to protists (Blastocystis, Giardia, Toxoplasma and Cryptosporididum, etc.) and helminths (Taenia, Rodentolepis, Hymenolepis, Calodium, Gongylonema, Dirofilaria, Moniliformis, etc.), in several kinds of animals (rodents, cats, dogs, cattle, sheep, pig, wild boar, non-human primates, etc.), from various cities and countries (Spain, Italy, the Azores islands, Algeria, Egypt, Mexico, China, etc.), including also zoological institutions.
Effects of Light Quantity and Quality on Horticultural Crops
There is a growing need to control light intensity and spectral distribution in horticulture to optimize crop yield and nutritional traits. The ten publications in this Special Issue cover several light control methods, ranging from applying shading nets, to greenhouse supplementary lighting, to using LEDs as a sole light source during cultivation. This Reprint covers various horticultural crops, including lettuce, Ethiopian kale, Chinese cabbage, pepper, pea, tomato, basil, and blueberry. The contributions provide a snapshot of current research in horticultural lighting.
Advanced Research in Inactivation Technologies of Foodborne Microorganisms
Electric, Magnetic, and Electromagnetic Fields in Biology and Medicine
Electric, magnetic, and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are widely used in everyday life, as well as in specific occupational environments and clinical settings. EMF-based technologies employ different parts of the spectrum, from static fields to low- and high-frequency EMFs encompassing millimeter waves and THz.Exposure to these fields raises concerns about the possible effects on human health. On the other hand, biomedical applications of non-ionizing radiation are successfully employed for diagnosis and therapy (e.g., electroporation-based treatments, microwave hyperthermia, transcranial magnetic stimulation, etc.). There is a significant amount of interest in evaluating the associated interaction mechanisms, which are also relevant in fostering the development of new biomedical applications and the optimization of the existing ones.This Special Issue, entitled "Electric, Magnetic, and Electromagnetic Fields in Biology and Medicine: From Mechanisms to Biomedical Applications: 2nd Edition", includes contributions focusing primarily on the therapeutic and diagnostic applications of EMFs. In vitro, in silico, and human studies are presented where the aim was either to optimize technical aspects of the applications, or to provide insights into biological, biophysical, electrical or electrochemical mechanisms. Overall, these contributions present an overview of the broad spectrum of established and potential applications of electromagnetics in the biomedical field.
