Oxidative Stress in Plants

Dear Colleagues,

We are calling for primary research papers and reviews from researchers and specialists in the field of oxidation systems in plants. All plant species are subjected to abiotic and biotic stresses that can be fatal. Such factors include excessive UV B radiation, extreme environmental temperatures, water deficiency, salinity, atmospheric pollution, chemical pesticides, heavy metal toxicity, and pathogenic infection. A common element of all causes of oxidative stress is the formation reactive oxygen species (ROS), and if they are not in balance with endogenous antioxidants, it can result in the alteration of cell constituents—such as proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and plant metabolites—that eventually results in cell death. Submissions can relate to primary mechanisms or problems relevant to individual species or groups of species such as cereals, fruits, vegetables, nuts, medicinal crops, silviculture, flowers, and indigenous plants. Of particular interest are topics such as prevention and management of plant oxidation as well as its effects on cropping.

Dr. Stan Kailis
Guest Editor

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• antioxidant systems
• plant ageing and antioxidant defences
• crop protection
• reactive oxygen species (ROS)
• hydrogen peroxide production and effects
• superoxide radical generation and interaction
• hydrogen sulfide and nitrous oxide in higher plants
• signalling
• biotic stress
• abiotic stress
• negative effects of stress on plant growth, development, and productivity
• heavy metal effects and remediation