Emerging Topics in Molecular Biology and Plant Biotechnology: Innovations and Applications
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 July 2025 | Viewed by 125
Special Issue Editor
Interests: molecular biology; biotic and abiotic stress; plant–microbe interaction; plant developmental biology; agroecology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of molecular biology and plant biotechnology is rapidly evolving, driven by groundbreaking advancements in technology and their transformative applications. This Special Issue, Emerging Topics in Molecular Biology and Plant Biotechnology: Innovations and Applications, will highlight the latest innovations, methodologies, and tools shaping this dynamic discipline.
We encourage submissions highlighting recent breakthroughs in genome editing (e.g., CRISPR/Cas systems); high-throughput sequencing technologies; multi-omics approaches such as transcriptomics, metabolomics, and proteomics; and applications of AI and machine learning in molecular biology. Research exploring advancements in plant biotechnology, including but not limited to tissue culture techniques and genetic/plant transformation, is especially welcome.
This Special Issue also seeks studies addressing practical applications, including stress-tolerant crop development, biofortification, precision breeding, and innovations in sustainable agricultural practices. Interdisciplinary approaches that bridge computational tools with experimental biology to unlock new insights are highly encouraged.
By gathering state-of-the-art research and expert reviews, this Special Issue will provide a comprehensive platform for scientists and practitioners to discuss, share, and advance the knowledge frontier. Join us in exploring the transformative power of molecular biology and plant biotechnology and their pivotal roles in shaping a sustainable and resilient future.
We welcome submissions from researchers, practitioners, and innovators who are redefining the boundaries of molecular biology and plant biotechnology. This Special Issue will provide a platform for sharing knowledge, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and inspiring future research directions in this vibrant field.
Dr. Ramin Bahmani
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- genome editing
- CRISPR/Cas systems
- omics technologies (transcriptomics, metabolomics, proteomics)
- machine learning in biology
- biotic and abiotic stress tolerance in plants
- synthetic biology
- crop improvement
- biofortification
- biotechnology applications
- tissue culture
- plant transformation
- systems biology
- high-throughput sequencing
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